Matt Johnson
Self-taught ultra runner and coach known for running across Texas (842 miles) and training high-profile clients; shares a personal story of overcoming trauma, addiction, and using endurance running to help others transform their lives.
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Feb 24, 2026 • 1h 9min
247. Matt Johnson: Jelly Roll’s Weight Loss, Running 842 Miles & Escaping Addiction
Matt Johnson, a self-taught ultra runner and coach who ran 842 miles across Texas and trains high-profile clients. He recounts using endurance running to escape trauma and addiction. He explains logistics of ultra races, training a celebrity from walking to running, and the mental grit and community that drive long-distance challenges.
