Iron Hope

Lessons Learned from Conquering the Impossible

De: James Lawrence

Narrado por: James Lawrence

This program is read by the author, who is one of the most dynamic, inspiring, larger-than-life keynote speakers in the world, having shared his astonishing story in 50 different countries across the globe reaching millions of people

The ultimate guide to mental toughness by James “Iron Cowboy” Lawrence—the greatest endurance athlete in human history.

Lawrence’s accomplishments are nearly impossible to comprehend. After breaking two Guinness World Records, he shattered possibilities in 2015 by completing 50 full-distance triathlons in 50 states in 50 consecutive days. Yes, THE IRONMAN®, “the single most difficult day in sports”—a 2.4-mile swim, 112 miles on a bike, then a 26.2-mile run, all completed in under 17 hours. It is a race so intense that less than .01% of the population have completed one.

Afterward, Lawrence subjected his body to exhaustive physical testing, to every genetic test known to science. The stunning discovery is that physically, James Lawrence is unspecial in every way. The secret to his bulletproof body is his bulletproof mentality.

Even those accomplishments weren’t enough for James. In 2021, he set out on another endurance endeavor, this one so difficult he wondered if he would even live. He set out to complete a staggering 100 full-distance triathlons in 100 consecutive days. By persevering, he wanted to inspire people to do the same for whatever difficulties they are going through.

How does a person develop the mental fortitude necessary to overcome incredible exhaustion, immeasurable suffering, and unfathomable pain in order to achieve impossible goals? With Iron Hope, that’s exactly what James “Iron Cowboy” Lawrence shows listeners how to do. Lawrence explains how listeners can forge an iron will by making and keeping small promises to themselves again and again, amassing experience and building momentum until giving up becomes impossible. Combine a big dream with small improvements repeated with great consistency and make your goals and dreams a reality.

A Macmillan Audio production from St. Martin’s Press.

©2025 James Lawrence (P)2025 Macmillan Audio

Reseñas de la Crítica

"[A] gritty compendium of insights into perseverance and willpower gleaned from completing 100 Ironmans in 100 consecutive days...those seeking a road map for tackling their next major challenge will find this worth a look\" —Publishers Weekly

“James Lawrence should be considered one of the greatest endurance athletes of all time. Iron Hope proves that with a little direction, we can all develop the mental toughness to accomplish anything we set our mind to. This is essential reading for anybody with goals—not just athletes.”—Cameron Hanes, New York Times bestselling author of Endure

“James Lawrence’s feats of voluntary endurance just might be the greatest in human history. Less appreciated is his incredible ability to galvanize community, empowering countless people across the world to glean inspiration from his Iron Cowboy alter ego and reach higher. Laden with incredible stories told with candor and vulnerability, Iron Hope, reveals all, including the mindset required to achieve the impossible with takeaways certain to improve the lives of all who brave the pages of this remarkable book.”—Rich Roll, author of Finding Ultra and host of The Rich Roll Podcast

HOPE

I love how James uses his experiences to foster and encourage hope into anyone and everyone who reads or listens to this book. It’s so inspiring to help us all keep moving forward through the things we face to uplift and impact others and make the world a better place. Well written and well narrated!

Incredible story

Wasn’t the biggest fan at first of the interludes for the Iron Hope messages, got over it and really loved the messages each one brought. James, his team, and his family have such an incredible journey through their lives. Hope others take the time to listen, watch, and become the best version of themselves possible!

Chapter 13 & 14 got me!

The personal development books I typically read are more mental/emotional. This was the first one I’ve read in a very long time that included those things AND the athletic/physical element and it’s just what I needed at this time in my life. I loved all the extra closure at the end. Left me feeling complete with James journey.

The raw truth of greatness

It was raw and real. The path to greatness is often ugly. I appreciated the real story of achieving what he did. Truly wild and inspirational. Thank you James.

Different perspective

This is one of the most uplifting and empowering book I’ve read to date. I loved the authenticity and James storytelling ability. At times I would forget I was listening to the audiobook and felt completely enveloped in the emotion of the stories.

Must read. Real. Raw. Hopeful.

I was there first hand & it brings back a lot of good memories. It was something amazing to witness and to be apart of. So grateful for James and Sunny.

Hope

The 50 planted the seed. The 100 watered it and gave me hope. Incredible story from a man that changed my life. James will never know the ripples his life has caused in others. Thank you!

Fantastic and True to Life

I had the privilege of participating in the swim, bike, and run during days 85 and 87 of the Conquer 100 . I saw firsthand how much grit and determination that James, his team, and his family displayed every second of those three months. Despite constant and compounding injuries, terrible weather, and logistical challenges, he rose above it. This incredible feat, along with the comparably difficult and logistically marvelous 50-50-50, should go down in the history books as the summit of human endurance.

I loved the book, and you might too.

Super inspiring Iron Hope

Never stop doing difficult things to grow and improve is the key message which resonates with me the most as it’s been my motto for the past 10 years or so. If you do what’s easy, your life will be difficult, if you do what’s hard, your life will be easy! Love @fighterpreneur

Relentless Forward Progress

What an awesome book about a completely unfathomable task. Great content, great read, would highly recommend.