Episode #1110
Zach Bitter
Books mentioned
Born to Run
Mentioned by Joe Rogan (host) · at 00:46:35
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Zach Bitter, an ultramarathon runner, coach, and holder of the American 100-mile record, discusses the history, training, and mental demands of endurance racing. The episode examines fueling, ketogenic and carnivore diets, carbohydrate periodization, fat adaptation, and their effects on performance and recovery, along with pacing, heart-rate monitoring, footwear, elite mountain racing, substances, and anti-doping concerns.
What they talked about
- Overview of ultra-marathon running
- High-fat ketogenic diet for endurance
- Periodization of carbohydrate intake
- Fat adaptation and race fueling strategies
- Barefoot and minimalist running shoes
- Comparison of different elite ultra-runners
- Mental toughness and suffering in endurance sports
- Drug testing and performance-enhancing substances in ultra-running
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