Married Ultra Marathoners Jim Walmsey and Jess Brazeau’s No. 1 Priority Besides Each Other Is Running (Exclusive)
The husband and wife are two of the runners featured in director Max Lowe’s new documentary ‘Learning to Fly’
Jim Walmsley and Jess Brazeau are ultra marathoners who prioritize running above all else, including their marriage. Married in May 2022, they've spent the past four years traveling between the French Alps and Flagstaff, Ariz. to train for various races and filming a documentary about their lives. Despite not taking a traditional honeymoon, the couple is content, as their jobs allow them to explore the world together.
In 2024, Walmsley attempted to win both the Western States Endurance Run and the Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc within a two-month period. While he won Western States and set a second-fastest time, he struggled with injuries in UTMB, which derailed his ambitious goal. Despite this, Walmsley's friendship with his wife remains a significant aspect of his life, as running has brought him many important connections.
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