CJ Johnson - "Be legendary"

Like the episode? Let us know with a quick text!Allison interviews Baton Rouge runner CJ Johnson about his running journey, community work, and current injury recovery.CJ began running in middle school, quit in 11th grade amid family turmoil, later joined the Air Force, and was discharged after learning he had sickle cell anemia.He recommitted to running after his father’s leg amputation, and because his son has full-blown sickle cell anemia and cannot run, motivating CJ to “run for both of them.”He describes lessons on faith, training smart, and helping others, including walking miles 22–26.2 with a struggling first-time Louisiana Marathoner. CJ’s favorite race was the New York City Marathon; he also ran Amsterdam.He shares race routines, gear, fueling, playlist, and a memorable rain-soaked Boston-qualifying push with Ainsley’s Angels rider Daniel Manchester.He discusses Run Crew meetups, cross-training, and a goal to chase a 2:35 duo wheelchair-push record at the Marine Corps Marathon and Boston.CJ Johnson - https://www.facebook.com/clarence.johnson.750Races MentionedTiger 10kWar Eagle FestBoston MarathonLouisiana MarathonNew York MarathonAmsterdam MarathonExotico MarathonMarine Corps MarathonShout OutsScott ThornhillStefan ClaytonAinsley's AngelsRun CrewClarence Johnson SeniorClarence Johnson IIIDaniel ManchesterCrystal JohnsonHoward JonesSupport the showFor more details on Run Your Story happenings, visit https://runyourstory.com/For web development or tech services, visit https://gaillardts.com/Go Run Your Story and take a piece of this story with you! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news on upcoming episodes. Support us on Patreon!Can't wait to hear Your Run Story!! Thank you to all of our Patreon supporters!Kristen RatherMary TrufantSuzanne CristSuzanne ClarkDave McDonaldKarla McInnisJames ContrattoJordan DuBoseKeith & Cristy EvansSharonda ShulaMeredith NationsAllyson LameyChris StrayhornKaren SaldivarStefan ClaytonRachael McRaeScott ThornhillSkye Guy