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KoopCast

Jason Koop

Coach Jason Koop covers training, nutrition and recent happenings in the ultramarathon world.

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61:56

Koop AI, Unboxed

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2025/10/08

We reveal how Koop AI turns 25 years of coaching into an adaptive, terrain-aware training system for trail and ultra runners. We share why we built it, what it does today, where it falls short, and how we’re improving it with real race data. • why serious runners wanted expert validation without elite pricing • the three pillars of coaching we modeled: prescribe, analyze, communicate • onboarding that pulls real history, constraints, and race demands • dynamic plan changes for travel, missed...

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63:33

Brain Endurance Training with Scott Frey, PhD |...

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2025/05/23

Dr. Scott H. Frey is an internationally renowned neuroscientist and psychologist, accomplished endurance athlete, author, and teacher. Scott helps individuals and groups identify and realize their aspirations. He can be reached at: Scott@CerebralPerformance.com Want to become a better coach? Check out UESCA’s Ultramarathon Coach Certification. Sign up for CTS Coaching-https://trainright.com/coaching/ultrarunning/ Subscribe to Research Essentials for Ultrarunning-https://www.jasonkoop.com/re...

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57:40

Insights from Ultramarathon Pacing Strategies with...

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2025/05/16

Baptiste Morel-Prieur is a author on a recent paper titled Submaximal force-velocity relationships during mountain ultramarathon: Data from the field Research from the 2023 UTMB offers ground-breaking insights into trail running performance by analyzing how runners handle different gradients throughout a race. Batiste Moral shares his data-driven approach that identifies specific areas where athletes can improve from year to year. • Analyzing Strava data from 600 UTMB participants reveals dis...

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66:07

Monitoring for Overtraining Syndrome with Sophie...

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2025/05/09

Sophie Herzog is the Owner and Co-founder and primary performance analyst at the MRYA center for athlete development. MYRA institute: https://www.myracad.com/ Koopcast on HRV https://www.myracad.com/articles/the-athletes-career-insurance-implementation-of-monit oring-tools-to-prevent-underperformance-in-sports Sign up for CTS Coaching-https://trainright.com/coaching/ultrarunning/ Subscribe to Research Essentials for Ultrarunning-https://www.jasonkoop.com/research-essentials-for-ultrarunning...

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51:45

Training the Gut for Ultramarathons with Isabel...

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2025/04/24

Isabel Martinez is a Research Sports Dietitian In the Department of Nutrition, Dietetics and Food at Monash University. She is the author of several studies on gut training as well as consults with athletes in this area. The Effect of Gut-Training and Feeding-Challenge on Markers of Gastrointestinal Status in Response to Endurance Exercise: A Systematic Literature Review https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37061651/ Development of a low-fructose carbohydrate gel for exercise application https:/...

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97:19

The Brain’s Role in Ultrarunning Performance with...

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2025/04/17

Dr. Scott H. Frey is an internationally renowned neuroscientist and psychologist, accomplished endurance athlete, author, and teacher. Scott helps individuals and groups identify and realize their aspirations. He can be reached at: Scott@CerebralPerformance.com Additional resources: https://www.cerebralperformance.com/ Sign up for CTS Coaching-https://trainright.com/coaching/ultrarunning/ Subscribe to Research Essentials for Ultrarunning-https://www.jasonkoop.com/research-essentials-for-ultr...

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68:42

Durability in Ultrarunning with Michele Zanini, PhD |...

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2025/04/10

Michele Zanini is a PhD candidate at Loughborough University as well as the head of Strength and Conditioning for the Italian Triathlon Federation. During this podcast we ddiscuss the concept of durability as it relates to ultramarathon performance. Papers discussed- Durability of Running Economy: Differences between Quantification Methods and Performance Status in Male Runners Sign up for CTS Coaching-https://trainright.com/coaching/ultrarunning/ Subscribe to Research Essentials for Ultr...

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79:14

Polarized or Pyramidal Training for Ultrarunning with...

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2025/04/04

Michael Rosenblat comes back on the podcast to discuss his new paper exploring what types of interval workouts are most effective for Ultrarunners. Which Training Intensity Distribution Intervention will Produce the Greatest Improvements in Maximal Oxygen Update and Time-Trial Performance in Endurance Athletes? A Systematic Review and Network Meta-analysis of Individual Participant Data. Michael’s website-https://www.evidencebasedcoaching.ca/ Koop’s article on interval training-https://t...

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82:41

High Carbohydrate Intake for Ultrarunners #237

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2024/10/25

Aitor Virbay is a Researcher in Exercise Physiologist and Metabolism and the Head of the nutrition and physiology department for the WT INEOS Grenadiers cycling team. He is also a scientific advisor to elite athletes and various companies as well as the Founder and Director of Glut4Science, a platform for scientific outreach.Glut4Science: https://glut4science.comAitor’s X Account: https://x.com/mvaitorSUBSCRIBE to Research Essentials for UltrarunningAdditional resources:Buy Training Essential...

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101:07

Elite Athlete Contracts with Kelly Newlon #236

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2024/09/30

Curious about the secrets behind elite athlete contract negotiations? Get ready to master the art of securing powerful deals as we sit down with Kelly Newland, an expert who has transitioned from catering to top athletes to advising them on contract strategies. Inspired by her popular Instagram series, Kelly shares invaluable tips and tactics for athletes preparing to reCoach Jason Koop sits down with Kelly Newlon to discuss the state of elite ultramarathon contracts and best practices for at...

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69:10

Thoughts on DNF with Coaches AJW and Neal Palles #235

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2024/09/21

What drives an ultra marathoner to push through the final miles, or decide to DNF (Did Not Finish)? This episode tackles this profound question head-on, drawing from recent high-profile races like UTMB, Run Rabbit Run, and Leadville Trail 100. We explore the mental frameworks and pre-race preparations that can make or break an athlete's performance. By sharing personal stories and expert insights, we aim to provide guidance that helps athletes make confident decisions during and after a race,...

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48:10

Double Threshold Workouts for Ultrarunning with Rune...

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2024/09/12

Coach Jason Koop discusses the merits of double threshold workouts with Rune Talsnes. Comparison of acute physiological responses between one long and two short sessions of moderate-intensity training in endurance athletes.SUBSCRIBE to Research Essentials for UltrarunningAdditional resources:Buy Training Essentials for Ultrarunning on Amazon or Audible.Information on coaching-www.trainright.comKoop’s Social MediaTwitter/Instagram- @jasonkoop

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42:07

High Performance Coaching for Elite Ultrarunners...

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2024/09/07

Coach Jason Koop sits down with Stephanie Howe PhD, Nicole Rasmussen and Sarah Scozzaro to discuss the development and launch of our High Performance Coaching service for elite ultra runners. Info on the High Performance Coaching ProgramSubscribe to Research Essentials for UltrarunningAdditional resources:SUBSCRIBE to Research Essentials for UltrarunningBuy Training Essentials for Ultrarunning on Amazon or Audible.Information on coaching-www.trainright.comKoop’s Social MediaTwitter/Instagram-...

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71:53

The Race Recovery Cycle with CTS Coaches Adam...

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2024/08/26

Ever wondered how elite trail and ultra runners manage to stay competitive throughout a jam-packed racing calendar? Join us as CTS coaches Neal Pallas and Adam Ferdinandson unlock the secrets to mastering the race recovery cycle. From developing tailored recovery plans to navigating the intricacies of transitioning between different race categories, this episode is loaded with actionable strategies to keep you performing at your peak while steering clear of injury and burnout.What happens whe...

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48:56

Excelling in Chamonix - Coach Roundtable | CTS...

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2024/08/19

Coaches Stephanie Howe, PhD and Ryne Anderson discuss what athletes should and should not be doing in the several days leading up to UTMB.Timeshifter appAdditional resources:SUBSCRIBE to Research Essentials for UltrarunningBuy Training Essentials for Ultrarunning on Amazon or Audible.Information on coaching-www.trainright.comKoop’s Social MediaTwitter/Instagram- @jasonkoop

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68:06

Micro-Periodization Strategies with Luca Filipas, PhD...

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2024/08/05

Luca Filipas is a coach, researcher and exercise physiologist based out of Milan Italy. He is the coach of TotalEnergies Pro Cycling Team, Owner and Coach of Endurance Academy and Researcher at the University of Milan. Paper discussed-Beyond the classical periodization: the new frontier of micro-periodization for endurance disciplinesPrevious podcast with LucaThe use case for HRV in ultrarunning with Marco AltiniAdditional resources:SUBSCRIBE to Research Essentials for UltrarunningBuy Trainin...

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80:07

Heat Mitigation Strategies with Julien Périard, PhD #229

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2024/06/24

Uncover the secrets to excelling in extreme heat with Julian Perriard, a leading expert in environmental physiology. As the Western States Endurance Run approaches, Julian provides cutting-edge strategies for heat mitigation, including ice baths, slurries, and menthol gels. With rising global temperatures impacting athletic performance, we delve into crucial safety measures for endurance athletes. Learn how to maximize your performance while staying safe, regardless of the weather conditions....

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94:32

Western States 100 Masterclass with Coach AJW #228

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2024/06/13

Coach AJW discuss all things Western States 100 including how to manage before and during race. This podcast is a must have for any athlete and crew preparing for the Western States 100. Crack a Brew with AJWHeat Acclimation Strategies with Julién PeriardAdditional resources:SUBSCRIBE to Research Essentials for UltrarunningBuy Training Essentials for Ultrarunning on Amazon or Audible.Information on coaching-www.trainright.comKoop’s Social MediaTwitter/Instagram- @jasonkoop

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56:40

Sports Nutrition Labels & Quality Control with...

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2024/06/08

Doug Brown is the founder and CEO of Untapped. In this discussion we review how nutrition labels are created and what the quality control process looks like for a nutrition product that is derived from natural components. Additional resources:SUBSCRIBE to Research Essentials for UltrarunningBuy Training Essentials for Ultrarunning on Amazon or Audible.Information on coaching-www.trainright.comKoop’s Social MediaTwitter/Instagram- @jasonkoop

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108:28

Spring Energy - Nutrition Integrity and Transparency...

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2024/06/01

Our Research for Essentials for Ultrarunning team discuss the recent Spring Energy debacle. Access the Spring reportsStephanie Howe-https://trainright.com/coaches/stephanie-howe/Nick Tiller-https://skepticalinquirer.orgJim Rutberg-https://trainright.com/coaches/jim-rutberg/Join Coach Jason Koop, Stephanie Howe, Nick Tiller, and Jim Rutberg on this episode of the KoopCast as they discuss lab results that reveal significant nutritional discrepancies in Spring Energy products, the implications f...

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