League of Champs

Season 2 kicks off with a new episode of What's up Wednesday's! Quotes: “We're so busy managing our life that we miss out on this great mystery we're a part of.” - John O Donahue “The man who, being really on the Way, falls upon hard times in the world will not, as a consequence, turn to that friend who offers him refuge and comfort and encourages his old self to survive. Rather, he will seek out someone who will faithfully and inexorably help him to risk himself, so that he may endure the suffering and pass courageously through it, thus making of it a "raft that leads to the far shore. Only to the extent that man exposes himself over and over again to annihilation, can that which is indestructible arise within him. In this lies the dignity of daring.” - Karl Gras Durkheim Shout Outs: Darren Tomasso Tommie Runz WeRun 313

Back for what's up Wednesdays to talk about pathways back to center. When you're off, when you've had a stressful week, how do you find your way home? A couple book suggestions below. Be well friends. Radical Acceptance The Places That Scare You -- @leagueofchamps @jamareaton

An amazing conversation with Syd! We chatted about going all in on her active lifestyle pursuits, but not getting caught up in trying to be the best runner, or boxer. Instead enjoying the process and be mindful of what you're getting out of your pursuits, "winning" isn't everything. Check out her new podcast Toenails, “a podcast about running and also not about running.” Linked below!  Syd Instagram  Toenails Podcast __ @Leagueofchamps @Jamareaton

I had an absolute pleasure talking with Ron Griswell. We walked through his journey of becoming an avid outdoorsman, how that led to him wanting to share the great outdoors with others, and how he continues the movement to get BIPOC outside! He has an amazing 5k set up for this month that will help support his organization HBCU's Outside. We encourage everyone to get involved! Full links below. @rongriswell @hbcusoutside Back to the trails 5k ___ @longlivethechamps @jamareaton

We're back after a short break with a new episode of What's Up Wednesday. On today's episode we talk about learnings over the last year and how shifting your mindset reflects through every aspect of your life. Notes from George Mumford and the Felt Sense prayer below! The Mindful Athlete Felt Sense Prayer __ @leagueofchamps @jamareaton

On today's episode we talk about the importance of tuning into the body, and how that translates into our performance in sport. We also touch on Rate of Perceived Effort for runners VS being too attached to the our fitness watches for mile split times. Eastern Body Western Mind Rate of Perceived Effort GPS Running Watches A Perfect Mile __ @leagueofchamps @jamareaton

Was a pleasure to sit down with Rio Lakeshore and talk about the purity and joy of running. Rio is an aspiring Ultra runner and will be competing in The Speed Project's virtual showdown this fall. Rio's spirit truly embodies why we run, and how running can transform not only the mental and the physical but put you in touch with a higher power. Rio Lakeshore Son of The Son __ @Leagueofchamps @Jamareaton

An ode to our Monday episode with Ramond Thompson. Falling in love with the process is critical to creating habits and routines that will carry you through the moments you don't feel like doing the work. It also helps us to detach from 'winning' and help us to remember why we train. A few links mentioned in the episode below! Broken Brain w/ Dhru Purohit (sleep podcast) Running By Effort __ @Leagueofchamps @Jamareaton

I had the chance to sit down with Ramon Thompson, who has a passion and love for cycling. That passion led him to falling in love with the process of training and getting better. In this week's episode we talk about what it's like to train not to win, but because of how it helps you in other areas of your life. We also talk about how his process and how he got started in competitive cycling. Formless CC Formless IG _____ @leagueofchamps @jamareaton

Short and sweet for today's episode. A quick note on making meaningful work “Of all the things that can boost emotions, motivation and perceptions during a workday, the single most important is, making progress in meaningful work.” From an article in the Harvard Business Review back in 2011. Harvard Business Review __ @leagueofchamps @jamareaton

I had the pleasure of sitting down with Elisa Shankle founder of HealHaus, based in Brooklyn, New York. We talk about her own path towards healing through a marketing and design career, to how she began her inner journey, along with how HealHaus was created and why. It has been a tough year for yoga studios and cafe's, but Elisa has found a way to rely upon her practice to help her pivot and trust her intuition in extraordinary times. @Elisashankle @Healhaus HealHaus __ @Leagueofchamps @Jamareaton

On today's episode, I discuss what it means to be of service as we honor the life of John Lewis. I also discuss positives and negatives of the ego, and what it means to have deeper sense of our intuition and inner voice through both victory and defeat. Will Smith Interview (11:40 min mark) Jack Kornfield & Trudy Goodman Podcast Jack Kornfield - This Too Shall Pass Meditation Felt Sense Prayer Ikigai __ @Leagueofchamps @Jamareaton

Had a wonderful discussion with Tim Rossi about how he found running his senior year of college and developed a love for the sport living in NYC. Tim breaks down the beauty of NYC marathon, run culture in NY, and his own journey of bouncing back from 3 major injuries. We sat down before Victory Mile, in which Tim ran a 5:10 during a 5k run in NYC! Check it out, and big shout to everyone who participated in Victory Mile. Tim Rossi Tempo Journal Victory Mile __ @leagueofchamps @jamareaton

On today's episode, we talk about the science behind the idea of hope. How play can and should be an integral part of our lives as it leads to o brain plasticity, adaptability, and creativity. What would be like to utilize the science of hope in your own life, and follow that curiosity with a deep sense of play. As everyday athletes we utilize both of these tools to fuel our progress forward. Victory Mile The Science of Hope Tara Brach - Spiritual Hope Broken Brain Podcast - Growth Mindset Man In The Arena Yoga Nidra __ @Leagueofchamps @Jamareaton

On this weeks episode, had the chance to sit down with Jes Woods, Nike NYC run coach and ultra marathoner. Jes gives us an account of the state of the union for running as most fall races have been canceled and runners are forced to really question WHY they are running. Jes gives some good advice on re-aligning goals and priorities and getting out there for the joy and purity of running. She also gives a bit of background on how she got started as a run coach and how running culture has grown in NYC over the past decade. Also be sure to check out our first race! Movement for a greater good, Victory Mile kicks off this weekend. Check the link below. Jes Woods Victory Mile __ @leagueofchamps @jamareaton

Back with a new episode of What's up Wednesdays. Today I'm talking about what it means to take refuge and the art of doing nothing. I also jump into a quick discussion on choice vs options and how we can use our choices to help those who don't have the options. Victory Mile Ibram Kendi - What To an American is the 4th of July Thea - Max Effort Victor Frankl - A Man's Search for Meaning Essentialism __ @Leagueofchamps @Jamareaton

Taking a week off! Some rest, recovery and refuge. Important in today's climate. Please check out VictoryMile.ORG as we launch that today and are excited to get out and get after in a couple of weeks. Will be back for What's up Wednesdays this week and a new full episode next Monday. VictoryMile.Org __ @Leagueofchamps @Jamareaton

Quick What's up Wednesday today. A note on Essentialism by Greg Mckeown and how to center those questions in your life. As well I briefly talked about the inspiring book The Perfect Mile and how it relates to all of us 'everyday athletes' and our pursuit towards our own definition of victory. Essentialism The Perfect Mile Victory Mile __ @leagueofchamps @jamareaton

I had the pleasure of sitting down with Matt Taylor Co-Founder and Ceo of Tracksmith. We discussed his upbringing and path to starting Tracksmith. He gave great insight on what it takes to build a direct to consumer brand in todays market. As well, how the brand has navigated the last 6 months through a global pandemic and into Black Lives Matter. One of my favorite interviews to date, as Matt gives a first hand account of what it takes to sustain a company of Tracksmith's size in todays landscape. Gavin Smith Article Kamilah Journét Article Mar Cain & Nick Willis Runners World Tracksmith IG _ @Leagueofchamps @Jamareaton

Back with what's up Wednesday's talking about following your bliss and why accountability and equity are essential towards progress. The references I talked about in this episode linked below. The Mindful Athlete - George Mumford The Power of Myth - Joseph Campbell Hansei Xavier Ramey / Justice Informed __ @leagueofchamps @jamareaton

I had the chance to sit down with Vasha from Undo Ordinary to talk about her creative path and how she fell in love with running along the way. Vasha talks about how she's developed her skillset throughout her career, become a world class creative problem solver, utilized run-in gas rebellion and how she's been navigating through unpredictable times. Check out her recent tee shirt collab, as well as her personal website linked up in the notes! Nai Vasha IG Nai Vasha web Tee Collab!! Undo Ordinary Undo Lab __ @Leagueofchamps @Jamareaton

I know some of us are feeling a bit exhausted, so on todays short episode I try to link to some resources that may help you bring mindfulness and wisdom into your daily practice. There is a lot happening in the world and it's important that we are taking time to take care of ourselves. Check out the links below! James Baldwin - Paris Review Heal Haus Manoj Dias Tara Brach - Anger & Transformation Tara Brach - Courageous Presence with Racism Jack Kornfield - This Too Shall Pass __ @leagueofchamps @jamareaton

On today's What's up Wednesdays we discuss pain as it relates to our experience throughout life. We dig into the teachings of Buddha, George Mumford - meditation teacher for the bulls and Suzuki Roshi the zen meditation teacher who brought buddhism to the west. Check out links below, and let us know what you think! 4 Noble Truths The Mindful Athlete Zen Mind, Beginners Mind France De Walls Ted Talk on Fairness (monkey experiment) BEAM - Black Emotional Mental Health Collective __ @leagueofchamps @jamareaton

Today, I discuss the importance of understanding why you are 'championing' certain causes. Moreover taking time to make sure you are taking a step back and doing a deeper dive into the information of the moment. It's very important to understand what you want to see change right now, and why it's important to you, so you can continue to take action in ways that matter in both the short and long term. Roles in Social Change Ecosystem 1 Roles in Social Change Ecosystem 2 Getting involved - a roadmap. Monkey grapes - cucumber experiment. 8 Can't Wait Pathway Towards Abolition - DeRay Mckesson Defund The Police - Black Lives Matter __ @leagueofchamps @jamareaton

A heavy week. While I wanted to have a conversation and dialogue about what's happening in the country. I figured it was best to take action. Please see below for a list of resources and tools to get involved. Color of Change ACLU Know Your Rights Camp Knowing Your Role In Social Change Black Lives Matter / Black Lives Matter Links Where to Donate Understanding Allyship Allyship in a nutshell Antiracism Resources / Antiracism Resources Reading How to support protestors Protestor Bail Donations __ @Leagueofchamps @Jamareaton

I had the pleasure of sitting down with Gavin Smith, an educator and serves as the Associate Head of School at Fenway High School. We talk about all things running and how it's helped him throughout the years. But we also dig in to his community work, his thoughts and insights on Ahmaud Arbery's passing and the work that we all must continue to do to change our community. Check out his piece on Tracksmith below. Ahmaud Arbery Tracksmith Article Gavin Smith IG __ @leagueofchamps @jamareaton

Back with another episode of What's Up Wednesday. A little motivation and inspiration to help you get through your week. On today's episode I talk about The Pomodoro method, check out the link below. As well, I discussed On Target Living and resources they have to help you organize and plan out your nutrition and self care, that link is also below. Feel free to give me a shout if any if this is useful. Have a great week! The Pomodoro Technique On Target Living Resources __ @Leagueofchamps @Jamareaton

This is my favorite interview to date. I had the pleasure to sit down with Lance Woods and Joe Robinson from WERUN313 Detroit. We tapped in to why they started running, how WERUN313 was established, how they've transformed their nutrition and how running has changed the community around them in Detroit. Definitely check out their socials as well as Joe's podcast 'Running Unopposed.'  @WERUN313  @LWOODS_ @JOEROBINSONAPX  Running Unopposed Podcast  _  @Leagueofchamps  @Jamareaton

Today, a simple prompt. Find 3 things that bring you joy and do them today, it's as simple as that. In the episode I mention Manoj Dias and the book Beginners Mind, Zen Mind by Suzuki Roshi. Check both out and have a good Wednesday! _ @Leagueofchamps @Jamareaton

In episode four I give a bit of a background on myself, my fitness journey and why having courage right now is so important. I also talk about values and why it's important to be value aligned throughout your life and how that directly correlates to why we train. In this episode I talk about Dr Stevenson's book 'A Liberated Mind' linked below.   A Liberated Mind   _ @Leagueofchamps  @Jamareaton

What's Up Wednesday! Our new Wednesday segment that will feature information and resources to help you along your athletic pursuits. As well, inspiration and information that will help motivate you through the week. Today's episode we explain HRV, how it works and why it's important. We also discuss Ahmaud Arbery's death and the reaction from the running community. Links on more information from todays show below. HRV via Whoop NYT Opinion - Ahmaud Arbery NYT The Daily - Ahmaud Arbery segment. _ @Leagueofchamps @Jamareaton

Bayano Ali Kamani is a 2x Olympian and the lead coach of Adidas runners LA. We chat about learning competition from an early age, being surrounded by a winning culture and what it takes to train and recover on a world class level. We also touch on Ahmaud Arbery's death and how community representation is more important now than ever. Check out BK on IG HERE. Mentioned in this episode: Normatec Whoop _ @Leagueofchamps @Jamareaton

I had a chance to sit down with Nicole Loher to chat about her recovery methods, working out during Covid, and how she's leaned into her digital fitness community to stay strong over the last couple of months. Check out Nicole's socials below. @nicoleloher Mentioned in this episode: Whoop _ @Leagueofchamps @Jamareaton

Welcome to The League of Champs! My name is Jamar Eaton and in this episode I kick off the first season of The League of Champs. I breaks down what League is and what you can look forward to over the course of the first season. Check it out.

For the first League of Champs episode, I had a chance to sit down with David Perry from Adidas Runners New York. We talked about his running career and how it led him to New York. As well what it means to meet defeat, be resilient and keep going. @Davidmarleyperry _ @Leagueofchamps @Jamareaton