Endurance Junkie Podcast

Jason Koop is the Director of Coaching for Carmichael Training Systems. He coaches a variety of endurance athletes from the beginner to the elite like ultrarunners Timothy Olson and Dylan Bowman. He is the author of Training Essentials for Ultrarunning, a complete training guide for ultrarunners of all abilities. His training method is rooted in a a structured, periodized ultra training plan that focuses on developing an athlete's energy systems for the long haul. In this interview we talk about: – Jason’s sporting background – His coaching philosphy and why he stared coaching – His role at Carmichael Training Systems – Mistakes athletes make during their off-season – The science behind maximizing ultramarathon performance – A promo to use at Carmichael Training Systems (code = JUNKIE)