Human Performance Outliers Podcast with Zach Bitter

Brodie has a bachelor of Health Science and Masters of Physiotherapy. He is the Founder of, The Run Smarter Series, and hosts the, Run Smarter Podcast. HPO Sponsor Discounts, Promos, & Links: zachbitter.com/hposponsors LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO InsideTracker: insidetracker.com promo code: HPOPRO25 Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Brodie: runsmarter.online IG: @runsmarterseries Tw: @BrodieSharpe FB: @TheRunSmarterPodcast Book: https://mailchi.mp/runsmarter/e-book-sign-up-vol-1-2

Mike is an ultramarathon athlete best known for winning many of the 200+ mile trail races that have grown in popularity. He holds the record for the, "Triple Crown of 200s." Show Sponsor: SFuels - sfuelsgolonger.com​ - promo code: ZACHB5 Zach's Training Plans: zachbitter.com/training-plans Support the show: patreon.com/HPOpodcast or https://zachbitter.com/hpo Zach: Web: zachbitter.com - IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Michelle: Links​ - IG: @runeatmeatrepeat - Tw: @michellehurnRD Mike: lowcarb-runner.com IG: @thelowcarbrunner FB: Michael John McKnight

Alex is an avid fitness enthusiast, with an extensive background in a variety of sports including MMA, Wrestling, Ultramarathon, Sailing, and Crossfit. He recently took on a challenge of seeing how long it would take to complete 1000 pull ups, 2000 push ups, 3000 squats all while wearing a 20lb weighted vest. Support HPO: patreon.com/HPOpodcast or https://zachbitter.com/hpo Sponsor Website: https://zachbitter.com/hposponsors LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO InsideTracker: insidetracker.com promo code: HPOPRO25 Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Ryan: wischfit.com IG: @wisch.fit FB: @WischFit

Chris took control of his life by dropping 80lbs, finding his rhythm with strength and endurance training, and beating cancer. Chris lays out his strategy and why consistency and individual sustainability have been keys to his success. Support: patreon.com/HPOpodcast or https://zachbitter.com/hpo InsideTracker: insidetracker.com promo code: HPOPRO25 BiOptimizers – bioptimizers.com/human promo: HUMAN10 Zach's Training Plans: zachbitter.com/training-plans Discounts on Zach's "gear of choice" here: zachbitter.com/mygear and/or linktr.ee/zachbitter Show updates & links: Web: zachbitter.com - IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Chris: biggestcomeback.com IG: @biggest_comeback Tw: @BiggestComeback FB: @BiggestComeback Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/125e160fcaa2/on-the-other-side-is-greatness

Brady is pursuing his PhD in Applied Physiology at the University of Florida. His current research focus is on the impact of exercise and lifestyle factors on cardiovascular health and function. Episode Sponsor: Egg Weights – eggweights.com promo: Zach15 Zach's Training Plans: zachbitter.com/training-plans Support: patreon.com/HPOpodcast or ko-fi.com/zbhpo Show updates & links: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Brady: bradyholmer.com IG: @brady.j.holmer Tw: @B_Holmer FB: facebook.com/bholmer Podcast: Science & Chill

Ryan is a goal setter and self experimenter. He recently tested and documented a carnivore way of eating, as well as a plant based way of eating. He took notes and got labs along the way. Episode Sponsor: Egg Weights – eggweights.com promo: Zach15 Zach's Training Plans: https://zachbitter.com/training-plans Support: patreon.com/HPOpodcast or ko-fi.com/zbhpo Show updates & links: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Find Ryan: https://linktr.ee/ryandreyer IG: @dreyersheets21 Tw: @ryanvdreyer

Dean has been a big spokesperson and participant in the ultramarathon community. He shares his experiences over the years with Zach and Nicole. Episode Sponsor: BiOptimizers – bioptimizers.com/human promo: HUMAN10 Zach's Training Plans: zachbitter.com/training-plans Support: patreon.com/HPOpodcast or ko-fi.com/zbhpo Show updates & links: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Find Nicole: IG: @nkbitter FB: Nicole Bitter Find Dean: https://ultramarathonman.com IG: @ultramarathon Tw: @DeanKarnazes FB: @deankarnazes

Dr. Shebani Sethi is a Stanford and Duke trained double board-certified physician in Obesity Medicine and Psychiatry. She is the Founding Director of Stanford University's Metabolic Psychiatry program and Silicon Valley Metabolic Psychiatry, a new center in the San Francisco Bay Area focused on optimizing brain health by integrating low carb nutrition, comprehensive psychiatric care, and treatment of obesity with associated metabolic disease. Show Sponsor: SFuels - sfuelsgolonger.com​ - promo code: ZACHB5 Support: patreon.com/HPOpodcast or ko-fi.com/zbhpo Show updates & links: Web: zachbitter.com - IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Find Michelle: Links​ - IG: @runeatmeatrepeat - Tw: @michellehurnRD Find Dr. Sethi: Linkedin: drsethidalai - Tw: @ShebaniMD - Web: siliconvalleypsychiatry.com & med.stanford.edu/psychiatry/patient_care/metabolic.html Current Clinical Trial Recruiting at Stanford: https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT03935854

Dave is the RD of one of the biggest races in the World, the Boston Marathon. He is a philanthropist with numerous endurance feats to his name; including single and multi-day ultramarathons. Episode Sponsor: Egg Weights – eggweights.com promo: Zach15 Zach's Training Plans: zachbitter.com/training-plans Support: patreon.com/HPOpodcast or ko-fi.com/zbhpo Show updates & links: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Find Dave: dmsesports.com/dave-mcgillivray IG: @dmsesports Tw: @DMSESports FB: @DMSESports

Michele Graglia is a former international model turned ultrarunner. He has won the Badwater 135 and completed the fastest crossing of the Atacama Desert. Support the show: https://patreon.com/HPOpodcast or https://paypal.me/hpopod Episode Sponsor: Egg Weights – eggweights.com promo: Zach15 Discounts on Zach's "gear of choice" here: zachbitter.com/mygear and/or linktr.ee/zachbitter Show updates & links: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Find Michele: michelegraglia.com IG: @mickeygraglia Tw: @MickeyGraglia FB: @MicheleGragliaUltra

Cinder Wolff crewed for both Pete Kostelnick and Sandy Ann VI-Burruss, the men's and women's Transcontinental Run record holders. She joins the show to share what she learned helping them go from coast to coast in record time. Episode Sponsor: BiOptimizers – bioptimizers.com/human promo: HUMAN10 Support the show: patreon.com/HPOpodcast or paypal.me/hpopod Discounts on Zach's "gear of choice" here: zachbitter.com/mygear and/or linktr.ee/zachbitter Show updates & links: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Zach's Training Plans: zachbitter.com/training-plans

Nevada is a pharmacist and registered nurse. After suffering a partial spinal cord injury in 2016, Nevada utilized the ketogenic diet and became a NASM certified personal trainer during her 2 year recovery. Now, she is ready to take on the marathon! Episode Sponsor: EggWeights – eggweights.com promo: Zach15 Zach's Training Plans: zachbitter.com/training-plans Support the show: patreon.com/HPOpodcast or paypal.me/hpopod Show updates & links: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Nevada: thepaleopharmacist.com IG: @thepaleopharmacist Tw: @PharmacistPaleo

Live stream highlighting Zach's training and nutrition for week four of Zach's Transcontinental Run from San Fran to NYC this Fall. Support the show: https://patreon.com/HPOpodcast or https://paypal.me/hpopod Show updates & links: Web: https://zachbitter.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/zachbitter Tw: https://twitter.com/zbitter FB: https://www.facebook.com/zach.bitter Zach's Training Plans: https://zachbitter.com/training-plans Discounts on Zach's "gear of choice" here: https://zachbitter.com/mygear and/or https://linktr.ee/zachbitter

Dr. Lyon received her doctorate in osteopathic medicine from the Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine and is board-certified in family medicine. She now works with clients on muscle centric medicine. Sponsor: sfuelsgolonger.com promo: ZACH5 Zach's Training Plans: https://zachbitter.com/training-plans Discounts on Zach's "gear of choice" here: https://zachbitter.com/mygear and/or https://linktr.ee/zachbitter Show updates & links: Web: zachbitter.com - IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Find Michelle: Links​ - IG: @runeatmeatrepeat - Tw: @michellehurnRD Find Dr. Lyon: Web: drgabriellelyon.com - IG: @drgabriellelyon - FB: @doctorgabriellelyon - YouTube: Dr. Gabrielle Lyon

This episode is from the HPO live stream highlighting Zach's training and nutrition from the previous week during his build up for the Transcontinental Run from San Fran to NYC this Fall. Support the show: https://patreon.com/HPOpodcast or https://paypal.me/hpopod Show updates & links: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Zach's Training Plans: zachbitter.com/training-plans Discounts on Zach's "gear of choice" here: zachbitter.com/mygear and/or linktr.ee/zachbitter

Dr. David Meyer is a Sports Physical Therapist and Mental Performance Coach. David is a former Major League baseball Rehab Coordinator, and has now integrated the mental side into physical rehabilitation. Episode Sponsor: BiOptimizers – https://magbreakthrough.com/human promo: HUMAN10 Show updates & links: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Discounts on Zach's "gear of choice" here: https://zachbitter.com/mygear and/or https://linktr.ee/zachbitter David: injuredtoelite.com IG: @davemmeyer

Ray Zahab is a Canadian Explorer, ultra distance runner and Founder of non-profit impossible2Possible. He specializes in exploration in extreme environments, including running across the Sahara Desert. Episode Sponsor: BiOptimizers – https://magbreakthrough.com/human promo: HUMAN10 Show updates & links: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Discounts on Zach's "gear of choice" here: https://zachbitter.com/mygear and/or https://linktr.ee/zachbitter Find Ray: Web: rayzahab.com - IG: @rayzahab - Tw: @RayZahab - FB: @ray.zahab

Zach's training and nutrition from week 1 of his build up for the Transcontinental Run from San Fran to NYC this Fall. Support the show: patreon.com/HPOpodcast or paypal.me/hpopod Show updates & links: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Zach's Training Plans: zachbitter.com/training-plans Discounts on Zach's "gear of choice" here: zachbitter.com/mygear and/or linktr.ee/zachbitter

Dani suffered from Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). After many attempts to manage it, she found success through diet. She now helps people as a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner. Support the show: patreon.com/HPOpodcast or paypal.me/hpopod Show Sponsor: SFuels - sfuelsgolonger.com​ - promo code: ZACHB5 Zach's Training Plans: zachbitter.com/training-plans Show updates & links: Web: zachbitter.com - IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Find Michelle: Links​ - IG: @runeatmeatrepeat - Tw: @michellehurnRD Find Dani: Web: daniellehamiltonhealth.com - IG: @daniellehamiltionhealth - Tw: @DaniHamiltonNTP - FB: @daniellehamiltonhealth

Pete has the World Record for the Transcontinental Run (San Fran - NYC), and has averaged over 50 miles per day, self supported, from Kenai Alaska to Key West Florida (Ke2Key), which is a 5300 mile journey. Support the show: patreon.com/HPOpodcast or paypal.me/hpopod Zach's Training Plans: zachbitter.com/training-plans Discounts on Zach's "gear of choice" here: https://zachbitter.com/mygear and/or https://linktr.ee/zachbitter Show updates & links: Web: zachbitter.com - IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Pete: Web: petesfeetaa.com - IG: @petekostelnick - FB: @petesfeetaa

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. Episode Sponsor: BiOptimizers – bioptimizers.com/human promo: HUMAN10 Zach's Training Plans: https://zachbitter.com/training-plans Show updates & links: zachbitter.com - IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Find Mike: miketnelson.com & flexdiet.com - IG: @drmiketnelson - Tw: @MikeTNelson - FB: @drmiketnelson

Topics: New 100 mile and 12 hour World Records by Aleksandr Sorokin, Zach's race at the 100 mile road championships, training, nutrition, race strategy, during and post race nutrition, and recovery. Support the show: https://patreon.com/HPOpodcast or https://paypal.me/hpopod Zach's Training Plans: zachbitter.com/training-plans Discounts on Zach's "gear of choice" here: https://zachbitter.com/mygear and/or https://linktr.ee/zachbitter Show updates & links: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter

This is the third of a series of eight episodes that will focus on applications of a ketogenic low carbohydrate diet. Joining me will be Michelle Hurn, RD LD, author of, "The Dietitian's Dilemma," and a series of professionals to help us navigate a specific topic. Dr. Ted Naiman authored The P:E Diet and is a Board-Certified Family Medicine Physician in Seattle. Support the show: patreon.com/HPOpodcast or paypal.me/hpopod Show Sponsor: SFuels - sfuelsgolonger.com​ - promo code: ZACHB5 Zach's Training Plans: zachbitter.com/training-plans Show updates & links: Web: zachbitter.com - IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Find Michelle - IG: @runeatmeatrepeat - Tw: @michellehurnRD - https://linktr.ee/Runeatmeatrepeat Find Ted - Web: https://pedietbook.com - IG: @tednaiman - Tw: @tednaiman - YouTube: @Ted Naiman ​

Matt owns and manages Pendola Training with a host of experience and certifications. He works primarily with endurance athletes with a focus on strength and conditioning. Support the show: patreon.com/HPOpodcast or paypal.me/hpopod Episode Sponsor: BiOptimizers – bioptimizers.com/human promo: HUMAN10 Discounts on Zach's "gear of choice" here: zachbitter.com/mygear and/or https://linktr.ee/zachbitter Zach's Training Plans: zachbitter.com/training-plans Show updates & links - IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Web: zachbitter.com Find Matt - IG: @pendolaproject - FB: @pendolaproject - Web: pendolatraining.com - YouTube: Pendola Project

Can you walk a 6-minute mile? Evan is a professional race walker, who placed 4th in the 50km Race Walk at the Rio Olympic Games in 2016 where he also set the Canadian Record for that distance. He earned bronze at the 2019 50km Race Walk World Championships, and holds the Canadian Record in the 10km. Support the show: https://patreon.com/HPOpodcast or https://paypal.me/hpopod Episode Sponsor: BiOptimizers – bioptimizers.com/human promo: HUMAN10 Zach's Training Plans: https://zachbitter.com/training-plans Discounts on Zach's "gear of choice" here: zachbitter.com/mygear and/or linktr.ee/zachbitter Show updates & links - IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Web: zachbitter.com Find Evan - IG: @evandunfee Tw: @EvanDunfee Web: dunfeewalks.com If you would like to contact the show, please send your emails to [email protected]

Dr. Hussey is a Chiropractor and Functional Medicine practitioner who is passionate about heart health. As a Type-1 Diabetic, and heart attack survivor, Dr. Hussey hopes to open the dialogue around heart health. Support the show: https://patreon.com/HPOpodcast or https://paypal.me/hpopod Episode Sponsor: LMNT - https://drinkLMNT.com/HPO Episode Sponsor: BiOptimizers – https://bioptimizers.com/human promo: HUMAN10 Show updates & links: Web: zachbitter.com - IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Find Stephen - IG: @drstephenhussey - Tw: @DrStephenHussey - FB: @DrStephenHussey - Web: https://resourceyourhealth.com

Brodie has a bachelor of Health Science and Masters of Physiotherapy. He is the Founder of, "The Run Smarter Series," and hosts the, "Run Smarter Podcast." Support the show: https://patreon.com/HPOpodcast or https://paypal.me/hpopod Episode Sponsor: BiOptimizers – www.bioptimizers.com/human promo: HUMAN10 Episode Sponsor: EggWeights – www.eggweights.com promo: Zach15 Show updates & links: Web: zachbitter.com - IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Find Brodie - IG: @runsmarterseries - Tw: @BrodieSharpe - FB: @TheRunSmarterPodcast - Web: runsmarter.online - Pod: playpodca.st/runsmarter If you would like to contact the show, please send your emails to [email protected]

This is the second of a series of eight episodes that will focus on applications of a ketogenic low carbohydrate diet. Joining me will be Michelle Hurn, RD LD, author of, "The Dietitian's Dilemma," and a series of professionals to help us navigate a specific topic. Dr. Chris Palmer is a Harvard Medical School Physician, researcher, consultant, and educator dedicated to improving the lives of people suffering from mental illness. Support the show: patreon.com/HPOpodcast or paypal.me/hpopod​ Show Sponsor: SFuels - sfuelsgolonger.com​ - promo code: ZACHB5 Show updates & links: Web: zachbitter.com - IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Find Michelle - IG: @runeatmeatrepeat - Tw: @michellehurnRD - linktr.ee/Runeatmeatrepeat Find Chris - Web: chrispalmermd.com - @ChrisPalmerMD - IG: @chrispalmermd - FB: @ChrisPalmerMD

Dr. Etnier's research focuses on the cognitive benefits of physical activity. She is a Fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine and the National Academy of Kinesiology. Support the show: patreon.com/HPOpodcast or www.paypal.me/hpopod Episode Sponsor: LMNT - drinkLMNT.com/HPO Show updates & links: Web: zachbitter.com - IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Find Jenny: Web: https://kin.uncg.edu/about-us/our-faculty/jenny-etnier/ & https://www.mojo.sport/

Matt Fitzgerald is well known within the endurance community for his many written contributions and coaching technique, 80/20 Endurance. Check out his new book, "The Comeback Quotient." Support the show: patreon.com/HPOpodcast or www.paypal.me/hpopod Episode Sponsor: LMNT - drinkLMNT.com/HPO Discounts on Zach's "gear of choice" here: zachbitter.com/mygear and/or linktr.ee/zachbitter Show updates & links - IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Web: zachbitter.com Find Matt - IG: @fitzgerald.matt Tw: @mattfitwriter Web: mattfitzgerald.org Consultation with Zach: calendly.com/zbittercoaching If you would like to contact the show, please send your emails to [email protected]

Doug is a Senior Health Coach at Virta, which helps people navigate a low carbohydrate lifestyle. He also coaches soccer and track and field. Support the show: - patreon.com/HPOpodcast or https://www.paypal.me/hpopod Episode Sponsor: BiOptimizers – www.bioptimizers.com/human promo: HUMAN10 Discounts on Zach's "gear of choice" here: zachbitter.com/mygear and/or linktr.ee/zachbitter Show updates & links - Web: zachbitter.com - IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Find Doug - Tw: @_douglashilbert​ - Instagram: @_douglashilbert​ - LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/douglashilbert​ - Facebook: @douglas.hilbert​ - Virta Health: virtahealth.com If you would like to contact the show, please send your emails to [email protected]

Joel Runyon is an American blogger and author. He is the founder of Impossible X and blogger at IMPOSSIBLE. He is also the founder of Ultimate Meal Plans and MoveWellApp. He is an athlete, endurance runner, businessman, and speaker. Support the show: patreon.com/HPOpodcast or www.paypal.me/hpopod Episode Sponsor: LMNT - drinkLMNT.com/HPO Discounts on Zach's "gear of choice" here: zachbitter.com/mygear and/or linktr.ee/zachbitter Show updates & links - IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Web: zachbitter.com Find Joel: Web: impossiblehq.com/ IG: @impossiblehq Tw: @impossiblehq FB: @ImpossibleHQ YouTube: IMPOSSIBLE Consultation with Zach: calendly.com/zbittercoaching If you would like to contact the show, please send your emails to [email protected]

This is the first of a series of episodes that will focus on applications of a ketogenic low carbohydrate diet. Joining me will be Michelle Hurn, RD LD, author of, "The Dietitian's Dilemma," and a series of professionals to help us navigate a specific topic. Dr. Eric Westman, at Duke Outpatient Clinic and Adapt Your Life Academy discusses the ketogenic low carbohydrate diet with emphasis on type II diabetes. Support the show: patreon.com/HPOpodcast or paypal.me/hpopod​ Show Sponsor: SFuels - sfuelsgolonger.com​ - promo code: ZACHB5 Show updates & links: Web: zachbitter.com - IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Find Michelle - IG: @runeatmeatrepeat - Tw: @michellehurnRD​ - linktr.ee/Runeatmeatrepeat Find Dr. Westman - Web: adaptyourlifeacademy.com​ - IG: @ecwestman​ - Tw: @drericwestman

Robb is a former research biochemist is the 2X New York Times/WSJ Best Selling author of The Paleo Solution and Wired To Eat. Robb has transformed the lives of hundreds of thousands of people around the world via his top ranked iTunes podcast, books and seminars. Episode Sponsor: LMNT - https://drinkLMNT.com/HPO Episode Sponsor: EggWeights – https://eggweights.com promo: Zach15 Show updates & links: Web: zachbitter.com - IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Find Robb: Web: https://robbwolf.com/ IG: @dasrobbwolf Tw: @robbwolf FB: @robbwolfonline Support the show: patreon.com/HPOpodcast or https://www.paypal.me/hpopod Consultation with Zach: https://calendly.com/zbittercoaching If you would like to contact the show, please send your emails to [email protected]

Cameron is a coach, entrepreneur, author and keynote speaker. He has been a junior British tennis player, and awarded the Outstanding Academic Achievement Prize for reports surrounding flow and performance. Support the show: - patreon.com/HPOpodcast or https://www.paypal.me/hpopod Episode Sponsor: BiOptimizers – www.bioptimizers.com/human promo: HUMAN10 Episode Sponsor: Purpose Performance Wear - Store promo code ZACH10 Show updates & links - IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Web: zachbitter.com Find Cameron: Web: https://theflowcentre.com/

Professor Billat is at the University of Paris, a prior high level endurance athlete on the roads and trails, and a high intensity interval expert. Dr. Johnathan Edwards received his PhD from the University of Paris studied physiology at the University of California Davis. He has worked with professional athletes and Olympians, including: Miesha Tate and Brenda Martinez. Episode Sponsor: LMNT - drinkLMNT.com/HPO Episode Sponsor: EggWeights – www.eggweights.com promo: Zach15 Show updates & links - IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Web: zachbitter.com Find Veronique: Web: https://www.billatraining.com/en/home/ Find Johnathan: Web: www.docedwardsfitness.com Support the show: patreon.com/HPOpodcast or https://www.paypal.me/hpopod Consultation with Zach: https://calendly.com/zbittercoaching If you would like to contact the show, please send your emails to [email protected]

Matt is a freelance journalist. His writing includes sport science, human-powered adventure and exploration, nutrition, evolution, and religion. A regular contributor to National Geographic and Outside magazine, his work also appears in The Atlantic, The New York Times, and Men's Journal. Show updates & links - IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Web: zachbitter.com Episode Sponsor: EggWeights – www.eggweights.com promo: Zach15 Episode Sponsor: BiOptimizers – www.bioptimizers.com/human promo: HUMAN10 Find Matt: Web: thematthart.com - IG: @thematthart - Tw: @TheMattHart - Book: Win at All Costs: Inside Nike Running and Its Culture of Deception Find Nicole: IG: @nkbitter - FB: Nicole Kalogeropoulos Bitter Support the show: patreon.com/HPOpodcast or https://www.paypal.me/hpopod Consultation with Zach: https://calendly.com/zbittercoaching If you would like to contact the show, please send your emails to [email protected]

Justin is a humanitarian and the founder of Fight For The Forgotten, he is a professional MMA fighter for both the UFC and Bellator, competed in season 10 of The Ultimate Fighter, a two time All-American and National Champion Greco Roman Wrestler. Show updates & links - IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Web: zachbitter.com Find Justin: IG: @thebigpygmy Tw: @TheBigPygmy FB: @justinthevikingwren Web: fightfortheforgotten.org Episode Sponsor: BiOptimizers – www.bioptimizers.com/human promo code: HUMAN10 Episode Sponsor: LMNT - drinkLMNT.com/HPO Support the show: - patreon.com/HPOpodcast or https://www.paypal.me/hpopod Consultation with Zach: https://calendly.com/zbittercoaching If you would like to contact the show, please send your emails to [email protected]

I break down how things went for me at the Desert Solstice Track Invitational. What went wrong, where were the positives, and what I would do differently in training in the future. Show updates & links - IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Web: zachbitter.com Show Sponsor: Episode Sponsor: EggWeights – www.eggweights.com Support the show: - https://www.patreon.com/HPOpodcast or https://www.paypal.me/hpopod

Zach outlines his build up towards the Desert Solstice Track Invitational 24-Hour on December 12th. This is the first time Zach has specifically prepared for a full 24-Hour event. He touches on the training, experience new volume peaks, the role of speed work, and his nutrition during the peaking phase for 24-Hours and how it differs from shorter endurance events. Show updates & links - IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Web: zachbitter.com Episode Sponsor: BiOptimizers – www.bioptimizers.com/human promo code: HUMAN10 Support the show: - patreon.com/HPOpodcast or https://www.paypal.me/hpopod Consultation with Zach: https://calendly.com/zbittercoaching If you would like to contact the show, please send your emails to [email protected]

Darren Woodson is an NFL legend at the safety position. He is a 3x Super Bowl Champion, 5x Pro Bowl Selection, and 3x First-Team All-Pro safety for the Dallas Cowboys. Darren also worked for ESPN for 15 years as a NFL analyst, recently launched a commercial real-estate business named ESRP, and hosts his own podcast, The Darren Woodson Show. Show updates & links - IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Web: zachbitter.com Episode Sponsor: Swanson - www.swanson.com promo code: HUMAN20 Episode Sponsor: Purpose Performance Wear - https://zachbitter.com promo code ZACH10 Find Darren - Website: darrenwoodson28.com - Tw: @darrenwoodson28 - IG: @darrenwoodson28 - FB: @DarrenWoodson28 Consultation with Zach: https://calendly.com/zbittercoaching If you would like to contact the show, please send your emails to [email protected]

Connor is a defensemen for the National Hockey League's New Jersey Devil's. Connor leads us through the ins and outs of a life as a professional hockey player. Show updates & links - IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Web: zachbitter.com Support the show: - https://www.patreon.com/HPOpodcast or https://www.paypal.me/hpopod Episode Sponsor: EggWeights – www.eggweights.com 15% Black Friday Sale Sitewide Episode Sponsor: Swanson - www.swanson.com promo code: HUMAN20 Consultation with Zach: https://calendly.com/zbittercoaching If you would like to contact the show, please send your emails to [email protected]

Nicole is an endurance athlete and attorney. She puts in big training volume all while logging 60+ hour work weeks. She recently won the Javelina 100 Mile in the second fastest time in the heavily tested event history. Show updates & links - IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Web: zachbitter.com Find Nicole - IG: @nkbitter FB: facebook.com/nicole.kalogeropoulos Support the show: - https://www.patreon.com/HPOpodcast or https://www.paypal.me/hpopod Episode Sponsor: Swanson - www.swanson.com promo code: HUMAN20

Dr. D'Agostino is an Associate Professor with tenure at the University of South Florida, Dom teaches students of the Morsani College of Medicine and the Department of Molecular Pharmacology and Physiology, with a focus on such topics as neuropharmacology, medical biochemistry, physiology, neuroscience, and neuropharmacology. He is also a Research Scientist at the Institute for Human and Machine Cognition (IHMC) to assist with their efforts towards optimizing the safety, health and resilience of the warfighter and astronaut. Episode Sponsor: BiOptimizers – www.bioptimizers.com/human promo code: HUMAN10 Swanson - www.swanson.com promo code: HUMAN20 Support the show: - https://www.patreon.com/HPOpodcast or https://www.paypal.me/hpopod Website: https://zachbitter.com, https://www.ketonutrition.org/ Instagram handles: @zachbitter, @dominic.dagostino.kt Twitter handles: @zbitter, @DominicDAgosti2 Facebook handles: @zach.bitter, @ketonutrition.org YouTube: Zach (https://www.youtube.com/c/ZachBitterUltra) Dom (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqVNHZUXqn1sFvgppi5Zpmg/videos ) Consultation with Zach: https://calendly.com/zbittercoaching If you would like to contact the show, please send your emails to [email protected]

Dr. Johnathan Edwards received his PhD from the University of Paris studied physiology at the University of California Davis. He has coached professional athletes and Olympians, including: Miesha Tate and Brenda Martinez. Book: The Science of the Marathon and Art of Variable Pace Running Episode Sponsor: BiOptimizers – www.bioptimizers.com/human promo code: HUMAN10 Swanson - www.swanson.com promo code: HUMAN20 Support the show: - https://www.patreon.com/HPOpodcast or https://www.paypal.me/hpopod Website: https://zachbitter.com, www.docedwardsfitness.com Instagram handles: @zachbitter Twitter handles: @zbitter Facebook handles: @zach.bitter YouTube: Zach (https://www.youtube.com/c/ZachBitterUltra) Consultation with Zach: https://calendly.com/zbittercoaching If you would like to contact the show, please send your emails to [email protected]

Dr. Mike T. Nelson has spent 18 years of his life learning how the human body works, specifically focusing on how to properly condition it to burn fat and become stronger, more flexible, and healthier. He's 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. Episode Sponsor: BiOptimizers - www.magbreakthrough.com/human promo code: human10 Episode Sponsor: LMNT - drinkLMNT.com/HPO Support the show: - https://www.patreon.com/HPOpodcast or https://www.paypal.me/hpopod Website: https://zachbitter.com, miketnelson.com & flexdiet.com Instagram handles: @zachbitter Twitter handles: @zbitter, @MikeTNelson Facebook handles: @zach.bitter, @drmiketnelson YouTube: Zach (https://www.youtube.com/c/ZachBitterUltra) Consultation with Zach: https://calendly.com/zbittercoaching If you would like to contact the show, please send your emails to [email protected]

Michelle is a registered dietitian who follows a low carbohydrate high fat diet. As a highly competitive high school track and field athlete, she battled anorexia and stress fractures, before finding a nutritional path that has ultimately brought her back to her love for running. Episode Sponsor: BiOptimizers - www.bioptimizers.com/human promo code: human10 Episode Sponsor: LMNT - drinkLMNT.com/HPO Support the show: - https://www.patreon.com/HPOpodcast or https://www.paypal.me/hpopod

Alan spent over two decades working with a wide range of endurance athletes as both an exercise physiologist and a coach. During that time, he worked with (& accumulated data from athletes at all ends of the performance spectrum, from 'off the couch' fitness athletes to the very best athletes in all of endurance sport. Episode Sponsor: FASTIC - FASTIC.com Episode Sponsor: LMNT - drinkLMNT.com/HPO Support the show: - https://www.patreon.com/HPOpodcast or https://www.paypal.me/hpopod Website: https://zachbitter.com, alancouzens.com Instagram handles: @zachbitter, Twitter handles: @zbitter, @Alan_Couzens Facebook handles: @zach.bitter YouTube: Zach (https://www.youtube.com/c/ZachBitterUltra) Consultation with Zach: https://calendly.com/zbittercoaching If you would like to contact the show, please send your emails to [email protected]

Cynthia is a World Champion Track Athlete who specializes in the 400 meters. She competes for Team USA in Masters Athletics. She is also a 2018 National Champion in the 200 meters, 400 meters, 4x 200 (national record), 4 x 100 (national record), and 4 x 400 (national record) relays. In addition she anchored the World Champion Gold medal record setting 4 x 400 Team UA team in 2018. She is both a National and World Champion in 2019. Episode Sponsor: BiOptimizers - www.magbreakthrough.com/human promo code: human10 Episode Sponsor: FASTIC - FASTIC.com Support the show: - https://www.patreon.com/HPOpodcast or https://www.paypal.me/hpopod Website: https://zachbitter.com, mam808.com Instagram handles: @zachbitter, @fastover40 Twitter handles: @zbitter Facebook handles: @zach.bitter YouTube: Zach (https://www.youtube.com/c/ZachBitterUltra) Consultation with Zach: https://calendly.com/zbittercoaching If you would like to contact the show, please send your emails to [email protected]

Zach answers a few listener questions. Questions included; determining aerobic threshold, how and when I recommend a LCHF approach to endurance, and how does training and nutrition differ from 100 miles to 50 miles? Episode Sponsor: LMNT - drinkLMNT.com/HPO Episode Sponsor: FASTIC - FASTIC.com Support the show: - https://www.patreon.com/HPOpodcast or https://www.paypal.me/hpopod Website: https://zachbitter.com Instagram handles: @zachbitter Twitter handles: @zbitter Facebook handles: @zach.bitter YouTube: Zach (https://www.youtube.com/c/ZachBitterUltra) Consultation with Zach: https://calendly.com/zbittercoaching If you would like to contact the show, please send your emails to [email protected]