James starts training at 4 a.m.! Shares a quote from military strategist Sun Tzu: True strength lies in overcoming oneself

On July 27, Beijing time, star player James, who has just officially joined the 76ers, updated his personal social media, sharing clips of his early morning training sessions, once again showcasing the self-discipline that has defined his career.

In the post, James first captioned it "It's that time again," starting his new day at 4:12 a.m. By 4:31 a.m., a in-car shot captured his journey to the training facility through the night.

Following that, he shared a quote from Chinese military strategist Sun Tzu: "To overcome others is to have strength; to overcome oneself is true power."

As he embarks on a new chapter of his career in Philadelphia, James is well aware of the challenges ahead. Throughout his long professional journey, opponents are always visible, but the hardest to conquer has always been oneself. With age bringing natural physical decline and constant external doubts about his condition, his decades-long habit of early morning training is his way of combating aging and pushing his limits.

From the Cavaliers, Heat, Lakers, and now the 76ers, James has never stopped moving forward. He no longer merely aims to defeat opponents on the court but is more focused on continuously overcoming laziness, fatigue, and the limitations of age. Sun Tzu's quote perfectly matches his current mindset: defeating others only gives temporary strength; consistently conquering one's own weaknesses is the mark of a lasting powerhouse.

The new season is approaching, and the 4 a.m. commitment is James's declaration for the upcoming season. A crown is never earned without effort; it is through daily battles with oneself that one can stand at the peak of the game for a long time.