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<p><b>OUTLINE:</b><br />
Here’s the timestamps for the episode. On some podcast players you should be able to click the timestamp to jump to that time.<br />
(00:00) – Introduction<br />
(07:34) – The marathon mentality<br />
(14:43) – The psychology of quitting<br />
(25:49) – Variety in ultramarathons<br />
(33:04) – What does it take to run 100 miles?<br />
(38:27) – Leading ultramarathon events<br />
(42:09) – Training and race strategy<br />
(44:39) – 100 Mile world record<br />
(48:41) – Foot strike variability and cadence<br />
(51:29) – The 11 hour barrier<br />
(54:57) – The most beautiful thing about running<br />
(1:01:19) – Zach’s training regime<br />
(1:06:06) – MAF 180 Formula<br />
(1:16:31) – Training plans<br />
(1:31:30) – Marathons vs. 100 miles<br />
(1:40:31) – Zach’s diet philosophy<br />
(1:55:19) – Fueling for race day<br />
(2:02:34) – Training while fasted<br />
(2:06:11) – Embracing the chaos<br />
(2:07:41) – 100-Mile treadmill WR<br />
(2:11:51) – The legend of Bert Kreischer<br />
(2:16:16) – The Transcontinental Run across America<br />
(2:33:51) – Who is the greatest endurance athlete of all time?<br />
(2:41:04) – Shoe technology in running<br />
(2:54:14) – Human limits<br />
(2:56:49) – Zach’s biggest obstacles<br />
(3:00:34) – Advice for young people</p>