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Welcome to the Human Performance Outliers Podcast. Your host Zach Bitter, will take you through a series of interesting topics around health, fitness, endurance, running, hybrid athlete training, ultramarathon, and nutrition. Join in for interviews with folks exploring their outer limits and research in a wide variety of sports, fitness, and nutrition.

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Zach Bitter

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Sam Harvey

Sam Harvey is a prominent Backyard Ultra runner known for his exceptional endurance and performance in ultra-distance events. He gained recognition for being part of the historic achievement where three men broke the World Record at the Bigs Backyard Ultra Championships in 2023. In addition to his success in Backyard Ultras, Sam showcased his versatility by winning the Tarawera 100 mile race in the same year. His dedication to endurance sports and training has made him a respected figure in the ultra-running community.

James Pieratt

James Pieratt is a coach and endurance athlete associated with Wild Hunt Conditioning. He specializes in ultra-endurance events and is currently preparing for a 1000 mile point-to-point journey along the West Coast, focusing on both the physical and logistical aspects of such a demanding challenge.

Akshay Nanavati

Akshay Nanavati is an adventurer, speaker, author, and a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. He is known for his remarkable journey of completing a 60-day solo, unsupported trek covering 500 miles across Antarctica. Akshay is also the founder of Fearvana, a platform that helps individuals harness their fears to achieve their goals. His work focuses on endurance training and personal development, and he shares insights from his experiences through various media.

Lionel Sanders

Lionel Sanders is a professional triathlete known for his exceptional performance in endurance sports. He has competed at high levels in various triathlon events and is recognized for his dedication to training and competition. Despite his athletic success, Sanders has openly discussed his health challenges, which have sparked conversations about the potential health implications of extreme endurance training and nutrition strategies.

Trishul Cherns

Trishul Cherns is the President of the Global Organization of Multi-day Ultrarunners (GOMU). He has a rich history in ultramarathon running, having participated in hundreds of official events. His expertise lies in the organization and record-keeping aspects of ultrarunning, focusing on the specific needs and rules that govern the sport.

Bob Hearn

Bob Hearn serves as the Record Keeper for the Global Organization of Multi-day Ultrarunners (GOMU). He has extensive experience in ultramarathon events, contributing to the sport through his role in maintaining records and ensuring the integrity of ultrarunning achievements. Bob's background includes participation in numerous ultramarathon events, making him a knowledgeable figure in the community.

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Backyard Ultra World Record Endurance Training Tarawera 100 mile Sam Harvey 1000 mile ultra marathon endurance training West Coast historic sites event execution Antarctica endurance adventure ultramarathon solo journey USMC Vet fit but unhealthy Lionel Sanders health concerns hyper carb fueling strategy professional athletes record keeping GOMU pacing course certification shoe technology record performances

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Episodes

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Episode 437: Backyard Ultras with Sam Harvey

April 18, 2025

Zach Bitter

Sam Harvey

Backyard Ultra World Record Endurance Training Tarawera 100 mile Sam Harvey

Sam Harvey is one of the best Backyard Ultra runners in the World. He was part of the legendary push that resulted in three men breaking the World Record at the Big’s Backyard Ultra Championships in 2023. He has a wide range, which he recently showcased by winning the Tarawera 100 mile this year.

Endurance Training Simplified Series

Zach’s Low Carb Endurance Approach Series

LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO (free sample pack with purchase)

deltaG: deltagketones.com Code: BITTER20

Maui Nui Venison: mauinuivenison.com/bitter

CurraNZ: curranzusa.com

Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hposponsors

HPO Website: zachbitter.com/hpo

Amazon Store: amazon.com/shop/zachbitter

Zach’s Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching

Zach’s Newsletter: substack.com/@zachbitter

Find Zach: zachbitter.com - IG: @zachbitter - X/Tw: @zbitter - FB: @zbitterendurance - Strava: Zach Bitter

Sam: samharveyultra.com - IG: @samharvey_cloudlander

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Episode 436: 1000 Mile Ultra Marathon with James Pieratt

April 10, 2025

Zach Bitter

James Pieratt

1000 mile ultra marathon endurance training West Coast historic sites event execution

James Pieratt of Wild Hunt Conditioning is preparing for a 1000 mile point to point journey along the West Coast, hitting some historic sites along the way. We unpack some of the specifics in preparation and event execution.

Endurance Training Simplified Series

Zach’s Low Carb Endurance Approach Series

LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO (free sample pack with purchase)

deltaG: deltagketones.com Code: BITTER20

Maui Nui Venison: mauinuivenison.com/bitter

CurraNZ: curranzusa.com

Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hposponsors

HPO Website: zachbitter.com/hpo

Amazon Store: amazon.com/shop/zachbitter

Zach’s Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching

Zach’s Newsletter: substack.com/@zachbitter

Find Zach: zachbitter.com - IG: @zachbitter - X/Tw: @zbitter - FB: @zbitterendurance - Strava: Zach Bitter

James: wildhuntconditioning.com - IG: @wildhuntconditioning

0:00 1:31:30

Episode 435: Ultras In Antarctica - Akshay Nanavati

April 04, 2025

Zach Bitter

Akshay Nanavati

Antarctica endurance adventure ultramarathon solo journey USMC Vet

Adventurer, speaker, author and USMC Vet. Just completed a 60 day solo, unsupported journey covering 500 miles across Antarctica.

Endurance Training Simplified Series

Zach’s Low Carb Endurance Approach Series

LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO (free sample pack with purchase)

deltaG: deltagketones.com Code: BITTER20

Maui Nui Venison: mauinuivenison.com/bitter

CurraNZ: curranzusa.com

Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hposponsors

HPO Website: zachbitter.com/hpo

Amazon Store: amazon.com/shop/zachbitter

Zach’s Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching

Zach’s Newsletter: substack.com/@zachbitter

Find Zach: zachbitter.com - IG: @zachbitter - X/Tw: @zbitter - FB: @zbitterendurance - Strava: Zach Bitter

Akshay: fearvana.com IG: @fearvana X: @fearvanalife FB: @AkshayNanavatiFan YouTube: youtube.com/c/fearvana

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Episode 434: Fit But Unhealthy?

April 01, 2025

Zach Bitter

Lionel Sanders

fit but unhealthy Lionel Sanders health concerns hyper carb fueling strategy endurance training professional athletes

For this episode, I share some thoughts on the topic of "fit but unhealthy." Recently, pro triathlete Lionel Sanders shared some details about his health concerns. This came as a surprise to some as he is visually very healthy and performed at a very high level. Some have hypothesized it is due to his hyper carb fueling strategy. Others have suggested endurance training to the degree taken by professional athletes is unhealthy.

Endurance Training Simplified Series

Zach’s Low Carb Endurance Approach Series

LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO (free sample pack with purchase)

deltaG: deltagketones.com Code: BITTER20

Maui Nui Venison: mauinuivenison.com/bitter

CurraNZ: curranzusa.com

Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hposponsors

HPO Website: zachbitter.com/hpo

Amazon Store: amazon.com/shop/zachbitter

Zach’s Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching

Zach’s Newsletter: substack.com/@zachbitter

Find Zach: zachbitter.com - IG: @zachbitter - X/Tw: @zbitter - FB: @zbitterendurance - Strava: Zach Bitter

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Episode 433: Ultramarathon Record Keeping - Trishul Cherns & Bob Hearn

March 27, 2025

Zach Bitter

Trishul Cherns Bob Hearn

ultramarathon record keeping GOMU pacing course certification shoe technology record performances

Trishul and Bob are the President and Record Keeper for the Global Organization of Multi-day Ultrarunners (GOMU). GOMU was established to supplement the existing government bodies that only recognize records of certain ultramarathon events. Both Trishul and Bob have rich histories in ultramarathon, with 100s of official events to their names. We dive into their experiences as well as the growing needs when it comes to rules and record keeping that are specific to the needs of ultrarunning. A few topics we focused on include: pacing in ultramarathon, course certification, shoe tech, and certifying record performances.

Endurance Training Simplified Series

Zach’s Low Carb Endurance Approach Series

LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO (free sample pack with purchase)

deltaG: deltagketones.com Code: BITTER20

Maui Nui Venison: mauinuivenison.com/bitter

Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hposponsors

HPO Website: zachbitter.com/hpo

Amazon Store: amazon.com/shop/zachbitter

Zach’s Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching

Zach’s Newsletter: substack.com/@zachbitter

Find Zach: zachbitter.com - IG: @zachbitter - X/Tw: @zbitter - FB: @zbitterendurance - Strava: Zach Bitter

GOMU: gomu.org - IG: @gomu_org - FB: GLOBAL ORGANIZATION OF MULTI-DAY ULTRAMARATHONERS (GOMU)