We Asked Matt James for His Favorite Sneakers: “They’re So Freaking Comfortable”
We Asked Matt James for His Favorite Sneakers: “They’re So Freaking Comfortable”
Matt James, the Season 25 Star of The Bachelor, Opens Up About His Fitness Journey and Favorite Sneakers
As a part of Bachelor Nation, Matt James is no stranger to the spotlight. But when he’s not busy being the star of The Bachelor, James is dedicated to his fitness journey and passion for food reviews. Recently, he partnered with RxBar to become the brand’s "No B.S. Motivator," inspiring lovers of the protein-packed snacks to keep going. In this exclusive interview, we asked James about his go-to meals while marathon training, his favorite sneakers, and the most memorable meal he’s shared with sweetheart and Bachelor winner Rachael Kirkconnell.
A Typical Day of Eating for a Marathon Runner
When James is training for a marathon, his typical day of eating consists of a balanced diet that includes protein-packed meals and snacks. "I’m constantly in some sort of marathon training block, this one currently is for New York," he explains. "I’ll wake up around 6:30 and I’ll have oatmeal and peanut butter. That’s typically the best breakfast to sit in the stomach, and then I’ll go start my workout."
After his run, James reaches for a protein shake to help his muscles recover. "I’m never really hungry immediately after my run, and I feel like a lot of runners could relate to that," he says. "Your body’s gone into this mode where it’s eating off of everything that you’ve fueled with previously, so I’m not like, ‘Where’s the food?’ A protein shake or a protein bar is giving my muscles the protein it needs to rebuild and refuel so that I can get back and keep training."
Favorite Sneakers for Running
When it comes to running shoes, James is all about comfort. "I have a few favorite shoes," he says. "I would say that most recently, Lululemon has a men’s shoe called the Beyondfeel, and it’s just a comfort shoe. I can wear it to the gym, I can wear it to run a 5K, I can wear it on a 10-mile run. I could put 250 miles on these shoes and they look good."
James also swears by New Balance’s FuelCell trainer and Nike’s Invincible 3. "The common theme for me is the cushion and being able to protect my joints," he explains. "A lot of people go for style, I’m all about comfort. So it’s a rotation between those three running shoes for my marathon cycle."
Partnering with RxBar
James partnered with RxBar to become the brand’s "No B.S. Motivator," sharing his passion for fitness and nutrition with fans. "I think that it starts with being a fan of the brand," he says. "It wouldn’t work if it wasn’t something that wasn’t organic to what I was already doing. And as someone who’s been consuming RxBars for a long time, I can speak to the product and my experience in a unique voice."
Favorite Meal Shared with Rachael
When James and Rachael Kirkconnell, his sweetheart and Bachelor winner, share a meal together, it’s always a special occasion. "I think of the most recent meal we had that we both loved," he says. "We were in Paris for the Paralympics and the Olympics last month, which was an amazing once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. We went to this place called La Renommée and it was so good. It was freaking amazing. Steak, burgers, French fries, whipped cream with strawberries. They had duck, escargot, and I’m not even a snail guy, but we were super adventurous."
Conclusion
In this exclusive interview, Matt James shared his passion for fitness, nutrition, and comfort. From his go-to meals while marathon training to his favorite sneakers, James is all about finding what works for him and sharing that with others. As the "No B.S. Motivator" for RxBar, James is inspiring fans to keep going and reach their fitness goals.
FAQs
Q: What does your typical day of eating look like when you’re training for a marathon?
A: My typical day of eating consists of a balanced diet that includes protein-packed meals and snacks. I’ll usually start with oatmeal and peanut butter for breakfast, followed by a protein shake after my run, and then protein-packed meals and snacks throughout the day.
Q: What are your favorite sneakers for running?
A: I have a few favorite shoes, including the Lululemon Beyondfeel, New Balance FuelCell trainer, and Nike Invincible 3. They’re all about comfort and providing cushion and support for my joints.
Q: Why did you partner with RxBar?
A: I partnered with RxBar because I’m a fan of the brand and I believe in their products. As someone who’s been consuming RxBars for a long time, I can speak to the product and my experience in a unique voice.
Q: What’s your favorite meal that you’ve shared with Rachael?
A: My favorite meal that I’ve shared with Rachael is probably the one we had at La Renommée in Paris. It was an amazing once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and the food was incredible.
