#015: Mitch Ammons - From Addiction to Olympic Trials
Mitch Ammons is a former heroin addict and now professional runner. He recently qualified for the 2024 Olympic Trials for the marathon. In this episode, we talk about Mitch qualifying for the Olympics trials, his 7-year journey through addiction, finding sobriety, tips for running, and much more. SPONSORS: - Redmond's Re-Lyte Hydration: https://redmond.life/?afmc=JMILLER Save 15% with code JMILLER - 2Before Endurance Powder: https://2before.com/jeremy-podcast Save $10 with code JMILLER FOLLOW MITCH: - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mitchammons/ FOLLOW JEREMY: - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremymille.r/ - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jeremy.miller - Website: https://www.jeremymiller.io/ TIMECODES: (00:00:00) Intro + Sponsors (00:02:25) Qualifying for the Olympic Trials (00:06:30) Getting into Running (00:10:55) Addiction Journey (00:27:40) Becoming Sober (00:40:59) Finding the Running Community (00:54:50) Running Routine and Tips (00:59:20) Strength Training for Running (01:09:45) Nutrition Regimen (01:15:30) Upcoming Races and Goals (01:27:30) Conclusion