In 2012 James Lawrence set out to break the world record of Iron distance races completed in one year. This is his story filmingofilms.com/ iron-cowboy.com/ / ironcowboy www.quietway.org/ Filmingo Films
I remember seeing this guy take Dayton along for the race in Lake Havasu, which was my first full 140.6 tri. I was right next to him for most of the swim, and saw him a few times along the bike and run courses. Seeing him do that helped inspire and motivate me for the entire race from the very beginning, when the race organizers announced that he was breaking the world record towing along that boy while we were standing on the beach waiting for the start. Thank you James, you have a great story.
I cried... because as you say "I CAN" bike and "I CAN" do the Ride to Cure Diabetes ...and because my brother - ironically James Lawrence - passed away attempting his first triathlon at the age of 70 (Crabman Triathlon in Rhode Island - 2013) because "He COULD" train and prepare and attempt a triathlon. THANK YOU for sharing your story. It should inspire many - many who will take up on your "I CAN" attitude.
Hi Matt, its been 2 years since you posted this. I've set myself the goal of doing a half iron man as an unfit smoker. Wondering if you did that 5k run. Much love mate.
I can't believe the heart this man has and the kind of shape you have to be in to accomplish this. I am SEVERELY IMPRESSED . As someone who has done roadwork and calistenics for ring training I understand how much you need to have in your heart when you start to hurt but simply continue to keep on, and keep on, and keep on. RESPECT to the man with the gigantic heart...
People think that professional athletes, mainly endurance athletes, talent is in being fast or strong. But honestly the most impressive part is their recovery abilities
I know the struggle you went through iron cowboy with haters and I want you to know every run, bike and swim I go on you have inspired me to be a better person, father and to live a better. Thank you for your motivation I watch your videos before every training session.
James and another adventurer Sean Conway - inspired me to complete 32 triathlons over 32 consecutive days. I watch this video at least once a month..amazing mentality and determination
Thanks to this video i am more motivated, and now when i go running and want to quit. Then i think to myself that same thing, that many people with disabilitys can't run or walk! I will try to not think about quitting anymore, cuz some people would give everything, to do what i am thinking about quitting from!
Thank you for your strength, courage and inspiration. After watching this in December, I signed up for my first half Ironman which will be in September and this Sunday I will do my first Olympic Tri as part of my training. My mantra has been and will continue to be - I get to. I get to. I get to. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
The triathlon people will make any other athletes in the world cry like babies still nobody give them credit enough.. thats a real tough sport when you constantly feeling you wanna quit its cause you going through some real shit not like basketball, futbool etc
wow my life literally changed by this at @6.35. Goodness and kindness is not dead. This guy isn't doing this for a photo-op. this is so genuine……..wow. absolute game changing video to watch as a habit.
You are an amazing human being and an inspiring example to all. Wow....congratulations on all your achievements and all the best for you future endeavors!
I think this is only my 2nd post on Facebook in several years, as for me... there's a lot of stuff not worth reading or watching. If you want to see something really inspirational... this would be hard to beat!! Especially watch from 3:35 to 8:11 minutes into this 14:29 film. I'm posting this in memory of my cousin Jerry Dobbs who passed from this life on January 20, 2015 and lived with this condition for 79 years. In spite of his lot in life... he always had a smile on his face and a heart full of love and laughter!
James Lawrence is just as inspirational as Bolt, Phelps, Messi, Jordan etc....what he did is simply INCREDIBLE and it's sad to see how many haters and keyboard warriors attacked a person who was trying to raise money for a good cause. Even if he wasn't doing it for a charity or for a fund raiser the fact he still attempted to do something so dangerous and just plane out IMPOSSIBLE we should be celebrating the man not trying to find any possible way to bash what he did. God Bless You JL!!!
Salute to you brother! you are such a good example to the others :) you deserve a medal bro! keep it up! i want to be a triathlete someday thank you for inspiring me!
+Umberto D'Ovidio You most definitely can. His knees are genetically exactly the same as yours ;-). Read "Born to Run" by Chris McDougall and change how you think about your body.
I remember seeing this guy take Dayton along for the race in Lake Havasu, which was my first full 140.6 tri. I was right next to him for most of the swim, and saw him a few times along the bike and run courses. Seeing him do that helped inspire and motivate me for the entire race from the very beginning, when the race organizers announced that he was breaking the world record towing along that boy while we were standing on the beach waiting for the start. Thank you James, you have a great story.
I cried... because as you say "I CAN" bike and "I CAN" do the Ride to Cure Diabetes ...and because my brother - ironically James Lawrence - passed away attempting his first triathlon at the age of 70 (Crabman Triathlon in Rhode Island - 2013) because "He COULD" train and prepare and attempt a triathlon. THANK YOU for sharing your story. It should inspire many - many who will take up on your "I CAN" attitude.
Netflix brought me here. Going to start training for a 5k! Thank you, James!
Are you still going strong man
Lmao a 5k run thats light work
OVO ZO shut the fuck up eh?
Hi Matt, its been 2 years since you posted this. I've set myself the goal of doing a half iron man as an unfit smoker. Wondering if you did that 5k run. Much love mate.
You sir, are absolutely inspirational!
truee
What a selfless and inspiring guy, wish I could have been there to cheer him on! A true hero!!!
I can't believe the heart this man has and the kind of shape you have to be in to accomplish this. I am SEVERELY IMPRESSED . As someone who has done roadwork and calistenics for ring training I understand how much you need to have in your heart when you start to hurt but simply continue to keep on, and keep on, and keep on. RESPECT to the man with the gigantic heart...
Just finished your book. I’m so fascinated by your life.
On June 8th 2021, he will finish his 100th FDT in a row... Amazing to watch this knowing what he will accomplish next. What a man.
People think that professional athletes, mainly endurance athletes, talent is in being fast or strong. But honestly the most impressive part is their recovery abilities
I know the struggle you went through iron cowboy with haters and I want you to know every run, bike and swim I go on you have inspired me to be a better person, father and to live a better. Thank you for your motivation I watch your videos before every training session.
I can't say that I wish you were my dad, because I love my dad no matter what he does, but I do wish he was a little more like you.
James and another adventurer Sean Conway - inspired me to complete 32 triathlons over 32 consecutive days. I watch this video at least once a month..amazing mentality and determination
Saturday, July 25, 2015 James will be finishing his 50/50/50!
This is the best ever thing i have seen in my life done by an athlete above that Triathlete. Respect and grand salute to James Lawrence.
Wonderful Human being....
Exceptional human being James Lawrence!
I cried while watching this video. Thanks for the inspiration!
Man thats awsome, he just share his great moments with that kid.
Just beautiful-
Thanks to this video i am more motivated, and now when i go running and want to quit. Then i think to myself that same thing, that many people with disabilitys can't run or walk! I will try to not think about quitting anymore, cuz some people would give everything, to do what i am thinking about quitting from!
I unfortunatly became disabled. If you can run, DO IT. If i could run, i wouldnt stop till i threw up... lol
Thank you for your strength, courage and inspiration. After watching this in December, I signed up for my first half Ironman which will be in September and this Sunday I will do my first Olympic Tri as part of my training. My mantra has been and will continue to be - I get to. I get to. I get to. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
@Jennifer Moore. Gratitude is attitude. How did it go?
THANK YOU FOR REIGNITING MY INNER FIRE!!!
its really amazing..
Just that so few people know about him...
Very few, like eleven or twelve
Thank you for showing everyone what God makes possiable. Just finished my 5k walk, one day I'll be able to run the marathon, because I get to.
Wow. Stumbled on this preparing for my first tri. Amazing. What an inspiration and good guy too.
What an incredible story. Thank you for doing this video to share it with others.
The triathlon people will make any other athletes in the world cry like babies still nobody give them credit enough.. thats a real tough sport when you constantly feeling you wanna quit its cause you going through some real shit not like basketball, futbool etc
Dude you are an absolute beast. Love all the inspiration you provide and everything you give back. Thanks James!
wow my life literally changed by this at @6.35. Goodness and kindness is not dead. This guy isn't doing this for a photo-op. this is so genuine……..wow. absolute game changing video to watch as a habit.
Every video is super quality. Thank you, great material.
aw bloody sum what an amazing film
You are an amazing human being and an inspiring example to all. Wow....congratulations on all your achievements and all the best for you future endeavors!
Love these story's
what a wonderful story
Just an amazing movie. Great story and filming! The best I have seen on youtube yet!
Heartwarming and powerful. Thank you for being an amazing person!
Just... wow! You my sir, are the definition of inspiration.
Thank you from France, you're an amazing man ! keep continuing
sensational all around
Awesome! Great filming and colorcorrections! Keep on doing this, please! It's alway's nice to hear Tony Andersson's music, too!
This is so incredible!
An awesome human being. Thanks for the inspiration.
Inspirational and breathtaking video! Amazing !
simply amazing. If there is a will, there is a way. Live the life you love!
My god. I love this channel. LOVE IT
Unbelievable bro!!!!! I cant believe i didn't watch this video sooner! Totally Amazing
amazing
much respect and an inspiration to me. thank you
This was amazing to watch and as many people have already said, this is very inspirational
Simply amazing!
Great movie !! Congrats !!
you are changing lives James!
Never forget that you badass
Good man. God bless you.
Just amazing
You are truly amazing and inspiring. Maybe one day there will be an iron cowgirl :)
James........what f.......buddy, amazing training and will power...not everybody, yes you inspire !!! yes you do!!!! Congrats and blessings!!!!
Amazing, Sir
I think this is only my 2nd post on Facebook in several years, as for me... there's a lot of stuff not worth reading or watching. If you want to see something really inspirational... this would be hard to beat!! Especially watch from 3:35 to 8:11 minutes into this 14:29 film. I'm posting this in memory of my cousin Jerry Dobbs who passed from this life on January 20, 2015 and lived with this condition for 79 years. In spite of his lot in life... he always had a smile on his face and a heart full of love and laughter!
You are a living legend man!
Thanks for the inspiration.
Wow thanks for the inspiration, I got my first triathlon in 2 months. I'm very nervous. You're awesome by the way!
You are an inspiration to so many! Congrats!! I loved putting the IMAZ medal around you neck!!
my inspiration for Oceanside 2017, Coronado 2017 and Tempe 2017
Incredible
amazing !
Awesomeness
God Bless You
#INSPIRED! you guys did a fabulous job creating this video! Thank you for that! :)
Absolutely amazing the iron cowboy rocks
you are a saint, a god! good luck with all your endeavours!
just great!
James Lawrence is just as inspirational as Bolt, Phelps, Messi, Jordan etc....what he did is simply INCREDIBLE and it's sad to see how many haters and keyboard warriors attacked a person who was trying to raise money for a good cause. Even if he wasn't doing it for a charity or for a fund raiser the fact he still attempted to do something so dangerous and just plane out IMPOSSIBLE we should be celebrating the man not trying to find any possible way to bash what he did. God Bless You JL!!!
It did inspire me! Wow wow wow wat a man!
The marathon is the true killer of the ironman, well done.
Brilliant done!!
This is art!!
What a beautiful man omg
respect !
Cool story, very motivational
Wow!
Respect
Salute to you brother! you are such a good example to the others :) you deserve a medal bro! keep it up!
i want to be a triathlete someday thank you for inspiring me!
Congratulations to everyone who helped him
Needed the lift.........Good Job!
The guy's reaction at 10:00 was pure shock 😆
One thing is for sure, this guy has some seriously strong knees! I wish I could reach those distances without getting injured :D
+Umberto D'Ovidio You most definitely can. His knees are genetically exactly the same as yours ;-). Read "Born to Run" by Chris McDougall and change how you think about your body.
Look at his running technique @ 11:57 and not that he's not landing on his heels. That's what fucks your knees.
Boxing Focus agree
if you really want to do something, you will find a way. if you don't, you will find an excuse.
Respect !!!!
This guy really is an inspiration. Very cool to see someone be so selfless in what is really a self centered sport
Awesome
Does somebody know where one can watch the 50.50.50 documentary? 🙏
inspirational! thanks for sharing :) and to think I'm trying to work myself up to do just 1 ironman!! LOL :) what an inspiration
@ 4:05...started to cry! I'm a big baby.
He's got a ton of mass for a triathlete! More like a SEAL.
Everyone is saying how amazing and strong he is but he would not have been able to do it without the support of his team
Nuff respect
Man! I respect to you! My dream is your things!
Truly inspirational stuff... now wheres my running shoes..
Badass.
I have to know the ost for this one video,was it made for this video? or from a track?
Wow, such a great movie! What's the music used in this video?
Here is an athlete worth being a fan of.
A real living superhero!
Someone know the music name from 4:15?