Jake Wightman - #40

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 Intro01:00 Growing Up in a Family of Elite Runners03:05 First GB Vest & Signing With Nike07:00 Being Coached by His Dad15:10 Why the 1500m Chose Him18:58 Inside Jake's Brutal Training Week30:50 Athletics Clubs, Run Culture & Growing the Sport38:40 Launching His Coffee Brand42:35 Tokyo Olympics & Winning World Championship Gold45:50 How Professional Runners Actually Make Money01:57:00 Would Jake Ever Take on HYROX?15% off 247 Represent - Use code: JAKE247https://uk.representclo.com/collectio...BPN supplements - 10% off, Use code: JAKE:https://www.bareperformancenutrition.comWhoop — 1 month free:https://join.whoop.com/gb/en/Jakedearden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.