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Human Performance Outliers Podcast with Zach Bitter

Zach Bitter
Ultra Running
Running
Nutrition
Endurance Training
Ultramarathon
Ultrarunning
Hydration
Mental Health
Pacing Strategies
Endurance Sports
Strength Training
Ultramarathon Training
Cocodona 250
Ultra Marathon
Endurance Running
Tunnel Hill 100 Mile
Backyard Ultra
Ultramarathon Running
Nutrition For Endurance Athletes
Injury Rehabilitation

Welcome to the Human Performance Outliers Podcast. Your host Zach Bitter, will take you through a series of interesting topics around health, fitness, endurance, running, hybrid athlete training, ultramarathon, and nutrition. Join in for interviews with folks exploring their outer limits and research in a wide variety of sports, fitness, and nutrition.

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Latest Episodes

There was recently some controversy at the Biotropica Backyard Ultra where both the men's and women's world bests were broken. After the event concluded, it was revealed that some violations occurred, causing all results from the event to be disquali... more

Lotti Brinks is a rising star in the sport of trail ultramarathon. She has improved year over year, which recently resulted in finishing 5th at the 2026 WSER 100. She joins the show to discuss history with the sport of running, introduction to the sp... more

The Comrades Marathon is one of the most competitive ultramarathons on the planet. The 99th running of the historic point to point course recently saw both the men's and women's course records go down. George Kusche was the men's and overall winner w... more

WSER 100 2026 was defined by large improvements in finishing times across both the men's and women's top finishers. What does the historically cooler temps help tell us about the next big performance boosting strategy for ultramarathon races? Nick Co... more

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Recent Guests

Lotti Brinks
Ultrarunner focused on Western States and other major races
Professional ultrarunner
Episode: Episode 494: Developing As An Ultramarathon Runner | Lotti Brinks
George Kusche
Comrades Marathon champion, endurance runner from South Africa
Independent athlete
Episode: Episode 493: Comrades Champion | George Kusche
Nick Coury
Co-host for this segment and topic expert
Episode: Run The News | Did WSER 100 Highlight A Missed Pacing Advantage?
Ian Sharman
Author and ultrarunner, coach and founder of Sharman Ultra
Sharman Ultra / author
Episode: Episode 491: The Art Of Ultrarunning | Ian Sharman
Kevin Goldberg
Ultra-running enthusiast and co-host of Distance To Empty Podcast
Episode: Episode 490: Multiday Ultramarathon Performance Insights | Kevin Goldberg
Brian Peterson
Host of Wolfie's World of Running
Wolfie's World of Running
Episode: Episode 489: Walmsley Deserves WSER Entry & Policing Non-Professionals | Brian Peterson
Kilian Korth
Ultra runner; discussed Cocodona 250 experience
Run Tough Mindset (social), Ultramarathon athlete
Episode: Episode 488: Ultramarathon Problem Solving | Kilian Korth
Jacob Thomson
Professional runner and podcaster; co-host of Out and Back Podcast
Under Armour athlete (former)
Episode: Episode 486: Inside The Pro Running World | Jacob Thomson
Brant Stachel
Coach, runner, and mental performance professional
Brant Stachel Coaching
Episode: Episode 485: Long Term Running Improvement | Brant Stachel

Host

Zach Bitter
Host of the podcast focusing on endurance, running, health, and nutrition with a practitioner-focused lens.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • Multi nights

    Zach you sound terrified of a200. But I think you’d do great in a backyard

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    F67 and still going
    United Statesa month ago
  • A Perfect Blend

    Zach deliveres the perfect balance between data-driven, science-backed talk and personal experience. This creates conversations that are personable and compelling, and there are always little gems of actionable next steps to take as an ultra runner.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Beaver2011
    United States2 months ago
  • Poor information to advertisement ratio

    Of a 25min podcast 10min was spend on his sponsors, code, draw, and socials…. That one of the worst ratio I have seen in the podcast world.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Traubon
    Canadaa year ago
  • Open-minded discussions

    Zach covers a wide-range of health, wellness, and running topics. I’m always learning from keeping an open-mind to his and his guest’s opinions, the same way Zach approaches his own evolution. We are lucky to have Zach (and occasionally Nicole) in the space. ✌🏻💚🏃🏼‍♂️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Catawba King
    United Statesa year ago
  • Insight and passion from one of the best

    I’ve been following HPO for a couple years now. While there are a number of great podcasts on running, I can say that HPO has had the most dramatic effect on my personal running improvement. Zach’s ability to discuss complex topics ranging from nutrition, mindset, training, and general running philosophy is impressive. He’s an important voice for the ultra-running community and those of us who are open to learn are lucky to have such an accessible podcast to improve our own performance. Thanks Z... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Praise be to Zach Bitter!
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Audience-friendly discussions with deep-dive topics.
Engaging, evidence-based insights on endurance and fueling.
Guests bring practical, real-world race experience.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#33
United States/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#22
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#107
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#83
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#106
Italy/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#120
Germany/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 494: Developing As An Ultramarathon Runner | Lotti Brinks
Q: Can you explain your fueling strategy during the race and how you handle carbohydrate intake and caffeine?
She uses around 90 grams of carbs per hour with occasional spikes up to 100, relies on caffeine strategically during climbs or specific sections, and emphasizes salt intake to manage her salty sweat, all coordinated with Precision nutrition for individual tailoring.
Episode 494: Developing As An Ultramarathon Runner | Lotti Brinks
Q: What was your mindset going into Western States and how did you stay in the mix with the leaders?
Lotti aimed to stay in the front pack, felt confident in her training and health, and balanced ambition with the understanding that the goal was to win and to stay in a strong position rather than chase a lose condition.
Episode 493: Comrades Champion | George Kusche
Q: What does your long-term weekly plan look like, especially regarding long runs?
I settled on a weekly long run of about 35 miles at roughly 6:25 per mile, combined with steady threshold sessions and hill repeats; I prioritized consistency and used alternating long runs to balance recovery and stimulus.
Episode 493: Comrades Champion | George Kusche
Q: How did you approach training for the downhill sections in a year when the course direction changes?
I treated uphill and downhill as two separate races; uphill required threshold work while downhill demanded eccentric leg strengthening and reduced emphasis on high-intensity threshold pace to protect fatigue and keep legs resilient for the pounding.
Episode 490: Multiday Ultramarathon Performance Insights | Kevin Goldberg
Q: How do you approach sleep during multi-day races?
The guest discusses having a loose sleep plan, using crew input to manage sleep, and experimenting with no-sleep or minimal sleep strategies as race experience grows.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Human Performance Outliers Podcast

What is Human Performance Outliers Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on endurance, athletic performance, and science-driven training, with a steady focus on ultrarunning, nutrition, and mind-set. Guests range from elite ultramarathon runners and coaches to researchers exploring fueling strategies, sleep, and recovery, often discussing practical tactics for durability, pacing, and performance across multi-day events. The host frequently explores how media, sponsorships, technology, and storytelling influence modern endurance sport, offering actionable insights for both aspiring athletes and industry professionals. A notable strength is the breadth of expertise—from clinical nutrition to real-world race experience—paired with a calm, methodical interviewing style that brings clarity to comple... more

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Recent guests on Human Performance Outliers Podcast include:

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2. George Kusche
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4. Ian Sharman
5. Kevin Goldberg
6. Brian Peterson
7. Kilian Korth
8. Jacob Thomson

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