KoopCast
Episodes
How To Build A Valuable Coach-Athlete Relationship with Dominic Guinto, CTS Athlete Services Director | Koopcast Episode 145
15 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
View all timestamps and show notes on the KoopCast website.Episode overview:Dominic Guinto is the Director of Athlete Services for CTS. His role is de...
Mental Skills for Ultrarunning with Dr. Justin Ross (2020) | KoopCast Episode 144
08 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
View all timestamps and show notes on the KoopCast website.Episode overview: Coach Jason Koop speaks with Dr. Justin Ross on mental skills for ultraru...
There Is No Off-Season-A Coach Roundtable (2021) | Koopcast Episode 143
01 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
View all timestamps and show notes on the KoopCast website.Episode overview:Coach Koop sits down with coaches Stephanie Howe PhD, AJW, Darcie Murphy a...
Strength Training for Ultrarunners with Sarah Scozzaro and Nicole Rasmussen | Koopcast Episode 142
25 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
View all timestamps and show notes on the KoopCast website.Episode overview:Coaches Sarah Scozzaro and Nicole Rasmussen discuss why and how to start a...
Coaching Roundtable-Avoiding a Crisis of Confidence, Crewing and Training Camp Volume with CTS Coaches Chantelle Robitaille and Ryne Anderson | Koopcast Episode 141
18 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
View all timestamps and show notes on the KoopCast website.Episode overview: Jason Koop sits down with CTS coaches Chantelle Robitalle and Ryne Ander...
How Mood Variability Affects Ultramarathon Performance with Paul Burgam PhD | Koopcast Episode 140
11 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
View all timestamps and show notes on the KoopCast website.Episode overview:Paul Burgum is a social entrepreneur, Motivational Speaker, Youth Worker a...
Making Sense of Wearables with Sian Allen PhD | Koopcast Episode 139
04 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
View all timestamps and show notes on the KoopCast website.Episode overview:Sian spent over 10 years providing sport science support to athletes and c...
Utilizing the Repeated Bout Effect for Downhill Running With Arash Khassetarash | Koopcast Episode 138
28 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
View all timestamps and show notes on the KoopCast website.Episode overview:Arash Khassetarash is a postdoctoral associate at the University of Calgar...
Training Lessons from the Hardrock 100 with Coach John Fitzgerald | Koopcast Episode 137
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
View all timestamps and show notes on the KoopCast website.Episode overview:John Fitzgerald is a CTS Senior level coach. During this episode we discus...
Adapting Ultramarathon Nutrition for High Altitude with Meredith Terranova | KoopCast Episode 136
14 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
View all timestamps and show notes on the KoopCast website.Episode overview:Meredith Terranova is a performance nutritionist to many of today’s top ...
Do Ultramarathons Affect Males and Females Differently? | Koopcast Episode 135
07 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
View all timestamps and show notes on the KoopCast website.Episode overview:Do ultramarathons affects males and females differently? How does this imp...
How to Design Ultramarathon Training Camps with CTS Coaches Ryne Anderson and Cliff Pittman | Koopcast Episode 134
01 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
View all timestamps and show notes on the KoopCast website.Episode overview:The weekend training camp is an essential element of most ultrarunner’s ...
Sleep Strategies for Ultramarathon with Borja Martinez Gonzalez | Koopcast Episode 133
23 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
View all timestamps and show notes on the KoopCast website.Episode overview:Borja Martinez Gonzalez is a Research fellow and Adjunct professor at the ...
Hoka NAZ Elite with Ben Rosario | Koopcast Episode 132
17 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
View all timestamps and show notes on the KoopCast website.Episode overview:Ben Rosario is the Executive director of the Hoka Northern Arizona Elite t...
Sleep Deprivation Training for Ultramarathon with Chiara Gattoni PhD | Koopcast Episode 131
02 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chiara Gattoni is a researcher and strength and conditioning coach. She holds aa BSc in Exercise and Sport Sciences (University of Verona, Italy...
What Physiology Matters for Ultramarathon Performance with Frederic Sabater Pastor PhD | Koopcast Episode 130
26 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Frederic Sabater Pastor is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Inter-university Lab of Human Movement. His area of focus is running, trail, performance, ...
How to Prepare for The Races with CTS Coaches AJW, Corrine Malcolm and Michelle Foster | Koopcast Episode 129
20 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of the podcast is a coaching roundtable with CTS coaches AJW, Corrine Malcolm, and Michelle Foster. We go over our experiences training a...
Performance Testing for Ultrarunners with Dr. Philip Skiba | Koopcast Episode 128
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Philip Skiba received his medical degree in June of 2003, and trained in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Georgetown University / National ...
VESPA as an Ergogenic Aid with Peter Defty | Koopcast Episode 127
05 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Peter Defty is the General Manager of VESPA Power products and coaches athletes using an optimized fat metabolism protocol.Information on VESPAFASTER ...
Managing Performance Anxiety with Kristin Keim MA, PysD, CC-AASP | Koopcast Episode 126
28 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Kristin Keim is a sports psychologist out of Newberry, South Carolina. She has one of the more renown practices sports psychology practices in the cou...
Heat Training Interventions with Coach AJW | KoopCast Episode 125
21 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This conversation is about how we, as coaches, practically implement heat training strategies for our athletes. You can find previous podcasts on this...
Heat Acclimation Strategies with Julien Périard PhD | Koopcast Episode 124
14 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Julien Périard is a Research Professor at the University of Canberra Research Institute for Sport and Exercise (UCRISE), where he leads the Environme...
How To Pick The Right Ultrarunning Coach with Dominic Guinto, CTS Athlete Services Director | Koopcast Episode 123
07 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dominic Guinto is the Director of Athlete Services for CTS. He is dedicated to finding the right solution for endurance athletes across the world. B...
Using Training Groups To Enhance Your Training with CTS Coach Michelle Foster | Koopcast Episode 122
31 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Michelle Foster has a BS in Biology and is a CTS Expert coach, a UESCA certified running coach, and an RRCA Level 1 certified running coach. In this e...
RED-s with Ida Heikura PhD | Koopcast Episode 121
24 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ida Heikura is a postdoc at Canadian Sport Institute PacificInfo on Sports Science Canada REDs working group.Paper discussedPrevious podcast with Jo...
New Technology and Training Methods with CTS Coach Adam Pulford | Koopcast Episode 120
17 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Adam Pulford is a CTS coach and one of the most sought-after mountain bike coaches in the world. Adam’s BioTrainright podcastNix Biosensors podcast...
Feeding Tolerance and Fat Oxidation in Ultrarunners with Chris Rauch B.Nut.Diet, APD, AccSD | Koopcast Episode 119
10 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Rauch graduated in Nutrition and Dietetics at Monash University in 2015 following a previous career in Engineering. He is experienced in helping...
Designing your Ultramarathon Nutrition with Meredith Terranova | Koopcast Episode 118
03 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Meredith Terranova is a performance nutritionist to many of today’s top ultrarunners. She has been helping her clients reach their nutritional goals...
Strength Training Mistakes and How to Fix Them with Nicole Rasmussen | Koopcast Episode 117
24 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Nicole Rasmussen is a CTS Expert coach, holds a MS in Exercise Physiology, ACE certified, and UESCA certified.In this episode we discuss common streng...
Mental Health in Ultrarunning with Neal Palles | Koopcast Episode 116
17 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Neal Palles is a CTS, a coach Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Sports Performance Specialist based in Longmont, Colorado. He provides psychotherap...
Coach/Athlete Communication with CTS Coach Ryne Anderson | Koopcast Episode 115
10 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ryne Anderson is a CTS ultrarunning coach. You can see coach Ryne’s bio here.Buy Koop’s new book on Amazon or AudibleInformation on coaching-www.t...
How to Start Strength Training with Coach Sarah Scozzaro | Koopcast Episode 114
03 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Coach Sarah Scozzaro is a CTS coach who specializes in ultrarunning, strength training, and corrective exercise training.Information on coaching-www.t...
Polarized vs Pyramidal Training with Luca Filipas PhD | Koopcast Episode 113
27 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Luca Filipas a PhD researcher and coach out of Milan, Italy.You can find Luca’s work here- https://www.lucafilipas.com/Luca on Instagram- https://ww...
Solving the Hydration Mystery in Ultrarunning with Meridith Cass of Nix Biosensors | Koopcast Episode 112
20 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Meredith Cass is the CEO of Nix BiosensorsYou can preorder the biosensors here. KoopCast #36 with Andy BlowBuy Koop’s new book on Amazon or Audible...
Nasal Breathing, Breathing Techniques and Ultrarunning Performance with Nick Tiller, PhD | Koopcast Episode 111
13 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Nick Tiller is a fellow at the Lundquist Institute at Harbor-UCLA where he studies clinical respiratory and exercise physiology, and the physiology/pa...
How to Prevent Injuries in Ultrarunning with Alicja Partyka and Zbigniew Waśkiewicz | Koopcast Episode 110
07 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Alicja Partyka is a 5th year medicine student at Poznan University of Medical Sciences. She is the lead author of a recent narrative review- The Conse...
Training Essentials for Ultrarunning 2nd Edition - Chapter 1 | Koopcast Episode 109
30 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Find the book here-https://www.jasonkoop.com/bookhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B09MYVR8P6Information on coaching-https://www.trainright.comKoop’s Soci...
When to Switch from Running to Walking to Maximize Ultramarathon Performance with Jackson Brill | Koopcast Episode 108
23 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Information on coaching-https://www.trainright.comKoop’s Social MediaTwitter/Instagram- @jasonkoop
Training Essentials for Ultrarunning 2nd Edition | Koopcast Episode 107
16 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Training Essentials for Ultrarunning 2nd is now released. We have a conversation with the authors on what to expect from the book. Find the book here...
The Use Case for Heart Rate Variability with Marco Altini and Corrine Malcolm | Koopcast Episode 106
09 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Marco’s app- HRV4TrainingMarco on Twitter Information on coaching-www.trainright.comKoop’s Social MediaTwitter/Instagram- @jasonkoop
Ask Me Anything - Cross Training, Base Training and What Young Ultrarunners Should Focus On | Koopcast Episode 105
02 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Want to ask a question on a future episode? Use the SpeakPipe link below or DM on Instagram.SpeakPipe linkInformation on coaching-www.trainright.comKo...
Cannabis and Athletic Performance Jamie Burr PhD | Koopcast Episode 104
25 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Jamie Burr is an Associate Professor in Human Health and Nutritional Science and the director of the Human Performance and Health Research lab at the ...
Treating Athletes With Eating Disorders with Kate Bennett, PsyD | Koopcast Episode 103
18 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kate’s websiteKate’s Book- Treating Athletes With Eating DisordersInformation on coaching-www.trainright.comKoop’s Social Media-Twitter/Instagra...
Is the Oura 3 worth it? A coach roundtable with Stephanie Howe PhD, Corrine Malcolm and Ryne Anderson | Koopcast Episode 102
11 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This podcast is a coaching roundtable inspired by listener questions. It is about if the Oura 3 is worth it and what the use cases are. Oura 3 valida...
Physical Therapy Modalities with Nat Collins, DPT CSCS | Koopcast Episode 101
04 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Nat Collins is a DPT and CSCS practicing in Colorado Springs, COhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/nat-collins-dpt-ocs-cscs-a9310a4/Information on coaching-w...
Successful Physical Therapy for Ultrarunners with John Chao DPT OCS | Koopcast Episode 100
28 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Matrix Physical Therapy Information on coaching-www.trainright.comKoop’s Social MediaTwitter/Instagram- @jasonkoop
How To Make The Most Out Of Physical Therapy with Jessica Cozine-Lehman | Koopcast Episode 99
21 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Physical therapist, Jessica Cozine-Lehman, earned her undergraduate degree from Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, AZ and her Doctor of Physica...
Potential Long Term Health Effects of Ultramarathon Running with Nick Tiller PhD | Koopcast Episode 98
14 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Potential Long Term Health Problems Associated with Ultra-Endurance Running: A Narrative ReviewNick’s interview on triathlete magazineNick’s book-...
Heat Acclimation Strategies with Julien Périard PhD | Koopcast Episode 97
07 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Julien Périard is a Research Professor at the University of Canberra Research Institute for Sport and Exercise (UCRISE), where he leads the Environme...
Overtraining Markers with Brent Ruby | Koopcast Episode 96
30 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Brent Ruby is an exercise physiologist at the University of MontanaYou can find out more about his lab here-https://www.researchgate.net/lab/Brent-C-R...
There Is No Off-Season - A Coach Roundtable | Koopcast Episode 95
16 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Coach Koop sits down with coaches Stephanie Howe PhD, AJW, Darcie Murphy, and Ryne Anderson to discuss what they are doing with their athletes’ tran...
Ask Koop Anything- Toughness Training and Separating your Calories from Hydration | Koopcast Episode 94
09 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, Coach Koop takes on listener questions. The first question was about training for adversity and toughness. How often should you do th...
Self Talk for Enhanced Ultramarathon Performance with Karim Ramadan | Koopcast Episode 93
04 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Karim’s Instagram- @myperformancepsychologistThe previous episode with Karim: https://www.jasonkoop.com/podcast/mental-skills-and-self-talk-for-ultr...
GI Issues in Ultrarunning with Kyle Smith | Koopcast Episode 92
26 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kyle Smith is a researcher and Ph.D. candidate at the University of Arizona. He is the lead author of this paper which was discussed during the podcas...
GI Issues in Ultrarunning. Problems and Solutions with Jamie Pugh PhD | Koopcast Episode 91
19 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Jamie Pugh is a researcher, coach, and athlete with a specialty in GI issues in endurance sports. He is the co-author on the recent paper- Gastrointes...
Why Coach Education Matters with Rick Prince CEO UESCA | Koopcast Episode 90
12 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Rick Prince is the Founder and CEO of UESCA. https://coachendurancesports.com/Discount for KoopCast Listeners- Get $100 off the UESCA Ultramarathon ...
200 Mile Strategy with Coaches Corrine Malcolm, AJW and Duncan Callahan | Koopcast Episode 89
05 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we discuss what strategies we use for sleep, nutrition, and pacing with athletes doing 200-mile ultramarathon races. Information on ...
Running Injuries and Blood Flow Restriction with Patrick McGlade | Koopcast Episode 88
15 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Patrick McGlade is a PTA at Next Level Sports Performance and an ultramarathon Coach with CTS.Information on coaching-www.trainright.comInformation on...
Uphill and Downhill Biomechanics with Wouter Hoogkamer PhD | Koopcast Episode 87
08 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Wouter Hoogkamer is a PhD professor and researcher at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. He has contributed immensely to our understanding of r...
Tapering for Ultrarunning with Iñigo Mujika PhD | Koopcast Episode 86
01 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Iñigo Mujika is one of the most foremost experts in the world in sports performance and tapering. He has made seminal contributions to our understand...
Antidoping Solutions for Ultrarunning Part 5 - Dylan Bowman and Mario Fraoli | Koopcast Episode 85
24 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This podcast is the final in a five-part series about anti-doping policy in the sport of trail and ultrarunning. https://www.globaldro.com/HomeUSADA ...
Antidoping Solutions for Ultrarunning Part 4 - Charlie Ware | Koopcast Episode 84
17 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Charlie Ware is a runner and instigator of one of the original pieces for a framework for an anti-doping solution in ultrarunning. Information on coa...
Antidoping Solutions for Ultrarunning Part 3 - Lisa Roberts | Koopcast Episode 83
10 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Lisa Roberts is a former professional triathlete entering the sport of trail and ultrarunning. https://www.globaldro.com/HomeWestern States Endurance...
Antidoping Solutions for Ultrarunning Part 2 - Paul Dimeo | Koopcast Episode 82
03 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Dimeo is a professor of policy in sport at the university of Serling. Paul’s Book- https://www.amazon.com/Anti-Doping-Crisis-Sport-Paul-Dimeo/d...
Antidoping Solutions for Ultrarunning Part 1 - USADA and Dr. Fedoruk | Koopcast Episode 81
27 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Fedoruk is the Chief Science Officer for USADA. In this episode, we discuss the landscape of anti-doping solutions and what USADA does to combat d...
Injuries and RED-S with Dr. Emily Kraus | Koopcast Episode 80
20 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Emily Kraus specializes in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) sports medicine and takes a unique approach to the diagnosis, treatment...
Framework for Ultramarathon Performance with Guillaume Millet PhD | Koopcast Episode 79
13 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Guillaume Millet is a researcher and athlete. He has contributed immensely to our understanding of ultramarathon performance. Gui’s Twitter account...
How You Should Train Before, During and After your COVID vaccine with Glen Davison PhD | Koopcast Episode 78
06 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Glen Davison is Reader and Director of Research in the School of Sport and Exercise Sciences at the University of Kent, where he also co-ordinates...
What Athletes Should Be Doing Right Now with Coach John Fitzgerald | Koopcast Episode 77
29 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
John Fitzgerald is a Pro Coach at CTS. During this conversation, we go over what athletes should be doing right now as racing returns, if FKTs are her...
Heat Stress Challenges in Ultramarathon Events with Nicolas Bouscaren and Sebastien Racinais | Koopcast Episode 76
22 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Heat stress challenges are the difference for ultramarathon events vs marathon events. But how different are they exactly? That’s the question Nicho...
The Neurophysiology of Performance with Dr. Simon Marshall PhD | Koopcast Episode 75
15 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Simon Marshall is an internationally renowned expert in the psychology of health, exercise, and performance. He works with elite and recreational athl...
Eating Disorders In Endurance Athletes With Dr. Kate Bennett | Koopcast Episode 74
08 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kate Bennett is a clinical psychologist with a specialty in treating endurance athletes with eating disorders. Dr. Bennett’s website - http://www.l...
Mighty Mitochondria with Iñigo San Millán | Koopcast Episode 73
01 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Iñigo San Millan is a professor at the University of Colorado School of Medicine where he does clinical and research work in cellular metabolism, esp...
What Makes a Great Ultrarunning Coach with Kristen Dieffenbach PhD | Koopcast Episode 72
25 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kristen Dieffenbach is a professor at West Virginia University and an expert in coach development. She has spent over two decades developing coaches a...
Caffeine and Performance with Nanci Guest, PhD, RD, CSCS | Koopcast Episode 71
18 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Nanci Guest is a registered dietitian (sports focus), personal trainer, strength and conditioning coach, and she has been working in private pract...
Creating Brave Athletes with Lesley Paterson | Koopcast Episode 70
11 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Lesley Paterson is a professional endurance athlete, coach, and author. Her book “The Brave Athlete: Calm the F*uck Down and rise to the occasion ca...
How To Optimize Steep Running With Rodger Kram PhD | Koopcast Episode 69
04 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Rodger Kram PhD is a professor emeritus at the University of Colorado, Boulder. He is one of the most sought-after biomechanists of our generation hav...
Transgender Women in the Female Category of Sport with Emma Hilton PhD | Koopcast Episode 68
25 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Emma Hilton PhD is a developmental biologist at the University of Manchester in the UK. She has advised various governing bodies on transgender policy...
Stem Cell Therapy for Ultrarunners with Dr. Vass and Khoshal | Koopcast Episode 67
18 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Vass and Khoshal are medical doctors practicing regenerative medicine therapies out of the Rocky Mountain Regenerative Medicine Center in Boulder,...
How to Return To Running Safely Post COVID infection with Dr. Ben Levine | Koopcast Episode 66
11 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Ben Levine is a renowned cardiologist practicing medicine at the UT Southwestern Medical center in Dallas, Texas. His distinguished career covers ...
Altitude and Performance with Robert Mazzeo, PhD | Koopcast Episode 65
04 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Robert Mazzeo PhD is a world-renowned physiologist with a particular specialty in studying the effects of altitude on performance. His work has been i...
Mental Skills and Self Talk for Ultrarunning with Karim Ramadan | Koopcast Episode 64
28 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Karim Ramadan is a PhD candidate at the University of Thessaly specializing in sports psychology and self-talk. He is also a mountain sports athlete a...
Polarized Training for Ultrarunners with Stephen Seiler, PhD | Koopcast Episode 63
21 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you have ever heard of the term ‘Polarized Training’ or ‘80/20’, you have Stephen Seiler to thank. Stephen is sought after by elite athlete...
Neuromuscular Fatigue in Ultrarunning with Roger Enoka, PhD | Koopcast Episode 62
14 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Roger Enoka, PhD is a Professor in the Integrative Physiology Department at the University of Colorado, Boulder. His research interests include the ne...
When to Use Hiking Poles in Ultrarunning With Nicola Giovanelli, PhD | Koopcast Episode 61
07 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, host Jason Koop speaks Nicola Giovanelli about when and how to use trekking pole to improve your ultramarathon performance. Papers r...
Footwear Innovation from the Salomon Sports Science Laboratory | Koopcast Episode 60
31 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, host Jason Koop speaks with Sebastien Pavailer Ph.D. and Marlene Giandolini Ph.D. of the Salomon Sports Science Laboratory about foot...
Branden Joy - FKT on Montana’s 50 Highest Peaks | Koopcast Episode 59
24 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Branden is a CTS athlete that recently completed Montana’s 50 highest peaks. In this episode, we discuss his training and preparation leading up to ...
Prosthetics and Performance with Alena Grabowski, PhD | Koopcast Episode 58
17 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Alena is a PhD in Integrative physiology at the University of Colorado, Boulder. She specializes in biomechanics and specifically prosthetics and othe...
Research Breakdown: Effects of Oral Contraceptives on Exercise with Coach Chantelle Robitaille | Koopcast Episode 57
10 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the podcast, we talk to CTS coach Chantelle Robitaille about a recent systematic review and meta-analysis on how oral contraceptive...
CTS Athlete Spotlight - Michael Koppy and the Superior Hiking Trail | Koopcast Episode 56
03 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Michael Koppy and his coach Stephanie Howe about his attempt and FKT on the Superior Hiking Trail. At the perfect age of...
How to Track Training Load with Max Paquette, PhD | Koopcast Episode 55
26 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of the podcast is with Biomechanist and Coach Max Paquette, PdH. Max is an associate professor a the University of Memphis and in this ep...
CTS Athlete Spotlight - Kevin Mays and Coach AJW | Koopcast Episode 54
19 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the KoopCast we put the spotlight on CTS Athlete Kevin Mays. Like many athletes during the COVID-19 pandemic, Kevin had to pivot hi...
Research Review! LCHF and Ketogenic Diets For Endurance Athletes with Stephanie Howe PhD | Koopcast Episode 53
12 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Coach Stephanie Howe and Jason Koop review the latest research on Low Carbohydrate and Ketogenic diets for endurance athletesReferenced papers:Crisis ...
The State of Ultrarunning with Amy Clark, Editor of Ultrarunning Magazine | Koopcast Episode 52
05 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Amy Clark is the Editor of Ultrarunning Magazine. We discuss the state of ultrarunning as well as what the future might hold. Ultrarunning Magzine
Running With the Kenyans and Rise of the Ultrarunners With Adharanand Finn | Koopcast Episode 51
29 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Adharanand Finn is the author of three critically acclaimed books, Running with the Kenyans, The Way of the Runner, and The Rise of the Ultra Runners....
Research Breakdown! Interval frequency with CTS Coach Corrine Malcolm | Koopcast Episode 50
22 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Coach Corrine Malcolm and Coach Jason Koop break down two scientific papers and discuss how to get your interval training right. Refe...
Ironman’s Expansion Into Ultrarunning With Dave Beeche | Koopcast Episode 49
15 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dave Beeche is a Senior Vice President & Managing Director for Oceania for the Ironman Group. Dave and the host discuss Ironman’s entry into the...
Good Food, Bad Diet with Abby Langer RD | Koopcast Episode 48
08 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Abby Langer is a Registered Dietician and founder of Abby Langer Nutrition in Toronto, Canada. Abby’s nutritional philosophy is both about the food ...
Rebecca Rusch, Lessons from the Queen of Pain | Koopcast Episode 47
01 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Rebecca Rusch, otherwise known as the Queen of Pain, is an illustrious endurance athlete. Among her many accomplishments is begin a 7-time world champ...
Jay T. Kearney PhD on Leadership, Mentorship and Performance | Koopcast Episode 46
24 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Jay T. Kearney PhD is a performance physiologist and leadership consultant. He was an olympian in canoe and kayak in the ill fated 1980 Olympics. He w...