Human Performance Outliers Podcast

This is part four of a four part series where I detail how I train and eat throughout my training cycles for ultramarathon. This episode highlights the ultra marathon long run phase. Endurance Training Simplified Series SFuels: sfuelsgolonger.com code: BITTER5 ***FREE SAMPLE PACK LIMITED OFFER*** 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 Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter X/Tw: @zbitter Substack: zachbitter.substack.com FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter TikTok: @zachbitter

This is part three of a four part series where I detail how I train and eat throughout my training cycles for ultramarathon. This episode highlights the speed work development phase. Endurance Training Simplified Series SFuels: sfuelsgolonger.com code: BITTER5 ***FREE SAMPLE PACK LIMITED OFFER*** 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 Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter X/Tw: @zbitter Substack: zachbitter.substack.com FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter TikTok: @zachbitter

This is part two of a four part series where I detail how I train and eat throughout my training cycles for ultramarathon. This episode highlights the base building phase. Endurance Training Simplified Series SFuels: sfuelsgolonger.com code: BITTER5 ***FREE SAMPLE PACK LIMITED OFFER*** 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 Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter X/Tw: @zbitter Substack: zachbitter.substack.com FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter TikTok: @zachbitter

This is part one of a four part series where I detail how I train and eat throughout my training cycles for ultramarathon. This episode highlights the offseason. Endurance Training Simplified Series SFuels: sfuelsgolonger.com code: BITTER5 ***FREE SAMPLE PACK LIMITED OFFER*** 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 Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter X/Tw: @zbitter Substack: zachbitter.substack.com FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter TikTok: @zachbitter

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