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#205 – Zach Bitter: Ultramarathon Running

Lex Fridman Podcast

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The Art of Competitive Training

This chapter explores the philosophical dimensions of competition in sports, likening training to creative expression. It emphasizes the significance of building a strong aerobic foundation, the balance of training intensities, and the importance of personal feel over rigid metrics. Personal experiences in managing heart rates and running form offer insights into optimizing performance for ultramarathon runners while embracing growth through successes and failures.

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