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OUTLINE:
0:00 Introduction
1:58 The marathon mentality
9:07 The psychology of quitting
20:13 Variety in ultramarathons
27:29 What does it take to run 100 miles?
32:52 Leading ultramarathon events
36:33 Training and race strategy
39:03 100 Mile world record
43:05 Foot strike variability and cadence
45:54 The 11 hour barrier
49:21 The most beautiful thing about running
55:43 Zach's training regime
1:00:30 MAF 180 Formula
1:10:55 Training plans
1:25:54 Marathons vs. 100 miles
1:34:55 Zach's diet philosophy
1:49:43 Fueling for race day
1:56:58 Training while fasted
2:00:35 Embracing the chaos
2:02:05 100Mile treadmill WR
2:06:15 The legend of Bert Kreischer
2:10:40 The Transcontinental Run across America
2:28:15 Who is the greatest endurance athlete of all time?
2:35:29 Shoe technology in running
2:48:39 Human limits
2:51:14 Zach's biggest obstacles
2:54:58 Advice for young people

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