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James started powerlifting at the age of 14 building a great foundation of strength. He spent his undergraduate days at UNCW while earning a BS in Exercise Science. During that time, he found the sport of weightlifting and decided to make the step to convert from a powerlifter to full-time weightlifter. In June 2012 James joined Team MDUSA in hopes of making the Olympics in 2016. During that time James went from a relatively unknown name in the sport to becoming a serious contender for an Olympic spot. Although he did not make the Olympic Team in 2016 he still competes in weightlifting. In 2018 he opened the gym House of Weightlifting in Indian Land SC where he coaches weightlifting. James has a unique background which gives him a wealth of knowledge with movement and strength.