Human Performance Outliers Podcast
406 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 533 ratingsWelcome to the Human Performance Outliers Podcast. Your host Zach Bitter, will take you through a series of interesting topics around health, fitness, and nutrition. Join in for interviews with folks exploring their outer limits and research in a wide variety of sports, fitness, and nutrition.
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Episode 386: Dr. David Heitmann - Couch To 100 Mile Check In
March 22, 2024 07:00 - 2 hours - 114 MBDr. Dave will be challenging himself to complete the Javelina 100 mile in 2024, going from the couch to the 100 mile distance in a years time. Dave has an extensive background as a medical director, treating thousands of patients, including: Olympians, National Champions, sports teams, and professionals. After losing his own health in the pursuit of helping others find theirs, Dave and his family embarked on a wild journey that included living in a bus, working on organic farms, traveling th...
Episode 385: Rory Linkletter - 2:08 Marathon & 2024 Olympics
March 15, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 94.2 MBRory Linkletter is a Canadian Marathon Athlete sponsored by Puma. He recently clocked a 2:08:01 marathon, which falls 9 seconds under the standard required to participate in the 2024 Paris Olympics. Per the Canadian selections process, it is unlikely his time of 2:08 will not grant him a spot on their team. In this episode, we discussed his path to 2:08, his training under the guidance of American distance great Ryan Hall, his and others decision to go straight to the marathon after college,...
Episode 384: Hayden Hawks - Black Canyon 100 KM
March 05, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 91.7 MBHayden Hawks is a professional ultramarathon athlete. His results are numerous, but include finishing second at the Western States Endurance Run 100 Mile, winning UTMB-CCC, Speed Goat 50km, and the Black Canyon 100km in course record time. SFuels: sfuelsgolonger.com code: HPOTRAIN Janji: janji.com code: Bitter10 LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO deltaG: deltagketones.com - IG: @deltag.ketones Code: BITTER20 HPO Website: zachbitter.com/hposponsors Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo Zach’s ...
Episode 383: Brady Holmer - Endurance, Nutrition & Supplementation
February 23, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 104 MBBrady is a MSc in Human Performance, endurance athlete, and science writer. He publishes Physiologically Speaking on substack, and works with Examine on reviewing research in effort to help users better understand supplement and intervention evidence. Topics covered: keto/low carb endurance, periodized carbohydrate training, supplement efficacy and his work at Examine, recent half marathon personal best, exogenous ketones, strength training for endurance athletes. SFuels: sfuelsgolonge...
Episode 382: Allison Macsas & Nicole
February 16, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 53.1 MBThis episode is the start of a series where Nicole will be interviewing a guest. The topic of this series is centered around individuals participating in sport while maintaining a highly demanding career. Allison is a four time Olympic Trials Marathon Qualifier and co-owner of Rogue Expeditions. At Rogue Expeditions, Allison creates run-centric vacations around the world. Itineraries are designed to combine authentic, off-the-beaten-track travel experiences with organized, supported daily...
Episode 381: Brendan Egan, PhD - Exogenous Ketone Research
February 06, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 109 MBBrendan is an Associate Professor of Sport and Exercise Physiology, and currently Head of School for the School of Health and Human Performance at DCU. His current research investigates skeletal muscle function and adaptation across the life course, with special interest in the synergy between nutrition and exercise interventions ranging from athletes to older adults. SFuels: sfuelsgolonger.com code: BITTER5 Janji: janji.com code: Bitter10 LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO deltaG: deltagketone...
Episode 380: Dr. Mike T. Nelson - Metabolic Flexibility
January 31, 2024 10:00 - 2 hours - 119 MBDr. Mike T. Nelson has a PhD in Exercise Physiology, a BA in Natural Science, and an MS in Biomechanics. He’s an adjunct professor and a member of the American College of Sports Medicine with an interest in metabolic flexibility. SFuels: sfuelsgolonger.com code: BITTER5 Janji: janji.com code: Bitter10 LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO deltaG: deltagketones.com - IG: @deltag.ketones code: BITTER20 HPO Sponsors: zachbitter.com/hposponsors Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo Zach’s Coaching: z...
Episode 379: Jonathan Levitt - The Business Of Running
January 19, 2024 17:31 - 1 hour - 101 MBJonathan Levitt hosts, "For The Long Run" podcast. Jonathan's career has given him insights into the athlete, creator, and company side of engaging with runners. In this episode we dive deep into how all three of these groups engage with the running community, as well as the future of running content and engagement. SFuels: sfuelsgolonger.com code: BITTER5 Janji: janji.com code: Bitter10 LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO deltaG: deltagketones.com - IG: @deltag.ketones Code: BITTER20 HPO Spo...
Episode 378: Brian Beckstead - Entrepreneur Founder Altra Footwear
December 19, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 72 MBBrian is one of the original three founders of Altra Footwear. Along with Jeremy Howlett and Golden Harper, he launched the business from his garage. In this episode we discuss what it is like starting a brand and navigating the different growth stages along the way. LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO deltaG: deltagketones.com - IG: @deltag.ketones HPO Sponsors: zachbitter.com/hposponsors Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo Zach’s Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching Zach’s Newsletter: substack....
Episode 377: Akshay Nanavati - 110 Day Arctic Crossing Project
December 06, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 94.1 MBAkshay Nanavati is a United States Marine veteran, speaker, entrepreneur, ultra runner and author. He served in Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom and was later diagnosed with post traumatic stress disorder. He is currently training for a never before accomplished, solo, 2700km, 110 day expedition in Antarctica. LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO deltaG: deltagketones.com - IG: @deltag.ketones HPO Sponsors: zachbitter.com/hposponsors Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo Zach’s Coaching: zachbitt...
Episode 376: Jeremy Miller - Rise Of The Hybrid Athlete
November 29, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 105 MBJeremy Miller is a hybrid athlete, co-owner of Switchback, and host of the Jeremy Miller Podcast. He joined the show to chat about how he began incorporating running into his fitness goals, and what led him to dipping his toe into the ultra world. Jeremy is aiming to parlay his build up and race at the Chicago Marathon into his first flat 100km at the Brazos Bend 100km this December. LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO deltaG: deltagketones.com - IG: @deltag.ketones HPO Sponsors: zachbitter.com/hp...
Episode 375: Elov Olsson - Tunnel Hill 100 Mile Record
November 22, 2023 17:36 - 1 hour - 67.5 MBElov Olsson is a Swedish ultramarathon runner, who has spent his career targeting both flat runnable surfaces, as well as mountain courses. He recently raced the Tunnel Hill 100 Mile, where he broke the course record with a time of 11 hours 26 minutes 19 seconds, placing him amongst the fastest 100 mile performances of all time. LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO deltaG: deltagketones.com - IG: @deltag.ketones HPO Sponsors: zachbitter.com/hposponsors Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo Zach’s C...
Episode 374: Dr. David Heitmann - Couch To 100 Mile
November 14, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 71 MBDr. Dave will be challenging himself to complete the Javelina 100 mile in 2024, going from the couch to the 100 mile distance in a years time. Dave has an extensive background as a medical director, treating thousands of patients, including: Olympians, National Champions, sports teams, and professionals. After losing his own health in the pursuit of helping others find theirs, Dave and his family embarked on a wild journey that included living in a bus, working on organic farms, traveling th...
Episode 373: Javelina 100 Mile Race Recap
November 07, 2023 07:00 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MBNicole joined for this episode as we recap my race at this year's Javlina 100 Mile where I completed the five loop course in 13 hours 34 minutes 08 seconds for fifth overall. LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO deltaG: deltagketones.com - IG: @deltag.ketones HPO Sponsors: zachbitter.com/hposponsors Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo Articles mentioned in this episode: The Javelina 100 Mile & Fueling Javelina 100 Mile Nicole: @nkbitter Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter Sub...
Episode 372: Javelina 100 - Reflecting On Build UP
October 25, 2023 06:00 - 44 minutes - 58.3 MBFor this episode, I reflect on the training build up leading into the 2023 Javelina 100 Mile. LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO deltaG: deltagketones.com - IG: @deltag.ketones HPO Sponsors: zachbitter.com/hposponsors Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo Zach’s Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching Zach’s Newsletter: substack.com/@zachbitter Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter Substack: zachbitter.substack.com FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter TikTok: @zachbitter Threads: @z...
Episode 371: Nick Norwitz, PhD - Keto Advocacy Gone Too Far?
October 20, 2023 17:11 - 1 hour - 74.2 MBDr. Nicholas Norwitz obtained his PhD in ketogenic metabolism and neurodegenerative diseases at Oxford University and is now working towards his MD at Harvard Medical School. Nick follows a ketogenic diet, and has been heavily involved in research and the public conversation around proper application of low carbohydrate/ketogenic ways of eating. For this episode, we address the question of how far is too far when it comes to advocating for this way of eating. As low carb and ketogenic die...
Episode 370: Dr. David Saenger - Cardiovascular Health & Endurance Training
October 12, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 69 MBDr. David Saenger is a cardiologist, ultramarathon runner, and someone who practices intermittent fasting and a low carbohydrate approach with his nutrition. He joined the show to discuss cardiovascular health and complications related to endurance training. Studies Mentioned: Clarke, P. M., Walter, S. J., Hayen, A., Mallon, W. J., Heijmans, J., & Studdert, D. M. (2012). “Survival of the fittest: Retrospective cohort study of the longevity of Olympic medallists in the modern era.” BM...
Episode 369: Speed Work Distribution & Double Threshold Sessions
October 10, 2023 06:00 - 33 minutes - 31 MBFor this episode I outline how I like to position speed work in a training build up. I also touch on the double threshold training model, and if you should consider incorporating it into your endurance training. LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO deltaG: deltagketones.com - IG: @deltag.ketones HPO Sponsors: zachbitter.com/hposponsors Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo Zach’s Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching Zach’s Newsletter: substack.com/@zachbitter Podcast Episodes Mentioned: Episode ...
Episode 368: Kristian Morgan Breaks 2,200 Mile Appalachian Trail Record
October 03, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 76.9 MBKristian Morgan is an ultramarathon athlete who focuses on long trail projects. He currently holds the second fastest completion of the Appalachian Trail, which he completed in 44 days 4 hours 54 minutes. Kristian Morgan has set a new Fastest Known Time (FKT) (supported) Southbound on the Appalachian Trail, completing the 2,200 miles in 45 days, 4 hours and 27 minutes. LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO deltaG: deltagketones.com - IG: @deltag.ketones HPO Sponsors: zachbitter.com/hposponsors Sup...
Episode 367: Andrea Love, PhD - Alt-Diets To Cult Diets
September 26, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 80.1 MBDr. Andrea Love is an Immunologist and co-host of Unbiased Science Podcast. She is also the Director of the American Lyme Disease Foundation (ALDF). For this episode, she joined the show to talk about how alternative dietary approaches often reach a point where they become ideological and "cult like" versus simply being an alternative approach. Episode Details: zachbitter.com/hpo-episode-367 LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO deltaG: deltagketones.com - IG: @deltag.ketones HPO Sponsors: zachbi...
Episode 366: Race Course Specific Training
September 15, 2023 10:00 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MBThis episode looks at how important race course specificity is relative to other aspects of your training, and how this may vary depending on where you are in training, lifestyle, and degree of course uniqueness. LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO deltaG: deltagketones.com - IG: @deltag.ketones HPO Sponsors: zachbitter.com/hposponsors Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo Zach’s Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching Zach’s Newsletter: substack.com/@zachbitter Podcast Episodes Mentioned: Episode...
Episode 365: Brad Stulberg - Master Of Change
September 08, 2023 14:40 - 59 minutes - 68.2 MBBrad Stulberg researches, writes, and coaches on health, well-being, and sustainable excellence. He is the bestselling author of The Practice of Groundedness and co-author of Peak Performance. Stulberg regularly contributes to the New York Times, and his work has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, The New Yorker, Sports Illustrated, Outside Magazine, Forbes, and other outlets. He also serves as the co-host of The Growth Equation podcast and is on fa...
Episode 364: Andy Glaze - 100 Mile Week Streak
August 23, 2023 22:35 - 1 hour - 100 MBAndy Glaze is an avid ultramarathon runner and Fire Chief. For 180 weeks and counting, he has ran at least 100 miles. This includes many 200+ mile weeks, including one where he completed a 100 mile race and a 250 mile race with only one day in between. LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO deltaG: deltagketones.com - IG: @deltag.ketones HPO Sponsors: https://zachbitter.com/hposponsors Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo Zach’s Coaching: https://zachbitter.com/coaching Andy: IG: @amglaze TikTok: ...
Episode 363: Mental Training For Endurance
August 14, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes - 35.4 MBFor this episode, I examine ways you can practice the mental side of racing in your training and daily life. LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO deltaG: deltagketones.com - IG: @deltag.ketones HPO Sponsors: https://zachbitter.com/hposponsors Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo Zach’s Coaching: https://zachbitter.com/coaching Podcast Episodes Mentioned: Episode 337: The Long Run Considering the Variables Episode 344: Endurance Training Simplified - Episode 346: Short Intervals Simplifie...
Episode 362: Low Carb Endurance - Debbie Potts
August 09, 2023 23:56 - 1 hour - 84.6 MBDebbie Potts joined the show to discuss some topics around low carbohydrate endurance training and fueling. Debbie Potts has been a podcast host for over ten years and currently is the host of ‘The Low Carb Athlete Podcast’ show and YouTube channel where she interviews experts and shares her experiments. She has been a top age group triathlete and runner as well as a 15 Ironman finisher, 5 times Ironman Hawaii World Championship qualifier and multiple Boston Marathon qualifier. Topics Disc...
Episode 361: Race Intensity Simplified
August 03, 2023 19:33 - 37 minutes - 43.2 MBFor this episode, I describe how to go about approaching race intensity when setting up your running program. This may help better understand perceived effort, and create an understanding that will allow for building in more variables to future training sessions. LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO deltaG: deltagketones.com - IG: @deltag.ketones HPO Sponsors: https://zachbitter.com/hposponsors Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo Zach’s Coaching: https://zachbitter.com/coaching Zach: zachbitter....
Episode 360: Arlen Glick - Ultramarathon Runner
July 28, 2023 17:44 - 1 hour - 65.2 MBArlen Glick is an ultramarathon runner who specializes in the 100 mile distance. He popped onto the scene when he went on a streak of frequent racing and podium finishes near his home in Ohio. He then headed West and performed well on some big stages, including the Javelina 100 and WSER 100. Arlen is one of nine siblings, doesn't believe in social media, and has a unique approach to ultramarathon. Topics included: Arlen's start to running and ultramarathon Arlen's approach to racing, a...
Episode 359: Recovering From Sacral Stress Fracture
July 19, 2023 19:22 - 36 minutes - 43 MBFor this episode, I outline how I found myself in a situation where I had to take some time off from running in order to allow a right sacral stress fracture heal. I outline how I discovered it, what I did to heal it, and what I aim to do differently in order to avoid future issues. LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO deltaG: deltagketones.com - IG: @deltag.ketones HPO Sponsors: https://zachbitter.com/hposponsors Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo Zach’s Coaching: https://zachbitter.com/coachin...
Episode 358: Andy Blow - All Things Hydration
July 07, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 87.4 MBAndy Blow is a Sports Scientist with a degree in Sports and Exercise Science from the University of Bath. An expert in sweat, dehydration and cramping, Andy previously worked as the Team Sports Scientist for the Benetton and Renault Formula 1 teams, and remains an adviser to the Porsche Human Performance Centre. An elite level triathlete in his younger days, Andy has finished in the top-10 of Ironman and IM 70.3 races, as well as winning an Xterra World title. HPO Sponsors: zachbitter.co...
Episode 357: My Nutrition Approach
June 30, 2023 19:51 - 27 minutes - 31.1 MBThis episode is an overview of how I structured my nutrition during the different phases of training. Included is how I structure things to accommodate varying energy outputs, micronutrient needs, and deciding what inputs make them up. deltaG: deltagketones.com IG: @deltag.ketones LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO HPO Sponsors: zachbitter.com/hposponsors Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo HPO Patreon: patreon.com/HPOpodcast Zach’s Training Plans: zachbitter.com/training-plans Zach: zachbit...
Episode 356: Easy Run Simplified
June 22, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes - 35.2 MBFor this episode, I describe a simple way to implement easy runs into your training without overcomplicating things. This may help better understand perceived effort, and create an understanding that will allow for building in more variables to future training sessions. deltaG: deltagketones.com LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO HPO Sponsors: zachbitter.com/hposponsors Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo HPO Patreon: patreon.com/HPOpodcast Zach’s Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching Zach: zac...
Episode 355: Paths To Western States 100
June 20, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 73.7 MBCallie Vinsonn, Scott Traer, and Nicole Bitter joined the show to share their experience getting into WSER, preparing, strategies and expectations for themselves and each other. deltaG: deltagketones.com LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO HPO Sponsors: zachbitter.com/hposponsors Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo HPO Patreon: patreon.com/HPOpodcast Zach’s Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching Callie: IG: @callievinsonn Scott: runfastah.com IG: @runfastah Nicole: IG: @nkbitter Zach: zachb...
Episode 354: Seed Oils Though
June 16, 2023 21:11 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBSeed oils have gotten a lot of negative attention. Is the criticism warranted? This is an introduction episode for some future dives into the topic of seed oils and their role in the human diet. A Comprehension Rebuttal to Seed Oil Sophistry Debate: Seed Oils And Heart Disease With Tucker Goodrich and Matthew Nagra, ND Zach’s Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zbitterendurance TikTok: @zachbitt...
Episode 353: Andrew Koutnik, PhD - Low Carb Health & Performance
June 07, 2023 20:10 - 1 hour - 130 MBAndrew Koutnik, PhD joins the show to discuss two topics in detail. The emerging evidence around and against low carbohydrate approaches for exercise performance, most specifically endurance exercise, and weighing the health implications of both high and low carbohydrate diets in the context of exercise, most specifically around glucose and lipid control. LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO deltaG: deltagketones.com IG: @deltag.ketones Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo HPO Patreon: patreon.com/H...
Episode 352: Proper Aid Station Navigation
June 01, 2023 15:59 - 29 minutes - 33.5 MBThis episode dives into endurance event aid stations. It looks at the planning process, and actual execution of properly using and efficiently moving through aid stations. Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo HPO Patreon: patreon.com/HPOpodcast LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO deltaG: deltagketones.com IG: @deltag.ketones Zach’s Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zbitterendurance TikTok: @zachbitter Strava: Zach Bitter
Episode 351: Exogenous Ketones & Performance - Brian McMahon
May 23, 2023 16:29 - 1 hour - 84 MBBrian McMahon works alongside Professor Kieran Clarke, who has been a critical part of exogenous ketone research and formulation. Together with their team at deltaG they have produced 50+ published studies and are part of 20+ ongoing studies. This includes two very recent studies that explored exogenous ketone relationship with increasing natural levels of EPO, as well as increasing circulating dopamine concentration, improving mental alertness, and improving post exercise inflammation in ...
Episode 350: Historic Comeback At The Cocodona 250 Mile - Mike McKnight
May 18, 2023 17:21 - 1 hour - 87.8 MBMike McKnight is an ultramarathon athlete and coach. He returns for the fourth time to discuss his historic win at the Cocodona 250 Mile. After finding himself in 73rd place, Mike rallied through the field to take the win, fueling mostly on raw milk. LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO deltaG: deltagketones.com Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo HPO Patreon: patreon.com/HPOpodcast Exogenous ketosis increases circulating dopamine concentration and maintains mental alertness in ultra-enduranc...
Episode 349: Keto Without The Crazy - Amy Berger
May 05, 2023 13:59 - 1 hour - 64 MBAmy Berger returns to share her approach to helping people manage keto and low carbohydrate diets. Amy has a Master's Degree in Human Nutrition from the University of Bridgeport, a Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS), and certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner. Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo HPO Patreon: patreon.com/HPOpodcast LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO Zach’s Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching Amy: stallslayer.com IG: @tuitnutrition Tw: @TuitNutrition YouTube: @amyberger-ket...
Episode 348: Long Intervals Simplified
April 28, 2023 15:38 - 27 minutes - 31 MBFor this episode, I describe a simple way to implement long intervals into your training without overcomplicating things. This may help better understand perceived effort, and create an understanding that will allow for building in more variables to future long interval sessions. LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO HPO Sponsors: zachbitter.com/hposponsors Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo HPO Patreon: patreon.com/HPOpodcast Zach’s Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @...
Episode 347: Low Carb Endurance - Dr. Dan Plews
April 12, 2023 14:51 - 1 hour - 74.1 MBDr. Dan Plews is an Applied Sports Scientist (PhD Exercise Physiology), researcher, and endurance coach. He has competed at a high level in triathlon, including an age group record at Kona. He has worked with numerous world and Olympic class athletes in the sports of rowing, kayak, and triathlon. He employs a low carbohydrate approach to his own training and racing, and with some of his coaching clients. Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo HPO Patreon: patreon.com/HPOpodcast Dan: endureiq...
Episode 346: Short Intervals Simplified
April 06, 2023 16:50 - 23 minutes - 27.2 MBFor this episode, I describe a simple way to implement short intervals into your training without overcomplicating things. This may help better understand perceived effort, and create an understanding that will allow for building in more variables to future short interval sessions. Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo HPO Patreon: patreon.com/HPOpodcast Zach’s Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zbitterenduran...
Episode 345: 2x Barkley Marathons Finisher - John Kelly
March 28, 2023 18:22 - 1 hour - 76.2 MBJohn Kelly is an ultramarathon athlete, Chief Technology Officer of Envelop Risk, holds a PhD in electrical engineering and machine learning from Carnegie Mellon, and is a father of four. Barkley Marathons is considered by many one of the hardest endurance events to complete, with only 17 total finishers and 21 total finishes in it's history. LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo HPO Patreon: patreon.com/HPOpodcast Zach’s Coaching: https://zachbitter.com/coaching ...
Episode 344: Endurance Training Simplified
March 24, 2023 20:33 - 52 minutes - 47.9 MBThere are a lot of ways to prepare for endurance events, and countless ways to structure workouts. For this episode, I scaled it all way down to five core intensities to work on to prepare for your next event if you are looking to get back to the basics and simplify your training, and better understand targeting different intensities in training. From here, you can add as you see fit! LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo HPO Patreon: patreon.com/HPOpodcast Zach’s ...
Episode 343: How To Win The WSER 100 Mile - Pam Smith
March 21, 2023 18:20 - 1 hour - 74.5 MBPam Smith returns for part two to educate me and Nicole on how she went from finishing in the back of the field at the 2012 Western States Endurance Run to winning it in 2013. She also became one of very few women in history to finish in the top 10 overall at WSER. LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo HPO Patreon: patreon.com/HPOpodcast Talk To Zach: zachbitterconsultation.as.me/schedule.php Pam: IG: @rundoctor74 Nicole: IG: @nkbitter FB: facebook.com/nicole...
Episode 342: Ultramarathon Legend - Pam Smith
March 14, 2023 19:07 - 1 hour - 67.3 MBThis is part one of two episodes with Pam Smith. Pam put together what many consider one of the best build ups and race execution at the 2013 Western States Endurance Run. Nicole and I will be interviewing her in part two, specifically on this topic. For this episode, I dive into all sorts of ultramarathon topics with Pam Smith, including: her massive range within the sport, her fueling strategy, stories of overcoming mental and physical hurdles, managing career and family while training and...
Episode 341: New Study Questions Low Carbohydrate Performance Deficit
March 08, 2023 17:44 - 40 minutes - 46 MBA new study looks at how a low carbohydrate diet impacts higher intensity endurance training. Let's take a look! LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo HPO Patreon: patreon.com/HPOpodcast Zach’s Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching Full Study: https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnut.2023.1084021/full Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter
Episode 340: 6-Steps To Grow As A Runner - Duane Scotti, PT, DPT, PhD
February 28, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 87.3 MBDr. Duane Scotti, DPT, PhD, OCS is a running physical therapist, run coach, host of the Healthy Runner podcast, and founder of Spark Healthy Runner and has been a leader in the rehab and running community for 20+ years. For this episode, we unpack his six steps to grow as a runner, which includes: mindset, strength training, run plan, nutrition, recovery, and race strategy. Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo HPO Patreon: patreon.com/HPOpodcast Zach’s Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching L...
Episode 339: Time Restricted Eating & Performance
February 23, 2023 19:36 - 41 minutes - 47.4 MBFor this topic based episode, I look into time restricted eating and how it relates to performance, mainly in relation to endurance, and weight management. Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo HPO Patreon: patreon.com/HPOpodcast Zach’s Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter Effects of fasted vs fed-state exercise on performance and post-exercise metabolism: A systematic re...
Episode 338: Appalachian Trail Record Attempts - Kristian Morgan
February 17, 2023 22:12 - 1 hour - 79.9 MBKristian Morgan is an ultramarathon athlete who focuses on long trail projects. He currently holds the second fastest completion of the Appalachian Trail, which he completed in 44 days 4 hours 54 minutes. Kristian is currently gearing up for another attempt. LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO HPO Sponsors: zachbitter.com/hposponsors Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo HPO Patreon: patreon.com/HPOpodcast Zach’s Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching Kristian: kristianultra.com IG: @ultrarunningcoach...
Episode 337: The Long Run - Considering The Variables
February 15, 2023 18:38 - 32 minutes - 37.1 MBFor this topic based episode, I dive into what to consider when building out a long run. Points discussed: physiological benefits, endurance and stamina development, fueling and hydration practice, highs and lows during long sessions, race day pace development. Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo HPO Patreon: patreon.com/HPOpodcast Zach’s Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter