Show Notes
Jake Wightman joins the podcast to share the journey from growing up in a family of elite runners to becoming the 2022 World Champion over 1500m.
We dive into his upbringing, being coached by his dad, signing his first Nike contract, Olympic experiences, brutal training sessions, sponsorships, injuries, the business side of athletics, and his mission to bring runners together through his coffee brand.
00:00 Intro 01:00 Growing Up in a Family of Elite Runners 03:05 First GB Vest & Signing With Nike 07:00 Being Coached by His Dad 15:10 Why the 1500m Chose Him 18:58 Inside Jake's Brutal Training Week 30:50 Athletics Clubs, Run Culture & Growing the Sport 38:40 Launching His Coffee Brand 42:35 Tokyo Olympics & Winning World Championship Gold 45:50 How Professional Runners Actually Make Money 01:57:00 Would Jake Ever Take on HYROX?
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