Best Coach Jen Johnson Podcasts (2024)

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S2E6 - Jen and Sim Benson, authors of the book Smart Running! 56:10

2M ago56:10

56:10

We are BACK! Faye and Nick catch up after having had a wee break from podcasting! Then a good chinwag with Jen and Sim Benson, authors of the book 'Smart Running' who discuss their background in running and coaching, the impact of technology and social media on running, and the importance of trusting oneself in training. They emphasize the need to …

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S2E5 - Frank Wainwright Tells Us All About His "Big Toe"!! 47:19

3M ago47:19

47:19

Summary Frank Wainwright shares his journey into ultra running, the community, and his charitable efforts. He discusses his experiences with extreme events like the Tunnel Ultra and the Brathay 10 in 10, highlighting the physical and emotional challenges. Frank's dedication to youth-focused charities and his passion for supporting young people is e…

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S2E4 - Nick and Faye talk about the "delightful" British weather and running in it, plus they dive into their recent races at Winter Trail, Coed Y Brenin and Brecon to Cardiff Xtreme! 54:22

6M ago54:22

54:22

Summary In this episode, Nick and Faye discuss the current weather conditions and the challenges of running in the rain and their coaching tip of the week is encouraging runners to embrace training in bad weather to build resilience. Faye discusses her next race at Forest of Dean and her goal of setting a personal best. In this conversation, Nick H…

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S2E3: Does strength training prevent running injury??? with Dr. Rich Blagrove 59:55

6M ago59:55

59:55

Summary The conversation discusses a recent research study on exercise-based injury prevention in endurance runners. The study found that there is no significant positive effect of exercise-based prevention programs on reducing injury risk and injury rates in endurance runners. However, the study also highlights the importance of supervision and ad…

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S2E2 - The HOTSEAT! Our athletes quiz us on nutrition for running, menopause, recovery strategies, pacing long runs, and much more! 1:02:50

7M ago1:02:50

1:02:50

Summary The conversation covers topics such as lack of appetite during training, managing nutrition during menopause, recovery strategies, pacing long runs, fasted training, mobility work, and fueling with gels. The conversation covers topics such as the timing and benefits of caffeine gel, fueling for different types of runs, taking a break from l…

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S2E1: Andy Grant - Couch to 100KM! Plus... WE ARE BACK FOR 2024! 1:26:30

8M ago1:26:30

1:26:30

WELCOME BACK!! Summary In this episode, Nick and Faye discuss their return to the podcast and upcoming races and training plans. They also provide a personal update and share their thoughts on ice baths. The hosts read reviews from listeners and offer a coaching tip on the importance of the long run. They emphasize the need to focus on training vol…

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WE'VE MOVED - FIND US OVER AT PERMISSION TO.. WITH COACH JEN JOHNSON! 1:06

9M ago1:06

1:06

NEW PODCAST LOCATION : https://anchor.fm/permissionto

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Ep. 265 - Weight Loss Stepping Stone #5 - Thinking Ahead 17:29

9M ago17:29

17:29

Our LAST stepping stone is here - we're talking about how to think ahead and get you OUT of reaction mode. Learn more : www.jenjohnsoncoaching.com/wbwl

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Ep. 264 - Weight Loss Stepping Stone #4 - Boundaries & Communication 9:00

9M ago9:00

9:00

Let's talk about how to protect and actually DO these habits you need to do to lose weight. We're talking boundaries and communication, baby!

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Ep. 263 - Weight Loss Stepping Stone #3 - Movement and Exercise 14:08

9M ago14:08

14:08

How can you get consistently moving and exercising in the pursuit of your weight loss goal? Let me break it down for you here!

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Ep. 262 - Weight Loss Stepping Stone #2 - Nutrition and Food Mindset 7:04

9M ago7:04

7:04

We're tackling nutrition and food mindset in this episode - as a part of the 5 episode Weight Loss Stepping Stone series!

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#23 David Miller - The Perfect Shot: Delving into Ultra Photography 46:59

9M ago46:59

46:59

Want to uncover the secrets behind capturing the perfect race shot? Hear the inspiring journey of David Miller, from a passionate runner to a renowned sports photographer. Discover how his love for running and an unexpected gift of a DSLR camera during lockdown catapulted him into the world of sports photography. Dive into the heart of ultrarunning…

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Ep 261 - Weight Loss Stepping Stone #1 - Sleep 18:01

9M ago18:01

18:01

This week's episode is on the critical first pillar of weight loss success- SLEEP! Dive in as I help you navigate getting more/better/badass sleep. Join Wellness Before Weight Loss - check it out : www.jenjohnsoncoaching.com/wbwl

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Ep. 260 - When Healthy is Code for Weight Loss 12:37

10M ago12:37

12:37

...tricky diet culture can sneak in through "get healthy" and "wellness". Here's how to combat that along your weight loss journey!

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#22 Chelsea Creak - Golden Trail Series UK Winner 2023 chats with Faye! 1:19:42

10M ago1:19:42

1:19:42

In this episode of the Maximum Mileage Running Podcast, Faye interviews Chelsea Creak, recent women's champion of the UK/Netherlands Golden Trail Series. Part 1 - Ultra Trail Snowdonia Nick did the 55K distance at UTS this year and found it extremely challenging even at the shorter distance. He had planned to do the 100 miler originally. The race i…

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Ep. 259 - Why Being a Quitter May Be a Good Thing! 16:22

10M ago16:22

16:22

Do you quit on your goals? Here's a BIG permission slip and a mindset shift!

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#21 Dr. Richard Blagrove: Strength Training for Runners - How to lift your performance! 51:41

10M ago51:41

51:41

In this episode, Nick speaks with Dr Richard Blagrove, senior lecturer in sport and exercise physiology at Loughborough University. They dive into the nitty-gritty details of strength training for runners. Richard explains how adding heavy strength work into a runner's program boosts race performance, mainly by improving running economy. Lifting we…

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Ep. 258 - What is Wellness Before Weight Loss? 18:27

10M ago18:27

18:27

Learn more at www.jenjohnsoncoaching.com/wbwl

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#20 Holly Stables - how to run a marathon... and not! 53:28

10M ago53:28

53:28

In this episode, Nick welcomes his own coach and good friend, Holly Stables onto the podcast and talks all things marathon! Holly is a former "pro" (she doesn't like that word!) marathon runner and sheds light on her pro career, some of the highs and lows of the training and racing, and throughout she shares some of her tips that you can apply to y…

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#19 Mike James AKA TheEndurancePhysio - The importance of proper rest and recovery for runners! 1:23:22

11M ago1:23:22

1:23:22

We had a great chat with Mike James AKA TheEndurancePhysio about all things rest and recovery! Key Moments: Mike shares how rest is an active part of training, not something passive. It prepares you for upcoming sessions. He explains why sleep is the #1 recovery tool, calling it a "superpower." Things like nutrition and appropriate training load ar…

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#18 Nick Hancock... Meet our very own Head Coach! 56:08

11M ago56:08

56:08

In an episode that tugs pretty hard on the heartstrings, Faye interviews Nick Hancock, founder and Head Coach at Maximum Mileage Key Moments: Nick shares how running literally saved his life during a period of severe depression and suicidal thoughts. Running gave him a purpose and outlet when he desperately needed it. Nick talks about his wife Alys…

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Ep 257 - Find out how GOOD Mom Life Can Be (rejecting the default) 14:48

11M ago14:48

14:48

Here's what I mean by "Reject the Default Mom Life Narrative" First - what IS the default Mom Life narrative? It's the belief that moms life is: *Facebook groups packed with “no, MY husband is the worst!” posts *Memes joking how our kids suck the life out of us… *…but don’t you dare talk badly about your kids or complain - be grateful for gosh sake…

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Ep 256 - The #1 Thing Successful Clients Experience 15:27

11M ago15:27

15:27

Hop over to www.instagram.com/momstrongcoaching to continue the conversation!

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#17 Marcus Weedon - Pushing through degenerative back disease to run fast and long! 41:46

11M ago41:46

41:46

In this episode, Nick had the pleasure of chatting with one of his long-time coached athletes, Marcus Weedon! Marcus has a degenerative back condition called Ankylosing Spondylitis, but despite this, he pushes through and uses running as his way of coping with the disease! Marcus also does some incredible charity work and some bonkers challenges! T…

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Ep 255 - Sober October Tips for Moms 19:19

11M ago19:19

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Follow me over on my new IG - www.instagram.com/momstrongcoaching If you’re doing Sober October I’m cheering and have FOUR tips for you! Today is day for me and it’s one of the hardest but best things I’ve ever done for myself. Here are my Top 4 Sober Mama Tips: Set your intention... Maybe you don't want/need to go fully sober. Maybe you want to se…

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#16 The Hotseat: Steven Winrow, Performance Nutritionist - How to Fuel Your Running! 1:02:50

11M ago1:02:50

1:02:50

Unlock the secrets to fueling your body for maximum running performance with our expert guest, Steven Winrow. As a multi-academically qualified nutritionist from Winrow Performance, Steven lays out the facts about how our bodies use energy and the importance of replenishing liver glycogen after a night's rest. Learn how carbs can effectively fuel y…

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#15: James Scott - Can you complete a 145-mile Ultramarathon on just 3 days training per week? 46:25

12M ago46:25

46:25

Ever felt the thrill of crossing a marathon finish line? Then you'll surely resonate with our guest, James Scott, an accomplished runner whose ultra feats include the Race to Stones 100K and the Kenneth and Avon Canal Race. This episode is brimming with stories of grit and determination, as James takes us through his incredible journey, explaining …

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#14: Rick Prince - Raising the Bar in Educating Running Coaches 43:57

12M ago43:57

43:57

Ever wondered why there's such a vast range of coaching knowledge in the fitness industry? Our guest, Rick Prince, founder of United Endurance Sports Coaching Academy (UESCA), unwraps this mystery. With 20 years in the fitness industry and a strong grounding in kinesiology, Rick has experienced first-hand how the lack of regulation in the industry …

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#13 Faye Johnson: Meet our very own Faye! Coaching, Competing, and Women in Running! 47:39

12M ago47:39

47:39

Meet our very own Faye Johnson! Faye is a coach here at Maximum Mileage and she brings a unique set of skills and perspective, as well as a massive dose of just being ace!! We love Faye at MM and you will too! We don't stop at Faye's personal journey. We take the conversation a step further and look at the importance of treating athletes holistical…

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#12: Beth Pascall - Western States Winner 2021: A Journey of Perseverance, Balance, and Hope 42:27

12M ago42:27

42:27

Have you ever wondered how a world-class ultra-marathon runner and a paediatrician find balance? Meet our guest, Beth Pascall, winner of the Western States 100 in 2021... an embodiment of grit, tenacity, and perseverance. She unpacks her journey, addressing her battle with a recurring injury, the mental toll it's taken, and her unyielding determina…

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#11: Marcus Willday, Torq Performance Director - A Deep Dive into Marathon Fueling Strategies 1:00:51

1y ago1:00:51

1:00:51

Are you prepared to revolutionize your performance during marathons or ultra-marathons? Our guest for this episode is Marcus Willday, the Performance Director at Torq Fitness, one of the leading endurance nutrition companies in the world... Marcus unravels fascinating insights on fueling your body to keep that energy tank from running on empty duri…

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#10: Reece Calvert - From Addiction to Ultra-Marathons: One Man's Journey of Transformation and Resilience 41:16

1y ago41:16

41:16

Ever felt like you've hit the wall, and not just any wall, but The Wall, a brutal ultra-marathon in the North of England? That's where our guest, Reece, found himself, in the middle of an intense physical challenge. Rhys, an inspiring runner, will take you through his journey from competing in his first marathon to tackling a gruelling 70 miles. As…

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#9: The Hotseat... A Fresh Perspective on Ultramarathon DNFs, and we talk about 10km pacing! 21:39

1y ago21:39

21:39

Ever faced a DNF in an ultramarathon? You know the sinking feeling, the disappointment, the sense of failure? Well, we're here to tell you it's not! Join us as we reveal how DNFs, far from being career-enders, are often stepping stones on the road to success. We'll share our personal tales of DNFs - from poor shoe choices to unanticipated terrain -…

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#8: Andy Berry... The Winning Mindset: An In-depth Interview with the Lakeland 100 2023 Champion 1:03:35

1y ago1:03:35

1:03:35

Do you ever wonder what it takes to win an ultra-marathon? You're in for a treat as we chat with the remarkable Andy Berry, the recent winner of one of the UK's toughest races, the Lakeland 100. Pulling back the curtain on his preparation, Andy shares how he stepped away from racing to focus on rigorous training in the hills and fells for the Lakes…

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#7: The Hotseat... Winning at Marathon Training: Strategies, Foods, and Recovery 47:35

1y ago47:35

47:35

Ever wonder how to stay motivated on the long, arduous journey that is marathon training? We've got your back! Join us for another recording of my athlete Hotseat where we focus on the Marathon as we share personal experiences, tips, and strategies that have kept us going. From the highs and lows of the London Marathon ballot to the importance of g…

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#6: From Pasta Parties to Protein: A Comprehensive Guide to Running Nutrition 33:57

1y ago33:57

33:57

Ever wondered how to fuel your body before that early morning run when you're racing against time? Get ready to unravel the science behind carbohydrates and their role in powering great and speedy running. Fret not about post-run hunger pangs, as we discuss the importance of hydration and nutritious food, spilling the beans on healthy snack options…

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#5: Joanne Smith - How Changing Your Mindset Can Change Your Running... and Your Life! 43:24

1y ago43:24

43:24

In this episode, Faye and Nick co-host and we have a very special guest with us, Joanne Smith Jo has taken to running since a terrible car accident 15 years ago left her in severe pain. Not only has it helped her physical recovery, but it has helped her apply coaching that she has learned outside of the traditional running coaching realms, to help …

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Ep. 254 - How do you know when to quit? 11:42

1y ago11:42

11:42

Let's chat about your Messy Middle goal and how you can know when it's quitting time.

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Ep. 253 - Kiddos hate doing chores? Try this hack! 7:48

1y ago7:48

7:48

In this episode we focus on The Messy Middle : Motherhood and I share a tip to help get kiddos to do their chores without the battle AND how to drop the emotional charge between you and your kiddos! Let's connect - find me at www.instagram.com/coachjenjohnson , www.facebook.com/coachjenjohnson or www.coachjenjohnson.com !…

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#4: The Monthly Hotseat! Where my athletes put me on the spot with their running questions! 50:01

1y ago50:01

50:01

Strap in, runners! The Maximum Mileage Running Podcast is back with another explosive episode, packed with wisdom and insights. This time, we're flipping the script once again as my athletes take control, grilling me with their burning questions about running. It's a no-holds-barred, laugh-out-loud session where we dig deep into the nitty-gritty of…

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#3: The Monthly Hotseat! Where my athletes put me on the spot with their running questions! 49:54

1y ago49:54

49:54

In Episode 3, we delve into the often overlooked yet critical component of race preparation - sleep. We discuss effective strategies to optimize your sleep in the week leading up to your race and offer tips for that elusive pre-race night's slumber. Next, we revisit pacing strategies for marathons, offering a deeper dive into finding your rhythm an…

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#2: The Monthly Hotseat! Where my athletes put me on the spot with their running questions! 42:48

1y ago42:48

42:48

Welcome to Episode 2 of the Maximum Mileage Running Podcast, where we're hitting the ground running with all things marathon. In this episode (another recording of the Hoteast where my own athletes throw questions at me!), we take a deep dive into some of the finer details that can make or break your race day. Ever heard of 'the blue line'? We disc…

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#1 The Monthly Hotseat! Where my athletes put me on the spot with their running questions! 52:11

1y ago52:11

52:11

"Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Maximum Mileage Running Podcast, where we dive headfirst into the riveting world of long-distance running! In this episode, we pull no punches, addressing the very real impact of the menstrual cycle on training. Should you adjust your regimen during this time, or is it business as usual? We weigh the pros an…

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Ep. 252 - Is self-care a problem? 11:57

1+ y ago11:57

11:57

Head to www.coachjenjohnson.com

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Ep. 251 - Costco Style Prep - save time and energy each week! 13:22

1+ y ago13:22

13:22

Today I'm giving you my best small habit shift to get you more time, energy and space in your days - Costco Style Prep! Learn what habits you can make a little easier by doing them each week in bulk. This not only makes you TOTALLY feel on top of your shit, it also frees up precious time, space and energy every day. Let's connect - find me at www.i…

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Ep. 250 - Are you ready for a life changing transformation, NOW? 12:00

1+ y ago12:00

12:00

I have 5 Beta Tester spots for the new program The Happy Mom Method. Tune in to hear more and if your heart says "I'm in!" reach out via Instagram, FB or email. Can't wait to change your life!