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How to Track Training Load with Max Paquette, PhD | Koopcast Episode 55 Nov 26, 2020

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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 episode we discuss some recent research and commentary on training load.
Max’s Bio
Papers discussed:

Moving Beyond Weekly "Distance": Optimizing Quantification of Training Load in Runners
Session Rating of Perceived Exertion Combined With Training Volume for Estimating Training Responses in Runners
Age and training volume influence joint kinetics during running

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CTS Athlete Spotlight - Kevin Mays and Coach AJW | Koopcast Episode 54 Nov 19, 2020

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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 his goals and new ways to stay motivated and improve. Kevin worked with his coach, CTS coach AJW to capture a personal goal of setting a 'new to him' FKT on the Mammoth Cave trail.
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Research Review! LCHF and Ketogenic Diets For Endurance Athletes with Stephanie Howe PhD | Koopcast Episode 53 Nov 12, 2020

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Coach Stephanie Howe and Jason Koop review the latest research on Low Carbohydrate and Ketogenic diets for endurance athletes
Referenced papers:
Crisis of confidence averted: Impairment of exercise economy and performance in elite race walkers by ketogenic low carbohydrate, high fat (LCHF) diet is reproducible
Re-Examining High-Fat Diets for Sports Performance: Did We Call the 'Nail in the Coffin' Too Soon?
Ketogenic low‐CHO, high‐fat diet: the future of elite endurance sport?
"Fat adaptation" for athletic performance: the nail in the coffin?
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The State of Ultrarunning with Amy Clark, Editor of Ultrarunning Magazine | Koopcast Episode 52 Nov 05, 2020

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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 Oct 29, 2020

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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.
Adharanand’s first title was named Sunday Times Sports Book of the Year, he won Best New Writer at the British Sports Book awards and he has twice been shortlisted for the biggest prize in sports writing: the William Hill Sports Book of the Year. He writes regular feature articles for the Guardian, the Financial Times, the Telegraph, Runner’s World magazine and many other publications. He has run 10 ultra marathons, and has a best marathon time of 2 hours 50 mins. He lives in south-west England with his wife and three children.

Research Breakdown! Interval frequency with CTS Coach Corrine Malcolm | Koopcast Episode 50 Oct 22, 2020

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In this episode Coach Corrine Malcolm and Coach Jason Koop break down two scientific papers and discuss how to get your interval training right.
Referenced papers
The Influence of Interval training Frequency on Time Trial Performance in Elite Athletes

Block periodization of high-intensity aerobic intervals provides superior training effects in trained cyclists
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Ironman’s Expansion Into Ultrarunning With Dave Beeche | Koopcast Episode 49 Oct 15, 2020

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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 trail and ultra space, what it means for trail runners, and Ironman’s future plans.

Good Food, Bad Diet with Abby Langer RD | Koopcast Episode 48 Oct 08, 2020

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Abby Langer is a Registered Dietician and founder of Abby Langer Nutrition in Toronto, Canada. Abby’s nutritional philosophy is both about the food and our why surrounding what we eat. Her first book ‘Good Food, Bad Diet’ is scheduled for release in January 2021.
Abby Langer’s Website
Good Food, Bad Diet
Abby on Twitter
Abby on Facebook
Abby on Instagram

Rebecca Rusch, Lessons from the Queen of Pain | Koopcast Episode 47 Oct 01, 2020

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Rebecca Rusch, otherwise known as the Queen of Pain, is an illustrious endurance athlete. Among her many accomplishments is begin a 7-time world champion on the mountain bike, cross country skis and gravel bike, 4 X Leadville Trail 100 MTB champion, 2019 mountain bike hall of fame inductee, and has won the Dirty Kanza 6 times, including the 305-mile DKXL. Rebecca is known as the ‘Queen of Pain’ and in this podcast, we discuss how she lives up to that moniker.
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Jay T. Kearney PhD on Leadership, Mentorship and Performance | Koopcast Episode 46 Sep 24, 2020

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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 was a personal mentor to many coaches, including the host. This episode covers leadership, mentorship and why coaches and athletes need these people in their lives.

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