Data updated: July 2026

James Hanson
@professor296 Β· Instagram Β· US Β· running
About James Hanson
James Hanson, known as professor296 on Instagram, is a micro-influencer and expert athlete specializing in running. With a diverse content portfolio that includes reels, stories, static posts, and long-form videos, he shares insights on fitness, motivation, and self-improvement. His biography highlights significant athletic achievements, showcasing his dedication to the sport. Operating primarily in the US, he engages with a community that appreciates authenticity and educational content. Some content may require brand review.
@professor296's followers & following
@professor296 currently has 13,046 followers on Instagram and follows 2,317 accounts, a follower-to-following ratio of 5.63. That places the account in the micro tier of running creators.
@professor296's content
@professor296 has published 5,154 posts to date, working across reels, stories, static-posts, long-form-video. The account's content is classified under running, fitness, sports. Bio: βI like doing things I like to do BikeErg 24HR 605,544M World Record 1M β’ 5:23 5Kβ’17:59 13.1β’1:25:00 26.2β’3:06:00 50Kβ’3:57:00 50Mβ’7:57:12 100β¦β
AI quality check on @professor296
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@professor296's rankings on Zaver
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@professor296's audience
Audience snapshot
60% male Β· 40% female
Core age group25-34
The audience of James Hanson skews predominantly male at 60%, with a primary age group of 25-34. The top geographic location for his followers is the United States, indicating a focused engagement within this demographic.
Collaboration pricing
Price tierstandard
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Brands in the fitness and sports sectors would align well with James Hanson due to his expertise and authentic approach to running and motivation. His content resonates with audiences seeking inspiration and practical advice, making him a suitable partner for brands aiming to connect with health-conscious consumers.
Frequently asked questions
How many Instagram followers does @professor296 have?
As of July 2026, @professor296 has 13,046 followers (13K) on Instagram, follows 2,317 accounts, and has published 5,154 posts. Zaver refreshes these numbers on a rolling basis.
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Who follows @professor296?
@professor296's 13K followers skew 60% male / 40% female, core age group 25-34. Full audience breakdowns β age bands, gender split and country-level distribution β are part of @professor296's report on Zaver.
Which influencers are similar to @professor296?
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What is the follower count?
James Hanson has 13,046 followers.
What is the engagement rate?
The engagement rate for James Hanson is not provided.
What is the collaboration pricing?
James Hanson is in the standard price tier for collaborations.
What is the content niche?
James Hanson primarily focuses on running, with additional content in fitness and sports.
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