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Mar 08, 2019•10 min•Ep. 90
Science Of Ultra
For endurance athletes who want to do more than improve race performance. How you sleep, think, eat, and move all play a role in helping you Become Your Ultra Best!
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CC7 Get Your Head Right For Your First Ultra
Part 2 of our conversation into the considerations for your first ultra marathon. In today's episode we focus mostly on the mental aspects of getting it right.
Feb 28, 2019•44 min•Ep. 89
Ellie Greenwood
Today we dive deep into the mind of ultra runner and coach, Ellie Greenwood. We discuss everything from competition vs participation to the benefits of multidirectional sports in the development of a trail runner to how she prescribes intensity in training the athletes she coaches. You can connect with her at https://sharmanultra.com Twitter: @eLLiejG Facebook and Instagram: EllieJGreenwood
Feb 06, 2019•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 88
CC6 Straight To Ultra
Should you run a marathon before signing up for an ultra-marathon? Coaches Ian Sharman, David Roche, Krissy Moehl, and Shawn Bearden discuss that question in today's Coaches' Corner. Watch the discussion on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/loH878kbRbQ Each coach can be reached through their respective websites: Krissy Moehl http://KrissyMoehl.com David Roche https://SWAPRunning.com Ian Sharman https://SharmanUltra.com Shawn Bearden https://ScienceOfUltra.com...
Feb 01, 2019•47 min•Ep. 87
Amelia Boone: Obstacles To Ultras
Amelia Boone is the most accomplished obstacle course racer on the planet. Now she's running ultra marathons. What does it take to make that transition? What do success and failure look like to someone so dominant in one sport and very good in another? What motivates and drives Amelia's passion for endurance sports? We learn about all these topics and more in today's conversation, which is an in-person interview near her home California.
Jan 09, 2019•57 min•Ep. 86
CC5 Speed Training For Ultras?
Train for speed when you're training for ultra-marathons...wuh? Should ultra runners train for speed? Short answer: yes! And, that's the topic of this edition of Coaches' Corner with David Roche, Ian Sharman, Krissy Moehl, and Shawn Bearden. Watch the discussion on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/loH878kbRbQ Each coach can be reached through their respective websites: Krissy Moehl http://KrissyMoehl.com David Roche https://SWAPRunning.com Ian Sharman https://SharmanUltra.com Shawn Bearden ...
Dec 26, 2018•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 85
Matters of the Foot with Missy Thompson, PhD
We've learned about foot strike patterns but never quite like this. What's the role of sensory feedback and shoe cushioning on foot strike and on your running patterns? Today we get deeper insights into these issues so you can make more informed decisions about your shoe choices and running mechanics with Missy Thompson, PhD. Connect with her: Researchgate:https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Melissa_Thompson10 Instagram: flcexercisescience Twitter: FLC_Exercise Science Facebook: FLCExerciseScie...
Dec 20, 2018•28 min•Ep. 84
RISE for Mental Training
How do you handle adversity in the moment? Do you have a mental training practice? You know that ultra-marathon running is as much mental as it is physical. RISE to train your mind as well as you train your body.
Dec 03, 2018•13 min•Ep. 83
CC4 Is Cross-training Essential For Runners?
Runners need to run. Ultra-marathon runner need to run a lot. But could you be more effective spending some of that time cross-training? If you’re looking for a coach, or just have questions, you can reach: David Roche at https://SWAPrunning.com Ian Sharman at http://www.sharmanultra.com Krissy Moehl at http://krissymoehl.com Shawn Bearden at https://ScienceOfUltra.com If you want to submit a True/False statement for us to discuss on a future episode of Coaches’ Corner, send it to shawn@scienceo...
Nov 14, 2018•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 82
Luke Nelson: Tor des Geants
My guest today is Luke Nelson. He's a physician assistant, race director, husband, father, and public lands activist. He’s been on the podium at many of the top ultras, set course records, and has set numerous FKTs of mountain linkups and traverses. Prior to getting fully into mountain running, in 2012 he was the U.S. Ski Mountaineering National Champion. He’s active on Instargram and you can follow him @slukenelson He’s and ambassador for Patagonia and also runs for La Sportiva, GU, Zeal Optics...
Oct 19, 2018•59 min•Ep. 81
CC3 Are Injuries Preventable?
True or False: Injuries are usually predictable and preventable. Coaches David Roche, Ian Sharman, Krissy Moehl, and Shawn Bearden discuss their answers in our ongoing series, Coaches' Corner. David Roche SWAPrunning.com Ian Sharman SharmanUltra.com Krissy Moehl KrissyMoehl.com Shawn Bearden ScienceOfUltra.com...
Oct 10, 2018•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 80
Megan Roche, MD part 2 of 2
Part 2 (of 2) in this extraordinary interview with Dr. Megan Roche. We talk about everything from research to coaching to dysfunctional eating to experiencing joy in a lifestyle of running. Megan Roche is a medical doctor, coach, scientist, book author, and exceptional trail runner.
Oct 05, 2018•44 min•Ep. 79
Megan Roche, MD
Megan Roche is a medical doctor, extraordinary trail runner, coach, scientist, and book author. This episode is the first in a two-part interview. We talk about everything from research to coaching to joy in running.
Sep 20, 2018•39 min•Ep. 78
CC2 Performance Metrics
True or False: Performance metrics are important for optimizing outcomes
Sep 11, 2018•57 min•Ep. 77
Nutrition Basics With Nancy Clark, RD
The title says it all. Everything you should know about the foundations of a good diet from one of today's leading practitioners, nutritionist Nancy Clark, RD.
Aug 16, 2018•57 min•Ep. 76
CC1 Volume Or Intensity
This is the first episode of Coaches’ Corner, a new and ongoing series with several of the top trail running coaches in the world, Krissy Moehl, David Roche, Ian Sharman, and me. Each of these episodes is intended to highlight a specific topic relevant to all trail runners. We start in the form of a T/F statement, get a one-word answer from each coach, and then discuss the nuances that make the real answer less clear. Ultimately, the purpose is to provide you with information that you can apply ...
Aug 08, 2018•42 min•Ep. 75
When To Walk And Other Insights With Athlete-Scientist Nicola Giovanelli, PhD
When to walk vs run on inclines, how can poles help, use water in your weighted vest...practical gems from this top athlete and applied scientist.
Jul 26, 2018•45 min•Ep. 74
Trail Runner Biomechanics
Marlene Giandolini, PhD and Sebastien Pavailler, PhD are biomechanists who work for Salomon. Today, they bring us insights from their research and the applied intersection of biomechanics, trail running, and shoe design. We discuss everything from trail runner kinematics to shoe drop to foot swelling. So much valuable and new information in this one!
Jul 12, 2018•55 min•Ep. 73
Downhill Running And Field Studies Of Ultra Runners With Gianluca Vernillo, PhD
Gianluca Vernillo, PhD is one of the world's leading scientists studying mountain ultra trail runners. Today he brings a vast amount of science and practical insight from his years of studying the uphill, downhill, and other physiologic features of extreme endurance running in the world's toughest mountain courses.
Jun 28, 2018•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 72
Stephen Seiler PhD
How do the best endurance athletes partition their training? Most of understand what it is to go out for an easy run, but what about intervals. How do the best in the world do it? And, what does the science show about how you should design your interval workouts? What should you do for work duration, rest duration, total work, frequency, and effort level? These are the principle issues we discuss in this episode. And, we wrap up with parting advice from Dr. Seiler that you must hear if you're go...
May 24, 2018•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 71
Athlete Spotlight With Dylan Bowman
Professional runner Dylan Bowman invited me into his home to discuss his running. We cover topics ranging from his development and early years, to his motivations and mindset, to racing strategy and more.
May 10, 2018•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 70
Training On Low Glycogen
Interested in training on low glycogen levels? Doing it by running in the morning, without breakfast? If so, you may not be doing what you intend. In this episode, I explain why...and provide an actionable and reliable approach to do it right.
Apr 19, 2018•14 min•Ep. 69
Running Insights With Author Alex Hutchinson
Alex Hutchinson is a prolific science-based writer who covers all facets of running. In this interview, we dig into the insights he's developed over the years and talk about his new book: Endure: Mind, Body, and the Curiously Elastic Limits of Human Performance.
Mar 08, 2018•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 67
Amino Acids And Supplements With Philip Atherton PhD
Amino acids, the leucine trigger, and branched chain amino acids. What do you need, should you supplement, do they aid performance...all these question answered and much more.
Feb 22, 2018•31 min•Ep. 66
Recovery Strategies
An overview of recovery strategies with Dr. Shona Halson, Senior Recovery Physiologist at the Australian Institute of Sport.
Feb 08, 2018•50 min•Ep. 65
Best Wrap-ups From The First 25
Today’s episode is a special compilation of advice from some of the brightest and most insightful minds in the world of sports physiology. I ask many of my guests for their insight and wisdom into the biggest mistakes and the most grounded advice from their years of experience in respective fields. This special episode of Science Of Ultra is a curation of the practical wisdom in those answers from the first 25 episodes.
Jan 25, 2018•54 min•Ep. 64
SOUP Bites
Listener questions answered!
Dec 14, 2017•51 min•Ep. 63
Athlete Spotlight With Andrew Skurka
Backpacking legend, Andrew Skurka, is also an outstanding ultra runner. Today, we learn about the psychology, mindset, and perspectives it takes to become one of the most accomplished adventurers in the world.
Nov 29, 2017•59 min•Ep. 62
Respiratory Muscle Fatigue And Training With Darlene Reid, PhD
So, you've been running for 4...6...10...18...24...hours. Yes, your legs are tired. But, what about your respiratory muscles? Are they suited to breathing heavily for that long? Do they fatigue? Does greater effort to breath in a long ultra translate into higher ratings of perceived exertion? Check out my interview with Darlene Reid, PhD to learn the answers to those questions and how you can train your respiratory muscle to become your ultra best!
Nov 16, 2017•43 min•Ep. 61
Neurological Fatigue In Ultramarathons With Guillaume Millet PhD
Guillaume Millet, Ph.D. is the world's leading expert on neuromuscular fatigue in ultramarathons. We explore the many facets of fatigue and bring his years of field research to you in practical and applied terms that you can use to help become your ultra best.
Nov 01, 2017•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 60
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