James Solomon was a big kid in High School, wrestling heavy weight one year to deciding to lose nearly 100 pounds and changing his life. After a few years in the Navy and school he came home to Illinois. After a Spartan Ultra he decided to leave the obstacles behind and just run. Now he's won Mohican, crushed a David Goggins record, and has his sights set on a big summer. Get to know this rising star of the Midwest.

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