Ep #148 Expert Talk with Jess Brazeau & Jim Walmsley

 “Whether he finishes first or last, we have our life
together – and that’s all that matters.” – Jess
Brazeau


“A lot of my success is because I have such a good teammate in
the background.” – Jim Walmsley


In this very special episode, I was joined by Jess
Brazeau and Jim Walmsley – not just
elite athletes in their own right, but also a deeply connected
couple navigating the world of endurance sports together. This
marks their first podcast appearance as a duo,
and it’s an open, honest, and often funny conversation about
racing, crewing, and building a life around shared passions.


Jess shares how her background in gymnastics
shaped her approach to movement and competition, and why she
often finds just as much joy in supporting
others as she does in chasing her own finish lines. Jim
reflects on the evolution of his ultra-running
career, from Western States to UTMB, and how
Jess’s support behind the scenes has been a
cornerstone of his success.


We dive into:




How they navigate race day as a team




The emotional highs and lows of crewing and
competing




What it means to maintain balance, fun, and
purpose in a high-performance lifestyle




Their thoughts on equality in sport,
authenticity, and what really matters at the end of the
day




Expect candid moments, lots of laughs, and even a surprise
appearance by a cat during recording.


This is also a video podcast, available in full
on Spotify and YouTube – and
trust us, it’s worth watching! From hairstyle discussions to
behind-the-scenes moments, this conversation shines in every way.





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More about Jess & Jim


Watch the documentary on Jess & Jim on
YouTube


Follow Jim on Instagram: @walmsleyruns


Follow Jess on Instagram: @jbrazeau


More on Jim at HOKA: hoka.com/jim-walmsley


Jim’s UTMB profile: utmb.world/jim-walmsley


Jess’s UTMB profile: utmb.world/jess-brazeau





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