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Five to ten topics, sometimes about running, with lots of love and enthusiasm and science. We dig de

Episodes

Total: 269

265. Western States 100 Failure, Being Human in Public, and Growing the Hard Way
2025/7/1

Western States 100 ended in a DNF at mile 62. It’s partially the normal story of a race that didn’t

264. Western States 100 Goals, Fears, and Dreams! Plus a Sports Science Study of the Decade!
2025/6/24

We're here! It's race week for the Western States 100. This episode talks through how we&#39

263. "No Secrets" Q+A on Western States 100 Strategy, Climbing Faster, Passive Heat v. More Training, Weight Vest Use, Life Meaning, and More!
2025/6/17

Our favorite episodes involve answering listener questions in a "no secrets" style. That m

262. Western States Pressure, Passive Heat and Hemoglobin, Using Downhills to Build Strength, New OTQ Standards, and Fueling To Take A Hit!
2025/6/10

This episode was such a fun mix of science, emotions, and hot tubs that could cook a turkey! We star

261. Kilian's Western States Training Video, Jim Walmsley Isn't Racing (!), Weird Broccoli Sprouts Science, and A New Bicarb Gel!
2025/6/3

We gulped down some pungent juice before recording this amazing episode! The main topics were the tw

260. Why High Carb Fueling May Improve Body Composition, Controversial News, Weight Vest Warm-Ups, and Workout Intensity!
2025/5/27

This episode was a total joy with toe warmers in all the right places (and some of the wrong ones)!

259. High Carb on a Budget, Western States Uncertainty, How Ketones Might Enhance Recovery, Uphill Treadmill Guidelines, and "Depletion" Runs!
2025/5/20

We had a ridiculous amount of fun recording this episode! The main science topic was on a new pre-pr

258. Quad Rock 50 Mile Record and the Western States Moonshot! High Carb (150 g/hr), Big Hydration (1 L/hr), and Heat Breakthrough
2025/5/13

Endurance sports are in the midst of a revolution that will change everything about what we think hu

257. "No Secrets" Q+A on Extreme Carb Totals (200 g/hr!), Minimum Dose Heat Training, Sodium Intake, Speed for Ultras, and Hydration Sensors!
2025/5/6

Our favorite episodes are these Q+As where we answer listener questions on all of the hottest topics

256. High Carb Domination, Steep Races and Vert, Heat Suit Guidelines, Increasing Stride Power, and Kilian’s Western States Prep!
2025/4/29

We put on our space cowboy outfits for this great episode! The main topic centered on the almost-ubi

255. The Shocking Shoe Study That Changes Everything, Boston Marathon Reactions, Creatine for Endurance, and Resting Heart Rate!
2025/4/22

Our minds were blown by the Boston Marathon right before recording this great episode! The main topi

254. How Heat Training is Changing the Game, Protein Needs for Endurance, VO2 Max Numbers, Workout Success v. "Failure," and What Comes After Disaster!
2025/4/15

We put sensors in all the right places before this HOT episode! The main discussion was on the emerg

253. New Science on Protein Needs, Unbreakable 2, VO2 Max Estimates, Carb Loads, Torpedo Bats, and Cross Training Intensity!
2025/4/8

We put on our finest white spandex for this amazing episode! The main topic was a new review study o

252. How Running May Impact The Brain, Plus Q+A on Body Image, Heat Suits, Sweat Testing, and Nose Breathing!
2025/4/1

We pondered the genetics of smelling ants before this great episode! The main topic was a new study

251. Big Alta 50k and The Story Athletes Rarely Tell, Plus Q+A on Kilian to Western States, Bike v. Treadmill, and Sauna v. Hot Tub!
2025/3/25

We took off our armor for this incredible episode! The main discussion might have been one of our mo

250. The Mystery of Fatigue Resistance, Race Week Feelings, Episode 250 Reflections, Outside Mag Revolt, and Fun Sponsorship News!
2025/3/18

We celebrated the 250th recording for this great episode! The main topic was a new study on fatigue

249. Heavy Lifting and Fatigue Resistance, Carbs After Exercise, Cramp Prevention, Cadence, and Health in Training!

2025/3/11

We lifted some styrofoam plates painted like metal before this great episode! The main topic was a n

248. Zone 2 and Why It Matters, Heat Training Questions, Pre-Workout Carbs, and Trail Supershoe Follow-Up!
2025/3/4

We brought some very sore legs into this great episode! The main topic was a new study on "Zone 2 Tr

247. High-Carb and Health, Trail Supershoe Study, Racing Frequency, Pros and Cons of Stretching, and Building Toughness!
2025/2/25

We put on some supershoes for an extra boost for this great episode! A main topic was a question we

246. “No Secrets” Q+A on World Records, Kilian’s Fasted Workout, Health v. Performance, Wild Probiotics Studies, Applying Heart Rate Zones, Zone 2, and More!
2025/2/18

We bought stock in baking soda before this record-breaking episode! It was a "No Secrets"