This listener driven question/topic episode dives into the differences between training for a 50km ultramarathon and a 50km obstacle course race, defining zone 2 training, and titrating back in carbohydrates during training and racing.  BiOptimizers Biome Breakthrough: biombreakthrough.com/human Promo Code: HUMAN10 Ultimate Direction: ultimatedirection.com Show Sponsors: zachbitter.com/hposponsors Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter Tiktok: @zachbitter

Nick Norwitz and Dave Feldman join to share information on the phenotype known as "Lean Mass Hyper Responder" (LMHR). They share the latest paper, which is the start of a conversation and future studies to look into this particular population.  Episode Sponsor: Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/HPO HPO Sponsors: zachbitter.com/hposponsors Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo Zach’s Training Plans: zachbitter.com/training-plans Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter Tiktok: @zachbitter Nick: newmediketo.com Tw: @nicknorwitz  Dave: cholesterolcode.com Tw: @realDaveFeldman IG: @realdavefeldman  Paper: academic.oup.com/cdn/advance-article/doi/10.1093/cdn/nzab144/6446805 

This listener driven question/topic episode dives into alcohol and performance, Zach's electrolyte/hydration protocol, mental training tips, and working with individuals with differing approaches.  BiOptimizers: biomebreakthrough.com/human promo: HUMAN10 HPO Sponsor Details & Discounts: zachbitter.com/hposponsors Support: patreon.com/HPOpodcast or zachbitter.com/hpo Zach’s Training Plans: zachbitter.com/training-plans Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter Tiktok: @zachbitter 

David is a strength and conditioning coach with Athletic Truth Group (ATG), where he works with Ben Patrick (Knees Over Toes Guy). He believes in building a strong foundation from the ground up, through strengthening the areas that traditionally get injured through sport by carefully examining the positions that sport puts on our bodies. He currently trains NBA/NFL/MLB players and folks of all ages and ability levels.  Athletic Greens: athleticgreens.com/HPO HPO Sponsors: zachbitter.com/hposponsors  Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter Tiktok: @zachbitter David: atgonlinecoaching.com IG: @basketball.biology TikTok: tiktok.com/@basketball.biology YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCpLPxHWZsidkrO18M_kcLPg 

Kevin R. Stone, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon at The Stone Clinic and Chairman of the Stone Research Foundation. Trained at Harvard University in both internal medicine and orthopedic surgery and at Stanford University in general surgery, he is a world-renowned expert in biologic joint replacement. Dr. Stone has served the US Ski Team, the US Pro Ski Tour, the Marin Ballet, the Smuin Ballet, the Modern Pentathlon at the US Olympic Festival, and the US Olympic Training Center. His innovative work in the orthopedic arena has led to multiple awards, publications, and grants and has resulted in approximately fifty issued US patents. BiOptimizers: bioptimizers.com/human promo: HUMAN10 Support the show: patreon.com/HPOpodcast or zachbitter.com/hpo  Zach’s Training Plans: zachbitter.com/training-plans Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter Tiktok: @zachbitter  Dr. Kevin Stone: stoneclinic.com YouTube: youtube.com/user/kstonemd IG: @stoneclinic FB: @StoneClinic 

Aaron is an alignment and movement coach. He has worked with top level athletes and celebrities, including Toby Maguire and Gerard Butler. He hosts the top ranked podcast, Align Podcast. He has authored the book, The Align Method. Stay tuned for his next book in January! InsideTracker: insidetracker.com promo code: HPOPRO25 BiOptimizers: bioptimizers.com/human promo: HUMAN10 HPO Sponsor Discounts, Promos, & Links: zachbitter.com/hposponsors  Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter  Aaron: alignpodcast.com IG: @alignpodcast FB: Aaron Alexander YouTube: youtube.com/alignpodcast 

Mark wears many hats. Including: Air Force Reserve lieutenant colonel, family medicine, professor at the West Virginia University School of Medicine and conducts Healthy Running Medical Education courses. Mark has been a runner for over four decades and owns the first minimalist running and walking store, Two Rivers Treads. He is the author of, "Run for Your Life." HPO Sponsor Discounts, Promos, & Links: zachbitter.com/hposponsors  LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO InsideTracker: insidetracker.com promo code: HPOPRO25 Support HPO: patreon.com/HPOpodcast or zachbitter.com/hpo Zach’s Training Plans: zachbitter.com/training-plans Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Strava: Zach Bitter Mark: drmarksdesk.com IG: @markcucuzzella  Two Rivers Treads Page: www.tworiverstreads.com

Zach discusses his current training, shares cross training protocol, his favorite most beneficial foods, and strategies for staying on track with nutrition and training. All listeners are challenged with a Mark Bell inspired workout.  LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO Zach’s Training Plans: zachbitter.com/training-plans HPO Sponsor Discounts, Promos, & Links: zachbitter.com/hposponsors  Support HPO: patreon.com/HPOpodcast or zachbitter.com/hpo Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Strava: Zach Bitter

Mark Bell is well known in the fitness industry. He has world class powerlifting performances, created a multimillion dollar business, successfully competed in bodybuilding, and most recently decided to tackle a 50 miler! Support: zachbitter.com/hpo    Episode Details: zachbitter.com/hpo-episode-266  HPO Sponsors: zachbitter.com/hposponsors   Optimal Carnivore: amazon.com/optimalcarnivore  promo: humansave10 InsideTracker: insidetracker.com/ultimate/ promo: BITTERPROGIFT Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Strava: Zach Bitter Tiktok: @zachbitter  Mark: markbellslingshot.com IG: @marksmellybell Tw: @MarkSmellyBell Tictok: @marksmellybell Podcast: markbellspowerproject.libsyn.com

Zach dives into how things went at the Tunnel Hill 100 Mile. His goals going into the event, fueling strategy, how things played out, and what is next! Episode Sponsors: BiOptimizers - Details & Discounts: zachbitter.com/hposponsors & biOptimizers.com/human - promo code: HUMAN10 Zach’s Training Plans: zachbitter.com/training-plans Support HPO: patreon.com/HPOpodcast or zachbitter.com/hpo  Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zach.bitter Strava: Zach Bitter Tiktok: @zachbitter