In this episode of the Pain Free Athlete Podcast, host Dana Jones speaks with Jen Oliver, the operations and athlete manager at Switch 4 Good. They discuss the importance of plant-based nutrition for athletes, the challenges of fueling for endurance sports, and the significance of training the gut for optimal performance. Jen shares insights on advocating for dairy-free options in schools and the future of plant-based nutrition in athletics, emphasizing the need to normalize these choices in society.

About Jen:

Jen Oliver is the Director of Operations and Athlete Manager at Switch4Good, where she thrives in organized chaos and leads with purpose. With decades of experience building and guiding high-performance teams, Jen draws on her background as a Division I collegiate golfer and former professional women’s cycling team captain to mentor athletes with clarity, steadiness, and intention.

A lifelong endurance athlete and committed plant-based competitor, Jen supports Switch4Good’s athletes in balancing the demands of training, career, and life — helping them cultivate resilience, confidence, and alignment in both performance and purpose.

Website: www.Switch4Good.org

@Switch4Good (IG)

Podcast: Switch4Good Podcast

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