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Human Performance Outliers Podcast with Zach Bitter

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

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

Tommy Lewis hosts the podcast, That's Runnable, and is a content creator with a passion to introduce people to running. He joined the show to discuss the role influencers and athletes play in growing the sport of running, where conflicts arise, and w... more

Mike McKnight is an ultramarathon athlete, coach, and former Triple Crown of 200s record holder. He is a trailblazer for 200+ mile trail events, and on a mission this year to win as many as possible. He recently won and set the course record at the A... more

Dr. James DiNicolantonio is a cardiovascular research scientist and Doctor of Pharmacy and has worked with professional athletes across sports. We cover the topic of fueling sport, and what to make of the extremes often discussed online.

James: drj... more

Mark Dowdle specializes in long multi-day and backyard ultramarathons. He shares his experience coming from a non-running background. We discuss what makes multi-day ultras and backyard ultras unique and how the variables impacting performance shift ... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. James DiNicolantonio
Guest expert discussing nutrition and physiology of low-carb vs high-carb fueling
Episode: Episode 482: What Performance Fueling Shows Us | Dr. James DiNicolantonio
Mark Dowdle
Backyard ultra competitor and endurance athlete
BPN (Beasts Performance Network) / Ultra running community
Episode: Episode 481: Multi-day & Backyard Ultras | Mark Dowdle
Jonah Rosner
Guest discussing endurance nutrition and training strategies
Episode: Episode 479: Is Low Carb Performance Misplaced? | Jonah Rosner
Raj Pannu
Elite ultrarunner, coach and guest on the episode
Runner, coach
Episode: Episode 478: 100 Mile Record Redemption | Raj Pannu
Rachel Entrekin
Ultramarathon runner
Professional ultrarunner
Episode: Episode 477: Cocodona 250 Ultra Champ | Rachel Entrekin
Claire Shorenstein
Dietitian specializing in endurance nutrition
Eat for Endurance
Episode: Episode 476: Carbohydrate Fueling Strategies For Runners | Claire Shorenstein
Everett Smulders
Professional ultra runner and coach
Episode: Episode 474: 3:58 Mile to Ultra | Everett Smulders
Peter Bromka
Marathon runner and writer
Road to the Trials Podcast
Episode: Episode 473: The Trial of Miles Chasing Olympic Trials Marathon Peter Bromka
Jeff Mogavero
Experienced ultra runner with impressive race results in recent competitions.
Episode: Episode 467: Cooling, Hydration, & Fueling for Peak Performance | Jeff Mogavero

Host

Zach Bitter
Host of conversations centered around health, fitness, endurance training, and performance improvement, often featuring expert guests in the fields of nutrition and athletics.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • 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
    Canada10 months 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
  • 10/10 recommend

    Zach is very entertaining and informative whether it’s a guest interview or deep dive into training philosophy. Highly recommend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jerdmann2
    United States2 years ago
  • Great knowledge and informative

    Very informative podcast. I look forward to every new release and what Zach is bringing to the table. One of my favorite listens and what I consider as an extra tool in the tool belt!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Adam B Martin
    United States2 years ago

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The host is praised for being engaging and knowledgeable, with many episodes noted for their rich content and expert insights.
Overall, the podcast receives high marks for its educational value and the quality of its guests, making it a recommended listen for those interested in athletic performance.
Listeners appreciate the wide range of informative discussions on health, fitness, and running topics.
There are mixed feelings regarding advertisement content, with some listeners expressing a desire for less advertising and more focus on interviews and discussions.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#39
United States/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#103
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#109
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#85
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#109
Italy/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#184
Germany/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 457: David Roche | King of the Carbs
Q: All right, David, welcome back to the podcast. How has your fueling approach evolved since Leadville, especially regarding high-carb intake and caffeine?
The approach has shifted toward higher carbohydrate intake (around 150 g/hr in some segments) with careful management of caffeine, exploring how gut tolerance and pacing interact with effort levels. I've also emphasized GI training and experimenting with product types and ratios to optimize absorption and performance.
Episode 478: 100 Mile Record Redemption | Raj Pannu
Q: Jackpot is interesting because one loop is 1.17 to 1.19 miles. How did you approach fueling over these loops and what carbohydrate strategy did you use?
I based my fueling on every three loops, taking about 18 ounces every three loops and adjusting to total fluid and electrolyte needs; I maintained around 50 ounces per hour with careful sodium intake, and I used real-time adjustments based on how I felt and how my body was responding to the fluids and heat.
Episode 471: Rory Linkletter | Sub-60 Half Marathon & Marathon Training Evolution
Q: Did you have a workout before Houston where it signaled like, all right, sub-60s on the table?
Rory completed a series of workouts leading up to the race that built his confidence, particularly noting a three by three mile workout that solidified his readiness for the sub-60 pace.
Episode 471: Rory Linkletter | Sub-60 Half Marathon & Marathon Training Evolution
Q: Was there a point during the race at Houston where you started getting confident about breaking 60?
Rory felt comfortable with his pace even at 5k during the race and noted that he managed to run well even as the race got challenging at the roundabout.
Episode 451: Running Shoes Will Predict Injury | Royi Metser
Q: How does Avelo Running leverage technology to enhance running experience?
Royi explains how they are integrating biomechanics and data collection into running shoes.

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2. Mark Dowdle
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