James Fleming

The Lie of Safe Careers A 23 Year Journey to Understanding Real Career Stability (And How You Can Find It Too)

Is your “safe” career truly secure in today’s rapidly shifting world?

My own 23-year journey brought some unexpected lessons.

The Lie of Safe Careers, by @jamesefleming open.substack.com/pub/jamesfle...

#LeadWellLiveWell #CareerAdvice #PersonalGrowth #ProfessionalDevelopment

Garmin Enduro and Strava

5 Surprising Ways Running Will Improve Your Work How Running Fuels My Career and Life

5 Surprising Ways Running Will Improve Your Work, by @jamesefleming
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The Perfect Mile

Finding Ultra

What I Talk About When I Talk About Running

Ultramarathon Man

Beyond Endurance: What Running Taught Me About Living When Life Gets Fragile When I was five, I asked my dad how to get abs.

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Oh yeah, I forgot to mention that I quit drinking alcohol in 2020 but it's unrelated to the heart disease. I also do body weight exercises. I should definitely improve my sleep.

Is there evidence to restrict cardio to zone 2? I was considering adding speed work to work on other goals.

Being recently RIF'ed due to the current administration's policies, I am learning the importance of a diverse social network.

It has been a slow process of building a network outside public service after 23 years of mostly building a network in public service.

It actually feels good to be okay with not having an opinion on something.

I have set routes for different distances. I find that mentally it makes it easier to get started when I know what to expect.

This!

Most of our training should be easy.

Running easy and taking walk breaks when HR is high makes us more likely to want to and be able to do it again tomorrow.

Thank you for your comment. Since lipoprotein(a) [lp(a)] isn't affected by diet or exercise, I’m focusing on lowering other risk factors by reducing saturated fat, eating fiber-rich whole foods, limiting sodium, and continuing with zone 2 cardio to my routine. Do you have any other tips?

You Can’t Outrun Genetics: How I Discovered a Hidden Heart Condition After a 341-Mile Race Why an ultramarathon victory couldn’t protect me from a silent genetic threat and what I did next.

lp (a) is silently causing heart disease for approximately 1/3 of the population. Here is how I found out and what I am doing about it.
#LeadWellLiveWell #heartdisease
#Ultra #running

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Starting something new. Writing about building strength in a fragile world.

If you’re into fitness, faith, and resilience; I would love for you to join.

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#LeadWellLiveWell #endurance #ultrarunning #running

Millions unaware of deadly heart attacks and strokes linked to stealthy cholesterol: What can you do for prevention Doctors are increasingly calling for screening for lipoprotein(a), a kind of cholesterol that can lead to deadly heart attacks by middle age.

www.nbcnews.com/news/amp/rcn...

Lp(a) is a genetic factor affecting 20-30% of people and influences atherosclerosis.

Awareness is vital, so consider getting tested.

While there are no direct medications for high lp(a), managing other cardiovascular risk factors can help reduce or delay related events.
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You can’t control how busy life gets.

But you can control your energy, priorities, and pace.

Respond with intention, not reaction.

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Health isn’t a 30-day sprint.

It’s a slow walk through stress, overwork, and sometimes too much coffee.

You’ll stumble. Just don’t stop.

Even on the hard days.

Keep moving.

#LeadWellLiveWell #Health
#HealthyLifestyle

Leading by example and serving others creates a transformative ripple effect.

It inspires those around you to:

- Embrace challenges
- Support one another
- Strive for excellence
- Create positive change in the workplace and beyond

#LeadWellLiveWell

Practical Steps for Servant Leadership

1. Listen Actively
2. Empathize
3. Develop Others
4. Own Mistakes
5. Express Gratitude

#LeadWellLiveWell #Leadership
#LeadershipMatters #LeadershipDevelopment #LeadershipSuccess

True leadership is about multiplication, not division. By empowering others, leaders can:

- Develop future leaders
- Foster continuous learning
- Unleash untapped potential
- Build resilient, self-motivated teams

#LeadWellLiveWell #Leadership #Empowerment

Servant #leadership is don't be a jerk leadership.

Servant leaders prioritize their team's growth and well-being by:

- Creating environments for individual potential
- Removing obstacles to success
- Listening more than speaking
- Showing genuine care for team members

#LeadWellLiveWell #Leader

#Leadership isn't just about holding a title; it's about taking on the responsibility to inspire, support, and lift up the people around you.

The best leaders get that their main job isn’t about being served but about serving others.

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Effective leaders create a positive team environment by:

- Aligning words with actions to build trust

- Showing personal commitment to inspire motivation

- Embracing authenticity to foster openness

- Demonstrating hard work and perseverance to encourage dedication
#LeadWellLiveWell #Leadership

When pursuing significant goals, connecting with your "why" fuels powerful motivation.

For me, inspiring my children and showing them what's possible through endurance drives my passion for 300+ mile races.

#LeadWellLiveWell #Ultrarunning #Running #Endurance

• Increased aerobic capacity

• Enhanced fat oxidation

• Improved metabolic flexibility

• Reduced risk of overtraining

#EnduranceTraining
#Running
#Ultrarunning
#MetabolicHealth #PerformanceScience
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Zone 2 training improves mitochondrial density and function, improving your body's ability to clear lactate and utilize fat as a primary fuel source.

This translates to: 👇

The key to success?

A simple pocket journal.

Set 3 aggressive goals daily, reflect on your progress, and cultivate gratitude.

Don't fear failure learn from it.

Share your goals publicly for accountability and watch yourself transform.

Small steps, big impact.

#LeadWellLiveWell

Boost your metabolism with Zone 2 cardio!

This level of intensity helps your body clear lactate better and supports mitochondrial function, which is key for staying healthy and living longer.

Try to make Zone 2 workouts a regular part of your routine for lasting benefits.

#LeadWellLiveWell #run

Great work! I got in 6 miles on the road.

Cultivating a habit of #journaling can be a powerful tool for self-reflection and personal growth.

Taking a few moments each day to acknowledge gratitude, identify wins, and set intentions can foster a more positive and focused mindset.

#LeadWellLiveWell