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EPISODE · Jun 3, 2025 · 54 MIN

Running 100 Miles: Inside Zach Bitter's Mind, Training, and Nutrition

from The Born Primitive Podcast · host Born Primitive

In this episode of the Born Primitive podcast, Bear and Tony sit down with Zach Bitter. In this episode, ultramarathoner Zach Bitter offers a deep dive into the physical and mental demands of running 100 miles, revealing the mindset required to push through extreme fatigue and discomfort. He breaks down how he maintained an astonishing 6:47 pace over the full distance, highlighting the precise balance of endurance, pacing, and mental focus. Zach also emphasizes the critical role of strength training, often overlooked by runners, in enhancing performance and preventing injury. His nutrition strategy—tailored for long-distance racing—is designed to sustain energy levels while avoiding common digestive issues. Altogether, Zach provides a comprehensive look into what it truly takes to compete at the elite level in ultrarunning.To learn more about Zach check out: http://zachbitter.comTo check out our brand visit: https://bornprimitive.com/And you can  learn more about Born Primitive Tactical by visiting: https://bornprimitivetactical.comFollow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/bornprimitive/Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCruGgs2p3VVVy-v6YTiKuQwPRODUCED BY IRONCLAD

In this episode of the Born Primitive podcast, Bear and Tony sit down with Zach Bitter. In this episode, ultramarathoner Zach Bitter offers a deep dive into the physical and mental demands of running 100 miles, revealing the mindset required to push through extreme fatigue and discomfort. He breaks down how he maintained an astonishing 6:47 pace over the full distance, highlighting the precise balance of endurance, pacing, and mental focus. Zach also emphasizes the critical role of strength training, often overlooked by runners, in enhancing performance and preventing injury. His nutrition strategy—tailored for long-distance racing—is designed to sustain energy levels while avoiding common digestive issues. Altogether, Zach provides a comprehensive look into what it truly takes to compete at the elite level in ultrarunning.To learn more about Zach check out: http://zachbitter.comTo check out our brand visit: https://bornprimitive.com/And you can  learn more about Born Primitive Tactical by visiting: https://bornprimitivetactical.comFollow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/bornprimitive/Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCruGgs2p3VVVy-v6YTiKuQwPRODUCED BY IRONCLAD

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