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In this episode, I'm joined by Latt Mansor, Research Lead at HVMN.

Latt holds a PhD in Physiology, Anatomy and Genetics from the University of Oxford, where his research focused on the metabolism of the type 2 diabetic heart in hypoxia. He also holds an M.A. (Columbia University) and B.Sc. (Hons) (University of Nottingham) in Biotechnology. He is a world expert in physiology and metabolism, and consults with elite sport, military, clinical and research organizations.

The focus of this conversation is on the practical applications of exogenous ketone supplementation in ultra-endurance settings.

Note - HVMN is a sponsor of the podcast. While I was a user of their products prior to this financial relationship and have been interested in this particular topic for a while now, it is important to disclose my ties to the company. Keep this in mind as you listen to the episode.

Timestamps:

• (1:42) - defining exogenous ketones, experience with exogenous ketones
• (9:23) - differences between endogenous and exogenous ketones
• (12:58) - fueling simultaneously with carbohydrates and exogenous ketones
• (16:35) - debating the performance versus recovery benefits of exogenous ketones
• (23:56) - discussing potential recovery, adaptation, and sleep benefits during heavy training periods
• (35:06) - suggested supplementation protocol for exogenous ketones during ultramarathons
• (49:22) - addressing various criticisms of exogenous ketones 
• (67:57) - research requests for exogenous ketones

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In this episode, I'm joined by Meghan Hicks from IRunFar to reflect on the Hardrock 100 and Western States 100, the history and long-term trajectory of their race coverage and business model, and other media development topics.

Sponsors:

• Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/discount/SINGLETRACK20) to get 20% off your next order
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In this episode, I'm joined by David Hedges and Jack Kuenzle.

You may have already seen it in the news, but David recently set a new supported and overall FKT on the Nolan's 14 route in Colorado, finishing in a time of 39 hours, 6 minutes and 40 seconds.

Jack joins the conversation as a member of his crew and pacing team and together we break down his effort, strategy, philosophy around choosing personal projects versus formal racing goals, and the impact of the effort in the broader community.

**One thing to note - there are moments of profanity in this episode, please keep that in mind if you find that off-putting or aren’t in the best environment to listen to such banter.

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• Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/discount/SINGLETRACK20) to get 20% off your next order
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• HVMN - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://hvmn.com/SINGLETRACK20) to get 20% off your next order or 30% off your subscription.

Links:

• Fastest Known Time - Nolan's 14 (Route History)
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Finn Melanson, Brett Hornig, and Jeff Colt recap the 2023 Hardrock 100 - the live coverage, major takeaways, top athlete performances, the possible futures of the event, and listener takes.

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• Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/discount/SINGLETRACK20) to get 20% off your next order
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• HVMN - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://hvmn.com/SINGLETRACK20) to get 20% off your next order or 30% off your subscription.

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• Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Twitter, Youtube, and Patreon
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Mallory Richard writes a regular column for IRunFar called “Running The Numbers”, which uses quantitative data to talk about trail and ultrarunning. 

We discuss the pros and cons of the current athlete ranking systems in our sport, interesting performance insights from the UTMB and Golden Trail World Series events, and other interesting topics like how often runners improve their performance at a given race.

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• HVMN - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://hvmn.com/SINGLETRACK20) to get 20% off your next order or 30% off your subscription.

Links:

• Running The Numbers
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We are back with cohost Katie Schide for another edition of our Eurotrack mini-series covering relevant happenings at the Western States 100, Lavaredo 120K, Mount Blanc 90K, and the 80K Trail World Championships last month before looking ahead to some of the European runners toeing the line at the Hardrock 100 this weekend.

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Links:

• Follow Katie on Instagram, Strava, North Face
• Follow Singletrack on Instagram, Youtube, and Patreon

Additional Episodes You May Enjoy:

• #212 - Katie Schide | Eurotrack Introduction, Transvulcania Preview

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Josh Rowe, a Performance Nutritionist for Maurten, joins the show to talk about all things ultra running nutrition.

Timestamps:

• (1:02) - Exploring Unknowns in Ultra Endurance Nutrition
• (8:32) - Bicarbonate and Liquid Calorie Strategies
• (14:54) - Endurance Race Fueling and Hydration
• (24:31) - Exploring Carbohydrate and Gut Training
• (38:10) - Hydrogel Technology and Endurance Performance
• (44:35) - The Importance of Taste in Fueling
• (50:33) -Exploring Performance Nutrition in Endurance Racing

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• Maurten - head over to their website (https://www.maurten.com/) and shop for gels, bars, and drink mixes.

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Finn Melanson and Brett Hornig recap the 2023 Western States 100 - the live coverage, major takeaways, top athlete performances, the possible futures of the event, and listener takes.

Timestamps:

• (1:20) - when ultrarunning livestreams will become more entertaining than in-person viewing
• (16:12) - analyzing Courtney Dauwalter's record performance
• (31:00) - how and where the men's and women's races were won at Western States
• (50:26) - increasing professionalism of ultrarunning
• (72:50) - increasing international competition at Western States
• (90:23) - additional race analysis, insights
• (98:56) - responding to listener comments, questions
• (107:59) - reflecting on our coverage of Broken Arrow and Western States

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• Feetures - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://feetures.com/) to get 20% off your next order). 
• Hoka - check out the new Tecton X2 and Zinal 2 (https://www.hoka.com/en/us/)
• Maurten - head over to their website (https://www.maurten.com/) and shop for gels, bars, and drink mixes.

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• Follow Finn on Instagram, Strava, Twitter, Youtube, and Patreon
• Follow Brett on Instagram, Strava, Youtube, and The Feed

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Jon Rea returns to the Singletrack Podcast to discuss his preparation and outlook for the 2023 Western States 100.

Sponsors:

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• Hoka - check out the new Tecton X2 and Zinal 2 (https://www.hoka.com/en/us/)
• Maurten - head over to their website (https://www.maurten.com/) and shop for gels, bars, and drink mixes.

Links:

• Follow Jon on Strava

Additional Episodes You May Enjoy:

• #150 - Jonathan Rea | Golden Ticket Talk - 2022 Javelina Jundred
• #35 - Golden Ticket Talks | Jonathan Rea, Bandera 100K 1st Place Male

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Brett Hornig and Mike McMonagle join the podcast to provide an in-depth preview of the 2023 Western States 100. We analyze the course, talk about what it's going to take to be successful, note some of the interesting storylines around the event, and yes, make our predictions for the female top 10 finishers this year.

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• Rabbit - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://www.runinrabbit.com/discount/SINGLETRACK20) to get 20% off your next order
• Feetures - use code Singletrack20 at checkout on their website (https://feetures.com/) to get 20% off your next order)
• Hoka - check out the new Tecton X2 and Zinal 2 (https://www.hoka.com/en/us/)
• Maurten - head over to their website (https://www.maurten.com/) and shop for gels, bars, and drink mixes.

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