How Does a Record-Holding Olympic Swimmer Boost His Energy and Focus?

We spent the day with Cullen Jones to hear about how he maintains energy and focus in his post-Olympic life.

Published October 12, 2022

Updated October 18, 2022

Let’s face it— as we get older, it gets harder and harder to generate and maintain the energy we need to get everything done each day. Oftentimes, even getting a good night’s sleep and following a healthy diet doesn’t always give us the oomph needed to be the best version of ourselves. Mikra understands this (very normal) situation and has made it the company’s mission to increase your healthspan by transparently innovating and iterating on the most potent, clinically-vetted bioactive compounds on the market. CELLF by Mikra is engineered to positively impact your brain, heart, skin and muscular systems. We spent a day at the pool with former Olympic swimmer and Mikra fan Cullen Jones to understand how using CELLF has helped him re-boost and achieve that ‘oopmh’ we’re all after these days.

Cullen Jones, Olympic Swim Champion

Calling Cullen Jones a mere “accomplished swimmer” is a gross understatement. Jones is a two-time US Olympian, and four-time Medalist, having won two golds and two silvers – and he holds the 4×100-meter freestyle relay world record. Today, Jones works in sports marketing for SpeedoUSA and when he is not in the pool or at the office, he enjoys time at home with his wife and son. While he is no longer on an Olympic training schedule, Jones relies on Mikra to improve his energy levels and brain performance, particularly on jam-packed days. From extensive workout sessions in the gym to focusing during Zoom meetings, Mikra’s CELLF has had a profound impact on Jones’s energy levels.

Q: What is your favorite swimming memory?
Cullen Jones: Winning the 4x 100 freestyle relay in the Beijing Olympics. There was a lot of pride in winning, especially in the manner in which we did it. But my biggest goal was to hear my name: “Representing Team USA, Cullen Jones!” That was my favorite moment.

olympic gold medalist swimmer cullen jones for mikra

Q: What is your proudest post-Olympics career moment?

CJ: The proudest moment in my career was transitioning into a working professional. It was scary at first but when I realized I could use all the lessons I learned from my sport in the working world, it didn’t seem as daunting. Those life lessons and discipline are hard to replicate.

Q: What does your average day look like today?

CJ: Now, my average day is waking up around 5:00 AM and making my way to the gym to lift and swim. What began as a passion and job has now become meditative. I work out now to relax and feel good about myself and the day. I then come home to clean up and get my son ready for the day. Then it’s off to work remotely for SpeedoUSA. When off the clock, you can find me either giving a swim lesson or playing around with my son after preschool.

Q: Can you tell us more about your efforts to promote diversity in swimming?

CJ: I worked with USA Swimming to create the Make A Splash Initiative which has now become the Make A Splash Media Tour. The aim is to get all kids in America safer around the water.

Q: How rewarding is the work you do in your community?

CJ: The work I’ve done in the community I believe is the reason I stayed in the sport for as long as I did. Every time I watched someone conquer a fear, or overcome a difficulty in the water, it rejuvenated my love for the sport.

Q: What are your training goals currently?

CJ: I am not training for the Olympics anymore but I am training for my overall health. I have been thinking about Masters Swimming.

Q: How do you stay motivated in the gym?

CJ: My biggest focus is getting to the gym in the first place. Once I am in the door, I have the motivation to put the work in. Getting out of a warm bed is tough. I use the Mel Robbins five-second rule to get the engine going!

Q: What’s your impression of Mikra?

CJ: I have been using Mikra CELLF for around six months now and I am a fan. I have felt more energy throughout the day and sharper when it comes to all the video calls I have.

Q: Who would you recommend Mikra for?

CJ: Anyone who is feeling sluggish or needs to cure brain fog.

Gear Patrol Studios

Mikra CELLF

With its myriad of benefits – including delayed biological aging, cognition support, brain and body energy and heightened focus – it’s no wonder that CELLF is so popular. CELLF mimics a biological process called receptor-mediated endocytosis, which enables cells to “eat” and absorb compounds directly into their intracellular complex. Its formula is designed to add healthy years to your life, increasing your healthspan so you can feel better for longer. CELLF is designed specifically for those needing an extra boost in focus, energy and exercise recovery, particularly those who feel age-related needs, and a single-serving dosage makes it easy to add to your daily routine.

Price: $88

SHOP NOW