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Luca Filipas is a coach, researcher and exercise physiologist based out of Milan Italy. He is the coach of TotalEnergies Pro Cycling Team, Owner and Coach of Endurance Academy and Researcher at the University of Milan. Paper discussed-Beyond the classical periodization: the new frontier of micro-periodization for endurance disciplinesPrevious podcast with LucaThe use case for HRV in ultrarunning with Marco AltiniAdditional resources:SUBSCRIBE to Research Essentials for UltrarunningBuy Training Essentials for Ultrarunning on Amazon or Audible.Information on coaching-www.trainright.comKoop’s Social MediaTwitter/Instagram- @jasonkoop

Uncover the secrets to excelling in extreme heat with Julian Perriard, a leading expert in environmental physiology. As the Western States Endurance Run approaches, Julian provides cutting-edge strategies for heat mitigation, including ice baths, slurries, and menthol gels. With rising global temperatures impacting athletic performance, we delve into crucial safety measures for endurance athletes. Learn how to maximize your performance while staying safe, regardless of the weather conditions.Julian also shares his expertise on heat acclimation strategies tailored for athletes. From exercising in environmental chambers to passive methods like hot baths, we explore how to incorporate heat acclimation into your training without compromising performance. Discover the physiological benefits of thJulien Périard is a Research Professor and Deputy Director of the University of Canberra Research Institute for Sport and Exercise (UCRISE), where he also leads the Environmental Physiology Research Laboratory. His integrative research examines the physiological mechanisms that mediate health and performance during exercise in adverse environments (heat and altitude) and the adaptations that stem from chronic exposure. He has worked with both amateur and professional athletes from various disciplines, along with National (Australian Institute of Sport) and International Federations (FIFA, World Athletics and World Triathlon). His work also examines how regular exercise can build resilience against rising global temperatures. He has authored over 125 research papers and book chapters, including a textbook on Heat Stress in Sport and Exercise and an invited review in Physiol Rev (which we will be discussing today!). EXERCISE UNDER HEAT STRESS:THERMOREGULATION, HYDRATION,PERFORMANCE IMPLICATIONS, AND MITIGATION STRATEGIESHeat Acclimatization Strategies Podcast- Koopcast 97Additional resources:SUBSCRIBE to Research Essentials for UltrarunningBuy Training Essentials for Ultrarunning on Amazon or Audible.Information on coaching-www.trainright.comKoop’s Social MediaTwitter/Instagram- @jasonkoop

Coach AJW discuss all things Western States 100 including how to manage before and during race. This podcast is a must have for any athlete and crew preparing for the Western States 100. Crack a Brew with AJWHeat Acclimation Strategies with Julién PeriardAdditional resources:SUBSCRIBE to Research Essentials for UltrarunningBuy Training Essentials for Ultrarunning on Amazon or Audible.Information on coaching-www.trainright.comKoop’s Social MediaTwitter/Instagram- @jasonkoop

Doug Brown is the founder and CEO of Untapped. In this discussion we review how nutrition labels are created and what the quality control process looks like for a nutrition product that is derived from natural components. Additional resources:SUBSCRIBE to Research Essentials for UltrarunningBuy Training Essentials for Ultrarunning on Amazon or Audible.Information on coaching-www.trainright.comKoop’s Social MediaTwitter/Instagram- @jasonkoop

Our Research for Essentials for Ultrarunning team discuss the recent Spring Energy debacle. Access the Spring reportsStephanie Howe-https://trainright.com/coaches/stephanie-howe/Nick Tiller-https://skepticalinquirer.orgJim Rutberg-https://trainright.com/coaches/jim-rutberg/Join Coach Jason Koop, Stephanie Howe, Nick Tiller, and Jim Rutberg on this episode of the KoopCast as they discuss lab results that reveal significant nutritional discrepancies in Spring Energy products, the implications for consumers and retailers, and the company's widely criticized response. Covering detailed product assessments and broader ethical discussions in sports nutrition, this episode offers valuable insights into product development, crisis communication, and the importance of transparency and accurate nutrition labeling.Introduction to the Controversy The Nutrition Lab Analysis Initial Findings and Reactions Spring Energy's Statement Reactions from the Running Community Broader Implications and Discussion The Path ForwardAdditional resources:SUBSCRIBE to Research Essentials for UltrarunningBuy Training Essentials for Ultrarunning on Amazon or Audible.Information on coaching-www.trainright.comKoop’s Social MediaTwitter/Instagram- @jasonkoop

Coaches Anne Tisdell and Ryne Anderson discuss how to take the right advice from your friends and training partners through the lens of how we take our own training and racing and translate it to athletes. Additional resources:SUBSCRIBE to Research Essentials for UltrarunningBuy Training Essentials for Ultrarunning on Amazon or Audible.Information on coaching-www.trainright.comKoop’s Social MediaTwitter/Instagram- @jasonkoop

Jason Koop and Adam Pulford discuss training quality and how we can define and improve it.Study on training quality-https://journals.humankinetics.com/view/journals/ijspp/18/5/article-p557.xmlAdditional resources:SUBSCRIBE to Research Essentials for UltrarunningBuy Training Essentials for Ultrarunning on Amazon or Audible.Information on coaching-www.trainright.comKoop’s Social MediaTwitter/Instagram- @jasonkoop

View all show notes and timestamps on the KoopCast website.Episode overview:Gabe Baida is a 15 year anti-doping professional. He was previously at USADA, where he served as the director of UFC and Premiere Sport. He is now the Executive Director of InnoVero.Episode highlights:(25:52) No fault period: a period with no consequence, athletes need to have the opportunity to learn the rules, six months of no fault for education(37:25) Solving anti-doping in ultrarunning: putting aside businesses and funding, it’s not rocket science, ultrarunning is missing a unifying entity but mapping an anti-doping plan is not hard(1:07:27) When to get USADA involved: UFC and cycling examples, the sooner the better, stay ahead of the ball, crossover athletes and organizations help to spur action in ultra-trailAdditional resources:SUBSCRIBE to Research Essentials for UltrarunningBuy Training Essentials for Ultrarunning on Amazon or Audible.Information on coaching-www.trainright.comKoop’s Social MediaTwitter/Instagram- @jasonkoop

View all show notes and timestamps on the KoopCast website. Episode overview:Corrine Malcolm is a coach, podcaster, on-air personality, and the head of the Pro Trail Runners Association anti-doping working group. Episode highlights:(14:34) Anti-doping goals in ultra-trail: an internationally recognized governing body, WADA compliance, moving past guerilla education, clarity and common rules(39:50) Managing cost: a federation, race organization, or other relevant entity could serve as a signatory, a less official system could also partner with USADA, being part of WADA is more convenient, the PTRA cannot be a signatory, finding this entity is a challenge(1:01:09) Next steps: inventing the “UTI”, what happens after an entity like this exists, establishing a global testing pool, distance-agnostic testingAdditional resources:https://corrinemalcolm.com/PTRA-https://trailrunners.run/SUBSCRIBE to Research Essentials for UltrarunningBuy Training Essentials for Ultrarunning on Amazon or Audible.Information on coaching-www.trainright.comKoop’s Social MediaTwitter/Instagram- @jasonkoop

View all show notes and timestamps on the KoopCast website.Episode overview:Tammy Hanson currently serves as the Elite Education Director at the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA). In this position, she oversees the day-to-day operations of USADA’s education and engagement initiatives, drives strategic planning, and develops effective, data-driven programs that focus on clean sport education. Tammy is recognized for her commitment to supporting global anti-doping partners and ongoing international research.Since joining USADA in 2015, Tammy has overseen a nearly twelvefold increase in education reach, highlighted by a significant rise in coach education, and has contributed to the enhancement of audience-specific content and programs.Originally from Wisconsin, Tammy earned a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire in 2006 and a Master of Science in Organizational Leadership from Colorado State University in 2019. Tammy is passionate about empowering athletes with the tools necessary to compete with integrity.Episode highlights:(24:01) Athlete responsibilities: testing, knowing your rights, what are you putting in your body, over 300 prohibited substances, many prohibit substances are common over the counter medications, check globaldro.com, dietary supplements, other considerations(53:21) Advice for athletes: Pikes Peak Marathon example, different anti-doping organizations, the landscape is fractured, read the rules of your race(1:09:54) Educational resources: links in the show notes, go to experts, don’t guess, rules changeAdditional resources:GlobalDROUSADA Athlete resources2024 WADA prohibited listUSADA Supplement ConnectKoopCast with USADAs Matthew FedorkPodcast on NSAIDS in UltrarunningSUBSCRIBE to Research Essentials for UltrarunningBuy Training Essentials for Ultrarunning on Amazon or Audible.Information on coaching-www.trainright.comKoop’s Social MediaTwitter/Instagram- @jasonkoop