In this episode of The HAX Show, we dive into the highs and lows of professional racing, major updates for Hammer & Axe, and a sit-down with our newest coach and Mexican National Champion, Ryan Adams.

Drew reflects on his 8:10 two-mile PR at the Millrose Games and shares firsthand insight into his racing mindset and strategy. While a 19-second personal best was something to celebrate, the elevated caliber of professional running and tactical reality of the race shared a different story. In an honest conversation, Drew explains why he walked away feeling "optimistically disappointed" and what he wants to continue to improve upon in his racing.

We also announce our first-ever show sponsor, Lever Running. Drew shares his personal journey using the Lever system to return from a plantar injury and how body-weight-supported treadmill running can speed up your return to full training.In the second half (13:22), we welcome on Ryan Adams. Ryan just moved to the Boulder last fall, and in this conversation, he opens up about:

- His successful collegiate career at Furman University

- Difficult transition to the pro ranks

- Training under different systems, in different environments, and finding what works best over time

- Decision to switch affiliations from the USA to now representing Mexico

- Why he chose to give himself one last shot to pursue his dreams on the track

- His coaching philosophy and why he's excited to bridge the gap between Spanish-speaking athletes and quality coaching resources

Ryan's story is one of resilience and learning to persevere through the challenges of sport and life. We hope you enjoy this conversation; if you do, please leave us a review!

Welcome back to The HAX Show! We wish we could've gotten more episodes out at the end of 2025, but as it happens, life got busy! We're excited to return to the studio in the new year with an exciting announcement and plenty of awesome guests lined up.
In this episode, Drew opens with a solo segment covering major updates for the year ahead, including Hammer & Axe’s new partnership, as well as personal life updates, race plans, and performance goals for the season.In the second half, Drew's friend Lawrence joins us for a wide-ranging conversation centered on the upcoming launch of his Revamp Your Running Course. They break down Lawrence's decision to create this course, what it covers, who it’s designed for (and who it’s not), and the real challenges that come with launching an educational product in today's saturated fitness space.Drew and Lawrence dive into the evolving role of AI in training and coaching, the realities of influencing and modern marketing, the importance of mentorship, and what it actually takes to build trust and community in endurance sports. Lawrence also shares what he’s most excited to work on next, how he’s preparing for the London Marathon, and why walking and rucking may be underrated tools in marathon training.Topics include:- Hammer & Axe New partnership announcement- Life updates, race schedule, and goals for the year- Inside Lawrence's Revamp Your Running Course- AI’s role in coaching and training- Influencing, marketing, and mentorship- Building trust and long-term community- London Marathon preparation- The role of walking and rucking in marathon trainingWe hope you enjoy this quick update and discussion. Be on the lookout for new guests and conversations very soon!If you're interested in Lawrence's Revamp Your Running Workshop, where you'll learn to rebuild your running mechanics from the ground up, register here before the start date on January 27: https://www.lawrencevanlingen.com/run-workshop-1 About Hammer & Axe TrainingHammer & Axe Training is a coaching and education platform built by athletes, for athletes. Our coaches work with runners of all levels, providing individualized coaching, proven training plans, and education that helps athletes train with purpose and consistency.Coaching & Training Plans:Explore 1-on-1 coaching and training plans for every distance: https://haxtraining.comFollow Hammer & Axe: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hammerandaxetraining/Read Our Newsletter with Lawrence: https://thehammer.beehiiv.com/p/move-better-run-fasterCheck Out TrainingPeaks: https://www.trainingpeaks.com

This week's guest is Emily Durgin - a US Champion and professional distance runner for Adidas. In this episode of The HAX Show, we talk with Emily about her move to Boulder and changing training environments, her comeback from injury, the realities of training at altitude, and her evolution from the track to the marathon. She shares her unconventional story and experience training with a variety of pro groups for New Balance, Under Armour, and Adidas over the course of her career, and offers a grounded look at navigating burnout, embracing patience, and finding longevity in the sport. Whether you're a marathoner, young athlete, or simply a fan of pro running, Emily's perspectives are sure to bring valued honesty and hard-earned insight to what it takes to chase big goals.

In this episode, we cover:

• Moving to Boulder and reshaping her training environment

• Returning from a hamstring injury and building a strong support team

• Training at altitude and learning the patience it demands

• Transitioning from collegiate running into pro training groups

• Shifting focus from the track to the marathon

• Building Tinman Elite and the future of women's marathoning

• Winning her first national title

• Coaching with Hammer & Axe and what she hopes to share with athletes

About Hammer & Axe Training

Hammer & Axe was born out of a vision shared by a handful of elite distance runners. We found, in our own training, that we ran our best when we committed to training our speed and strength equally. A focus on strength made us durable, strong, and prepared for the adversity that racing brings—we were reliable like a hammer. A focus on speed made us confident, efficient, and ready to move when the right moment arrived—we were sharp like an axe. We wanted to bring this feeling of speed and strength to as many runners as possible.

Our mission is to empower and guide runners to their loftiest goals through effective training and meaningful relationships.

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