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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You'll get in-depth interviews with the best researchers, athletes and coaches on how to optimize athletic performance from every angle. Hosted by Complete Human Performance coaches and featuring interviews with our athletes, you'll get an unprecedented look at the best diet, training and mental techniques to take your performance to the next level.
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This podcast aims to educate, inspire, empower you with the knowledge needed to make the most out of your fitness journey.
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I’ll be discussing how our emotions affect our performance personally and professionally. #EmotionalLiteracy
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Jacob Miller shares perspectives and advice in the areas of sports performance, strength and conditioning, and sport science.
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The mission of this podcast is to interview leaders from a variety of performance disciplines including medicine, nutrition, psychology, wellness, physiology and strength and conditioning. Through this podcast we aim to provide an insight into how to systematically enhance performance at the individual and organizational level for tactical personnel including military, law enforcement, firefighters and other first responders.
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What’s the secret to achieving high performance in sport, business and life? Dive into this podcast if you want to: – Learn how to maximise human performance in what you do – Find ways to push your body and mind to achieve success – Discover the power to choose The A–Z of Human Performance enters the worlds of sport, business and life to inspire greatness from start to finish. Join our expert, Jonna Sercombe as he unpacks key concepts behind the fundamentals of human performance from A–Z.
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Helping your people learn, train and perform. From technology to leadership, to culture, sales and sports, we discuss how organisations can maximise the performance of their teams. With a new guest from the world of leadership, training and technology each week, we talk about the latest trends and how to optimise training and human performance in your organisation through technology. Enjoy the show? Why not sign up to our Newsletter? virti.com/newsletter
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An in-depth look at how ultra-endurance events place extreme and unique physiological demands on athletes. This podcast will feature athletes, and their support teams, talking about how they prepare and compete at the world's toughest events. Expect discussion around long-term preparation, nutrition, coping with environmental stressors and building psychologic toughness! Host: Nick Longworth has been hosting international sports technology and life science conferences for the last decade, an ...
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A podcast for leaders by leaders from business, military, athletics and academia with topics including human performance, leadership effectiveness, talent optimization and strategic execution.
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Welcome to the Science of Optimal Human Performance, my NEW podcast where I will teach you how to • Become a Fat Burning Machine • Optimize your Brain • and Live Longer! We will go over topics such as • Fasting • Strength Training • Biohacking • Sleep Optimization • And much more... so you can reach YOUR FULL human potential, in the shortest possible time. I am your host, Dr. Michael Van, welcome to my new show! P.S. Are you STILL looking to burn fat quickly, and look AMAZING? Then you shoul ...
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Simon Ward, multiple award-winning triathlon coach, shares insights on how to improve your triathlon performance with a High Performance Human approach to life.
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Episode 429: Blisters & Your Best Workout - Listener Q&A
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32:43How should you go about managing and preventing blisters, and what workout is going to be best for you. This listener Q&A dives into these two topics. Endurance Training Simplified Series Zach’s Low Carb Endurance Approach Series LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO (free sample pack with purchase) deltaG: deltagketones.com Code: BITTER20 Maui Nui Venison: maui…
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Unlocking the Power of HRV with Dr. Torkil Færø
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1:16:36What if you could track your body’s readiness, optimise recovery, and boost your overall health—just by measuring one key metric? In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Torkil Færø, author of The Pulse Cure, to explore the power of Heart Rate Variability (HRV). While many athletes use HRV to fine-tune their training, Dr. Torkil takes a broader approach…
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Clayton Foster: Crucible Champ 2024
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55:06Clay Foster has been a part of Complete Human Performance for years, and has been doing the hybrid thing for even longer. He won The Crucible Pro Men's Division in 2024, he's competed in the Hybricon Games (2023), and is registered for Rally in the Valley 2025 to name a few things. A coach himself, Clay's training has run the gamut from bodybuildin…
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Episode 428: Intervals & Long Runs - Training Recap
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25:49For this training recap, I unpack a four week block of training where my main focus was short intervals and long runs. I highlight the thought process behind the programming, execution, and add some tips to consider in training. Endurance Training Simplified Series Zach’s Low Carb Endurance Approach Series LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO (free sample pack …
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Episode 427: Ryan Dreyer - Community Based Training
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1:13:33Ryan Dreyer founded Tribal Training, a group based endurance training coaching service where members leverage a community approach to reach their goals. Ryan has completed both Ironman and ultramarathon distance events and coached many others reach their goals. Endurance Training Simplified Series Zach’s Low Carb Endurance Approach Series LMNT: dri…
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Fine-Tuning Performance: Beth’s Swim, Bike & Physio Insights for Ironman Austria
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43:32Beth is back on the show as we check in on her Ironman Austria preparation! If you’ve been following along, you’ll remember that Beth had upcoming visits with Louisa (the physio), Ray Gibbs (swim coach), and Phil Burt (bike fitter). (If you missed those discussions, check out the links in the show notes!) Now that she’s completed all three sessions…
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Episode 426: Steve Magness - Win the Inside Game
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1:06:40Steve Magness is a world-renowned expert on performance. He is the author of the new book, Win the Inside Game, and has also authored, Do Hard Things: Why We Get Resilience Wrong and The Surprising Science of Real Toughness. He is the coauthor of Peak Performance. The Passion Paradox, and the author of The Science of Running. For this episode we di…
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Fit, Fat & Fun Athletes wanted for Long Course Weekend - with Matt Evans
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1:05:46If you’re not familiar with Long Course Weekend (LCW), it’s a unique take on a full-distance triathlon—spread over 2.5 days. The concept is simple: •Swim 3.8K on Friday night •Ride 180K on Saturday •Finish with a full marathon on Sunday The original event took place in Tenby, Wales, following a course similar to the Ironman—though, fun fact, LCW ac…
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Episode 425: The Hunt for the Best Super Shoe with Dustin Joubert
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1:42:21Dustin Joubert is a running researcher, PhD in Exercise Physiology and professor at St. Edwards University. He has a popular IG and website that deep dives into super shoe technology. He also runs a lab in Austin, Texas where he tests both running and shoe efficiency. Endurance Training Simplified Series Zach’s Low Carb Endurance Approach Series LM…
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Mastering Heat Training with Dr. Lindsey Hunt
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59:53At the time of recording this episode, I was in sunny Barbados—where January temperatures soar above 30°C. A stark contrast to the freezing weather I left behind in the UK! While the warm climate is great for a holiday, it presents unique challenges for training. That brings us to today’s topic: heat training. I’m joined by Dr. Lindsey Hunt, Senior…
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The Art of SISU - Interview with Pete Nelson
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55:22Pete Nelson is the founder of SISU Lifestyle, a Northeast-Ohio company specializing in handcrafted saunas and contrast bath technology. He joins us on the CHP Podcast as a long-time user of our Strength + 50k and Marathon templates (most notably, winning the inaugural Antarctica 50k) and brings with him boatloads of wisdom. Too much to summarize, d…
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Winning a first World age group title at 75 years young with Mike Goddard
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1:13:38Welcome to this week's episode featuring Mike Goddard, entrepreneur, a current World and European triathlon champion in the 75-79 age group sprint distance and an avid fell runner. I invited Mike after he engaged with one of my recent posts about reducing training volume while maintaining performance. He didn't just maintain his fitness. He achieve…
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Episode 424: Training Recap - Early 2025
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15:33This is part one of a series this year where I reflect on my training blocks for 2025. This episode covers the first three weeks after switching from an offseason/strength focus towards running taking the primary position. Endurance Training Simplified Series Zach’s Low Carb Endurance Approach Series LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO (free sample pack with p…
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Episode 423: Is Low Carb Back? New Study Sheds Light
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29:47A study on Low Carb Keto diets was recently published by Prins, Noakes, Koutnik, et al. that examined the role of stable blood sugar through very small carbohydrate intake as the main determiner of performance for endurance athletes, as well as some insights into low carbohydrate performance compared to high carbohydrate. I take a look, and share s…
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From Spinal Fractures to Ironman Podiums: Emma Bexson's Remarkable Comeback
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1:02:19This week on the podcast, I’m joined by the incredible Emma Bexson. Emma is a champion Ironman age-group triathlete, a competitor in the Pro category of Hyrox events, a mother of three, and the owner of her own chiropractic clinic. Oh, and she rides racehorses every morning for fun! But Emma’s story doesn’t stop there. I first came across Emma abou…
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Episode 422: Apache Endurance with James Pieratt
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1:17:55This episode continues a series covering some of the most prolific ancient endurance groups and tribes the world has ever seen. Joining me as co-host for this series is James Pieratt. We unpack what made the Apache some of the most impressive endurance athletes of all time. For more on James, check out episode 395 where we discuss his lifestyle. Ja…
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Ep 22 | Chris Woolley: From Rugby to Ice - Bobsleigh Performance
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1:10:23In this episode, we’re joined by Chris Woolley, a former rugby player turned brakeman with an extraordinary journey in bobsleigh. Chris has led Great Britain’s bobsleigh team through two Olympic cycles and now serves as the National Trainer for Swiss Sliding, where he continues to break new ground in performance science. He’s an expert in speed-str…
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Unlocking High Performance in triathlon and the workplace with Paul Wheat
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1:02:46This week, I’m thrilled to welcome Paul Wheat, a dedicated 55-year-old triathlete who exemplifies what it means to be a High Performance Human. For Paul, high performance transcends athletic excellence; it encompasses all aspects of life, including sleep, nutrition, exercise, relationships, and mental health. The beauty of this journey is that you …
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Episode 421: Dr. Samuel Spinelli - Hamstring Health & Performance
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57:55Dr. Samuel Spinelli is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). He is the cofounder of Rehab Explained and Citizen Athletics. He has helped many professional athletes rehab and prepare for peak performance. He joined the show to share his insights on hamstring performance and health. Endurance Training…
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Episode 420: Davy Crockett - Ultramarathon History
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1:35:45Davy Crockett is an ultramarathon runner, and hosts Ultrarunning History. His podcast and books dive deeper than any other ultramarathon history resource. Davy also is the director of the American Ultrarunning Hall of Fame. Endurance Training Simplified Series Zach’s Low Carb Endurance Approach Series LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO deltaG: deltagketones.c…
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How to Be in the Ready State with Dr. Kelly Starrett
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1:15:50This week’s episode is a re-run of a conversation with Dr. Kelly Starrett (also known as K-Starr in the Crossfit world) from 4 years ago. Kelly is a renowned expert in strength and mobility. He is a coach, physical therapist, two-time New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling author, speaker, and the co-founder of The Ready State, home to …
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Prosecco & Push Ups: Holiday Survival with Simon & Beth
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31:02Last week marked a milestone as we released our very first episode on Christmas Day, and today, we’re excited to bring you our inaugural episode on New Year’s Day! Similar to last week’s engaging conversation with the Grumpy Old Coaches, today's episode takes on a relaxed vibe. I'm joined again by Mrs. Ward, and together we’ll share some reflection…
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“Battle ready!” - The 2024 Grumpy Old Coaches Christmas Special
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1:10:42Welcome to a special Christmas Day episode of The Grumpy Old Coaches! Can you believe this is our very first podcast published on Christmas Day, after almost 400 episodes? In the spirit of the season, we’ve reunited at the White Lion in Wigan, with Steve Lumley and myself joining Marc Laithwaite for our annual Grumpy Old Coaches reunion. It’s been …
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Episode 419: Ultramarathon Coaching - J Scott Chapman
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1:32:51J Scott Chapman is a certified ultrarunning coach who really enjoys big mountain races. Given that two of his core values are curiosity and exploration, he loves to read the latest studies, but he knows that ultras are not run in a lab. His coaching philosophy embraces the idea that while there are established training principles, no single approac…
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Your Questions Answered: Carbon Wheels, Year-Round S&C, Zone 2 Training, Swimming Tips, and Advice to My Younger Self
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35:55There’s no such thing as a silly question—if it’s important to you, it’s worth asking! As a coach, I love helping people solve their challenges, and curiosity is a huge part of that process. Asking questions and exploring ideas is how we grow, and I encourage you to keep them coming. This week’s podcast is a little different—there are no guests, ju…
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Episode 418: Hot Cold Contrast - Dr. Jess Tranchina
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1:33:03Dr. Jess Tranchina is a PT, DPT, NASM-CPT, A.R.T Certified Provider, CKTP. She has been an athlete most of her life. Training and competing in runs from the 5K to 50ks, triathlons from the sprint distance to Ironman distance, strength competitions, and figure competitions has provided her with opportunities to train from the best, learn from the be…
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Understanding Lactate and the Norwegian Method with Dr. Sam Shepherd
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1:25:31In today’s episode I’m joined by Dr. Sam Shepherd, Head of Sports Science at Precision Fuel and Hydration, and a leading expert on lactate. Together, we dive into the fascinating world of lactate, training zones, and the cutting-edge Norwegian Method often associated with elite triathletes like Gustav Iden and Kristian Blummenfelt. We wrap up by ex…
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Episode 417: Brady Holmer - Low Mileage Marathon PR, Creatine & Carb Timing
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1:34:31Brady Holmer is a MSc in Human Performance, endurance athlete, and science writer. He hosts Physiologically Speaking, a great resources for both health and endurance performance. Brady recently dropped 10 minutes off his marathon PR on a four day per week running program, clocking a speedy time of 2:26:28. We unpack how he structured his training a…
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7 steps to swimming faster * Bethany Ward
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44:33Back by popular demand! Mrs. Ward returns to the podcast following the amazing feedback from her previous episode. This time, we dive deeper into the challenges she faces in the pool and explore solutions that resonate with many triathletes. As a coach, I’ve seen these obstacles time and again, which inspired me to create the "7 Steps to Swimming F…
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Ep 21 | Brian Kula: Unlocking Speed
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51:49On this episode of the Keiser Human Performance Podcast, host Gabe Derman sits down with Coach Brian Kula, a renowned expert in athletic performance with over 28 years of experience. From youth athletes to NFL stars and Olympians, Coach Kula has worked with some of the most elite talent in sports, including national champions and All-Americans. In …
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Unlocking plyometrics for endurance athletes * Joe Otton
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1:20:30Have you ever wondered if plyometrics could boost your performance as a triathlete or distance runner? On today’s episode, we’re jumping into the world of plyometric training (see what I did there?) — what it is, why it matters, and how it can take your endurance game to the next level. Joining me today is strength and fitness coach Joe Hotton, fou…
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Episode 416: Dr. Courtney Conley - Foot Strength & Health
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1:24:08Dr. Courtney Conley is the creator of Gait Happens, an online education company helping people from around the globe improve their foot function. She has taken the past several years to develop online courses to educate clinicians on foot anatomy, the importance of foot health and the truths behind modern footwear. Courtney: gaithappens.com - IG: @…
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Starting Strong: Building an Ironman training plan after a few years away * Bethany Ward
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1:10:45This week, I’m thrilled to welcome a very special guest . . my wife, Bethany Ward! Beth is training for Ironman Austria 2025, and her last long-distance was back in 2019. We thought this would be the perfect opportunity to share how I approach creating a training plan for a new athlete. In this episode, we cover: Structuring a training plan after y…
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Episode 415: Tara Dower - Outright Appalachian Trail Record
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1:23:07Tara Dower recently broke the record for fastest traverse of the full Appalachian Trail (AT) outright. No man or women has covered the distance faster. The AT is 2,197.4 miles over unforgiving terrain. Tara covered it in 40 days 18 hours 05 minutes, which is the equivalent of approximately two marathons per day. Tara also holds the Women's supporte…
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Wax on, wax off * Embracing challenges with Claire Carlin
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58:23In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Claire Carlin, an accomplished age-group triathlete, karate black belt, and dedicated Assembly of God minister. Claire shares her journey as an athlete navigating the unique challenges posed by her co-occurring conditions of autism and dyspraxia, conditions that often impact her ability to perform coordin…
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