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 training
We 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 Training
Hammer & 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.
