Human Performance Outliers Podcast with Zach Bitter

Zach and Nicole share some advice around what to consider when doing training races during your primary race training. SFuels: sfuelsgolonger.com code: BITTER5 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 Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching Zach's Newsletter: substack.com/@zachbitter Nicole: IG: @nkbitter Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter X/Tw: @zbitter Substack: zachbitter.substack.com FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter TikTok: @zachbitter

Vinny Crispino founded Pain Academy after breaking his back while surfing. As a former D1 Swimmer, he didn't want to accept defeat and began a journey to fix his issues. Vinny shares his journey and how he has helped people who don't move like they used to and struggle with chronic pain, nagging injuries, or other movement issues. We also dive into the mental aspect of running an ultramarathon. SFuels: sfuelsgolonger.com code: BITTER5 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 Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching Zach's Newsletter: substack.com/@zachbitter Vinny: painacademy.net IG: @painacademy Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter Substack: zachbitter.substack.com FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter TikTok: @zachbitter Threads: @zachbitter

This episode is part of a series where Nicole will be interviewing a guest. The topic of this series is centered around individuals excelling in sport while maintaining a highly demanding career. Sabrina Little is a Philosophy PhD and assistant professor, mother, and has participated on five national teams ranging from 100km to 24 hours. Sabrina recently published a book titled, "The Examined Run." SFuels: sfuelsgolonger.com code: HPOPRO20 (20% off protein products through March 31st), BITTER5 (5% off any order) 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 Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching Zach's Newsletter: substack.com/@zachbitter Find Nicole: IG: @nkbitter Find Sabrina: https://sabrinalittle.com - IG: @sabrinablittle - X/Tw: @sabrinablittle - Book Updates: website - IG: @hoppodcast

Dr. 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 the country before ultimately landing them in Austin, Texas. SFuels: sfuelsgolonger.com 20% Off Protein code: HPOPRO20 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: zachbitter.com/coaching Dave: mindofdave.com - IG: @mindofdave - YT: @mindofdaveMOD Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter X: @zbitter Substack: zachbitter.substack.com FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter TikTok: @zachbitter Threads: @zachbitter

Rory 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, training insight, fueling and hydration targets, why some athletes favor certain super shoes, and much more! SFuels: sfuelsgolonger.com code: BITTER5 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 Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching Zach's Newsletter: substack.com/@zachbitter Rory: World Athletics Profile - IG: @rory_linkletter - X: @ThePapaLinks YT: @LinkletterRory Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter Substack: zachbitter.substack.com FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter TikTok: @zachbitter Threads: @zachbitter

Hayden 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 Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching Zach's Newsletter: substack.com/@zachbitter Hayden: hawksrunning.com - IG: @hawks_hayden Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter Substack: zachbitter.substack.com FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter TikTok: @zachbitter Threads: @zachbitter

Brady 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: sfuelsgolonger.com Free Train Product: 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 Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching Zach's Newsletter: substack.com/@zachbitter Find Brady: physiologicallyspeaking.com - X/Twitter: @B_Holmer - IG: @brady.j.holmer - Book: VO2 Max Essentials Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter Substack: zachbitter.substack.com FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter TikTok: @zachbitter Threads: @zachbitter

This 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 runs in unforgettable places, and to accommodate all levels. 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 HPO Website: zachbitter.com/hpo Zach's Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching Zach's Newsletter: substack.com/@zachbitter Find Nicole: IG: @nkbitter Find Allison: roguexpeditions.com IG: @allison_wanders Find Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter Substack: zachbitter.substack.com FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter TikTok: @zachbitter Threads: @zachbitter

Brendan 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: deltagketones.com - IG: @deltag.ketones Code: BITTER20 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: @zachbitter

Dr. 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: zachbitter.com/coaching Find Mike: miketnelson.com & flexdiet.com - IG: @drmiketnelson - Tw: @MikeTNelson - FB: @drmiketnelson Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter Substack: zachbitter.substack.com FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter TikTok: @zachbitter Threads: @zachbitter Check Out My Endurance Series: Episode 337: The Long Run Considering the Variables Episode 344: Endurance Training Simplified Episode 346: Short Intervals Simplified Episode 348: Long Intervals Simplified Episode 352: Proper Aid Station Navigation Episode 356: Easy Run - Simplified Episode 363: Mental Training For Endurance Episode 366: Race Course Specific Training Episode 369: Speed Work Distribution & Double Threshold Sessions

Jonathan 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 Sponsors: zachbitter.com/hposponsors Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo Zach's Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching Zach's Newsletter: substack.com/@zachbitter Jonathan: forthelong.run IG: @jwlevitt X: @JWLevitt Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter Substack: zachbitter.substack.com FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter TikTok: @zachbitter Threads: @zachbitter

Brian 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.com/@zachbitter Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter Substack: zachbitter.substack.com FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter TikTok: @zachbitter Threads: @zachbitter Brian: payaraflyfishing.com - IG: @brian_altra & @ultraflyfishing Endurance Training Series: Episode 337: The Long Run Considering the Variables Episode 344: Endurance Training Simplified Episode 346: Short Intervals Simplified Episode 348: Long Intervals Simplified Episode 352: Proper Aid Station Navigation Episode 356: Easy Run - Simplified Episode 363: Mental Training For Endurance Episode 366: Race Course Specific Training Episode 369: Speed Work Distribution & Double Threshold Sessions

Akshay 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: zachbitter.com/coaching Zach's Newsletter: substack.com/@zachbitter https://bliss.fearvana.com/greatsoulcrossing Akshay: fearvana.com IG: @fearvana Tw: @fearvanalife FB: @AkshayNanavatiFan YouTube: youtube.com/c/fearvana

Jeremy 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/hposponsors Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo Zach's Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching Zach's Newsletter: substack.com/@zachbitter Jeremy: jeremymiller.io/ - IG: @jeremymille.r - Podcast Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter Substack: zachbitter.substack.com FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter TikTok: @zachbitter Threads: @zachbitter Podcast Episodes Mentioned: Episode 337: The Long Run Considering the Variables Episode 344: Endurance Training Simplified Episode 346: Short Intervals Simplified Episode 348: Long Intervals Simplified Episode 352: Proper Aid Station Navigation Episode 356: Easy Run - Simplified Episode 363: Mental Training For Endurance Episode 366: Race Course Specific Training Episode 369: Speed Work Distribution & Double Threshold Sessions

Elov 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 Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching Zach's Newsletter: substack.com/@zachbitter Elov: IG: @elovolsson - Strava: strava.com/pros/16646504 Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter Substack: zachbitter.substack.com FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter TikTok: @zachbitter Threads: @zachbitter Podcast Episodes Mentioned: Episode 337: The Long Run Considering the Variables Episode 344: Endurance Training Simplified Episode 346: Short Intervals Simplified Episode 348: Long Intervals Simplified Episode 352: Proper Aid Station Navigation Episode 356: Easy Run - Simplified Episode 363: Mental Training For Endurance Episode 366: Race Course Specific Training Episode 369: Speed Work Distribution & Double Threshold Sessions

Dr. 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 the country before ultimately landing them in Austin, Texas. 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 Dave: mindofdave.com - IG: @mindofdave - YT: @mindofdaveMOD Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter Substack: zachbitter.substack.com FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter TikTok: @zachbitter Threads: @zachbitter

Nicole 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 Substack: zachbitter.substack.com FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter TikTok: @zachbitter Threads: @zachbitter

For 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: @zachbitter

Dr. 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 diets become more popular, what responsibility do advocates have when speaking to the application of these dietary protocols. 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 Nick: newmediketo.com Tw: @nicknorwitz Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter Substack: zachbitter.substack.com FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter TikTok: @zachbitter Threads: @zachbitter

Dr. 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." BMJ, 345 Antero J., Tanaka H., De Larochelambert Q., et al "Female and male US Olympic athletes live 5 years longer than their general population counterparts: a study of 8124 former US Olympians" British Journal of Sports Medicine 2021;55:206-212 Podcast Episodes Mentioned: Episode 337: The Long Run Considering the Variables Episode 344: Endurance Training Simplified Episode 346: Short Intervals Simplified Episode 348: Long Intervals Simplified Episode 352: Proper Aid Station Navigation Episode 356: Easy Run - Simplified Episode 363: Mental Training For Endurance Episode 366: Race Course Specific Training Episode 369: Speed Work Distribution & Double Threshold Sessions David: peacehealth.org/care-providers/david-r-saenger-md X/Twitter: @saenger_david Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter Substack: zachbitter.substack.com FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter TikTok: @zachbitter Threads: @zachbitter

For 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 337: The Long Run Considering the Variables Episode 344: Endurance Training Simplified Episode 346: Short Intervals Simplified Episode 348: Long Intervals Simplified Episode 352: Proper Aid Station Navigation Episode 356: Easy Run - Simplified Episode 363: Mental Training For Endurance Episode 366: Race Course Specific Training Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter Substack: zachbitter.substack.com FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter TikTok: @zachbitter Threads: @zachbitter

Kristian 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 Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo Zach's Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching Zach's Newsletter: substack.com/@zachbitter Kristian: kristianultra.com IG: @ultrarunningcoach Tw: @KristianUltra Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter Substack: zachbitter.substack.com FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter TikTok: @zachbitter Threads: @zachbitter

Dr. 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: zachbitter.com/hposponsors Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo Zach's Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching Zach's Newsletter: substack.com/@zachbitter Find Andrea: unbiasedscipod.com IG: @dr.andrealove Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter Substack: zachbitter.substack.com FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter TikTok: @zachbitter Threads: @zachbitter

This 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 344: Endurance Training Simplified Episode 346: Short Intervals Simplified Episode 348: Long Intervals Simplified Episode 356: Easy Run - Simplified Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter Substack: zachbitter.substack.com FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter TikTok: @zachbitter Threads: @zachbitter

Brad 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 faculty at the University of Michigan's Graduate School of Public Health. In his coaching practice, he works with executives, entrepreneurs, physicians, and athletes on their mental skills and overall well-being. 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 Threads: @zachbitter FB: @zbitterendurance TikTok: @zachbitter Strava: Zach Bitter Find Brad: bradstulberg.com IG: @bradstulberg Tw: @BStulberg

Andy 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: @glazeruns YouTube: @glazeruns Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter Threads: @zachbitter FB: @zbitterendurance TikTok: @zachbitter Strava: Zach Bitter

For 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 Simplified Episode 348: Long Intervals Simplified Episode 352: Proper Aid Station Navigation Episode 356: Easy Run - Simplified Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter Threads: @zachbitter FB: @zbitterendurance TikTok: @zachbitter Strava: Zach Bitter

Debbie 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 Discussed: Fasted and fed exercise Are carbs evil Strategic carbohydrate usage Nutritional ketosis and fat oxidation rates Carnivore diet and performance optimization Female and male variances 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.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter Threads: @zachbitter FB: @zbitterendurance TikTok: @zachbitter Strava: Zach Bitter

For 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.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter Threads: @zachbitter FB: @zbitterendurance TikTok: @zachbitter Strava: Zach Bitter Podcast Episodes Mentioned: Episode 337: The Long Run Considering the Variables Episode 344: Endurance Training Simplified - Episode 346: Short Intervals Simplified Episode 348: Long Intervals Simplified Episode 352: Proper Aid Station Navigation Episode 356: Easy Run - Simplified

Arlen 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, and specific targets Sponsorships and professionalism in ultramarathon Arlen's approach to training Close proximity of 100 mile races 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.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter Threads: @zachbitter FB: @zbitterendurance TikTok: @zachbitter Strava: Zach Bitter

For 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/coaching Study Referenced Podcast Episodes Mentioned: Episode 337: The Long Run Considering the Variables Episode 344: Endurance Training Simplified - Episode 346: Short Intervals Simplified Episode 348: Long Intervals Simplified Episode 352: Proper Aid Station Navigation Episode 356: Easy Run - Simplified Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter Threads: @zachbitter FB: @zbitterendurance TikTok: @zachbitter Strava: Zach Bitter

Andy 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.com/hposponsors LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO deltaG: deltagketones.com IG: @deltag.ketones Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo HPO Patreon: patreon.com/HPOpodcast Zach's Coaching: https://zachbitter.com/coaching Key blogs as discussed: How much dehydration can you tolerate: https://www.precisionhydration.com/performance-advice/hydration/how-much-dehydration-can-you-tolerate-before-your-performance-suffers/ Are you a salty sweater? https://www.precisionhydration.com/performance-advice/hydration/how-to-estimate-sweat-salt-loss/ How to measure sweat rate https://www.precisionhydration.com/performance-advice/hydration/how-to-measure-your-sweat-rate/ Book a free video call: https://www.precisionhydration.com/book-a-video-consultation/ Find a sweat test center: https://www.precisionhydration.com/sweat-testing/book-a-sweat-test/ Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zbitterendurance TikTok: @zachbitter Strava: Zach Bitter

This 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: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zbitterendurance TikTok: @zachbitter Strava: Zach Bitter

For 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: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zbitterendurance TikTok: @zachbitter Strava: Zach Bitter

Callie 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: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zbitterendurance TikTok: @zachbitter Strava: Zach Bitter

Seed 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: @zachbitter Strava: Zach Bitter

Andrew 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/HPOpodcast Zach's Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching Andrew: andrewkoutnik.com IG: @andrewkoutnikphd Tw: @AKoutnik YouTube: @andrewkoutnikphd Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zbitterendurance TikTok: @zachbitter Strava: Zach Bitter

This 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

Brian 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 endurance athletes. LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO deltaG: deltagketones.com | IG: @deltag.ketones 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 TikTok: @zachbitter Strava: Zach Bitter Brian: deltagketones.com IG: @deltag.ketones

Mike 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-endurance exercise Mike: lowcarb-runner.com IG: @thelowcarbrunner FB: Michael John McKnight Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zbitterendurance TikTok: @zachbitter Strava: Zach Bitter

Amy 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-ketowithoutthecrazy Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zbitterendurance TikTok: @zachbitter Strava: Zach Bitter

For 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: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zbitterendurance TikTok: @zachbitter Strava: Zach Bitter

Dr. 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.com IG: @theplews Tw: @theplews1 Zach's Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter

For 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: @zbitterendurance TikTok: @zachbitter Strava: Zach Bitter

John 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 John: randomforestrunner.com IG: @randomforestrunner Tw: @RndmForestRunnr FB: @RandomForestRunner Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter

There 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 Training Plans: zachbitter.com/training-plans Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter

Pam 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.kalogeropoulos Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter

This 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 racing, and how she manages heat. LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo HPO Patreon: patreon.com/HPOpodcast Zach's Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching Pam: IG: @rundoctor74 Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter

A 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

Dr. 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 LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO Duane: sparkhealthyrunner.com IG: @sparkhealthyrunner FB: HealthyRunnerGroup YouTube: youtube.com/c/sparkhealthyrunner Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter