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evokecast#107 Ask Evoke: Athlete-Submitted Questions For April 2025 Join coaches Scott Johnston and Leif Godberson for our April installment of Ask Evoke, where they answer training questions submitted by members of the Evoke Endurance community.To submit your own training questions for our coaches, send us a direct message on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evokeendurance/Or email your questions to coach@evokeendurance.com00:00:00 Introduction00:01:08 Muscular endurance-style core vs. max-strength core routines and ski-erg training00:06:30 Correcting Aerobic Deficiency Syndrome after moving to high altitude00:11:14 How are ice climbing and dry-tooling similar and d...2025-04-291h 07evokecast#105 Ask Evoke: Athlete-Submitted Questions For March 2025Join coaches Scott Johnston and Kylee Toth for our March installment of Ask Evoke, where they answer training questions submitted by members of the Evoke Endurance community.To submit your own training questions for our coaches, send us a direct message on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evokeendurance/Or email your questions to coach@evokeendurance.com00:00:00 Introduction00:01:16 Common gaps most people have in training theory00:12:23 Does anaerobic work blunt aerobic development if done at the end of a long run?00:16:00 Progressing group-wide physical training in tactical and military applications00:22:14...2025-03-271h 25
Past Our PrimeChuck WepnerAfter beating Joe Frazier and George Foreman in two of the biggest fights in boxing history, Muhammad Ali was looking for an easy win over somebody. Enter Chuck Wepner... This would be a walk in the park for the champ before he could move on to bigger things. Chuck had other plans.After knocking Ali down in the 9th round Wepner told his trainer Al Braverman to start the car... "We're going to the bank, " he said. "We're millionaires." To which Braverman told his fighter, "You better turn around. He's getting up and he...2025-03-241h 15evokecast#102 Ask Evoke: Athlete-Submitted Questions For February 2025Join coaches Scott Johnston and Kylee Toth for our February installment of Ask Evoke, where they answer training questions submitted by members of the Evoke Endurance community.To submit your own training questions for our coaches, send us a direct message on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evokeendurance/Or email your questions to coach@evokeendurance.com00:00:00 Introduction00:01:24 Managing races that are 2-weeks apart00:05:55 Sacrificing mileage for elevation gain as a mountain runner00:16:19 Measuring uphill and downhill accumulation in a mountaineering training plan00:19:14 Wim Hoff breathing positively affecting zone 2 performance?2025-02-271h 46evokecast#99 Ask Evoke: Athlete-Submitted Questions For January 2025Join coaches Scott Johnston and Kylee Toth for our January installment of Ask Evoke, where they answer training questions submitted by members of the Evoke Endurance community.To submit your own training questions for our coaches, send us a direct message on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evokeendurance/Or email your questions to coach@evokeendurance.com0:00:00 Introduction0:01:40 Recovery from energy deficiency syndrome0:06:43 Allocation of training load on weekdays vs. weekends0:10:23 Strength cross-training options for ultra running0:14:52 How to break a plateau in Zone 2 running pace0:20:12 Balancing weight-loss with...2025-01-301h 33evokecast#98 Ski Mountaineering Racing: Training And Competing, With Nikki LaRochelleJoin Evoke coaches Scott Johnston and Nikki LaRochelle for a deep-dive in training for, and competing in ski mountaineering races. 0:00:00 Introduction0:03:08 Best choice of ski skins for the Grand Traverse in Colorado0:10:37 Managing hydration and fueling during races0:19:31 Muscular endurance training for long ski-mo races0:25:21 Longest ski distance during pre-race training0:32:18 Developing a system for transitions0:35:14 Ratio of aerobic/anaerobic energy production utilized during ski-mo races0:45:14 Why do ski-mo racers start fast, even for very long races?0:48:28 Gear requirements during races0:52:48 Specific training focuses in the final eight-weeks b...2025-01-171h 07evokecast#97 Mountain And Tactical Fitness Crossover With Mauri DiMeoJoin Evoke coaches Scott Johnston and Maury Birdwell for a chat with Army Ranger, and alpinist, Mauri DiMeo. DiMeo authors the Tactical Alpinism Instagram, Podcast and Youtube channel, where he shares tactics, techniques, and best practices from recreational and mountain professionals for the military to use.Tactical Alpinism Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TacticalAlpinismInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tacticalalpinism/Spotify: Tactical Alpinism Studies Cited:DOD Arctic Strategy: https://media.defense.gov/2024/Jul/22/2003507411/-1/-1/0/DOD-ARCTIC-STRATEGY-2024.PDF SFAS QC Success study: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/ar...2025-01-091h 09evokecast#96 Ask Evoke: Athlete-Submitted Questions For December 2024Join coaches Scott Johnston and Kylee Toth for our December installment of Ask Evoke, where they answer training questions submitted by members of the Evoke Endurance community.To submit your own training questions for our coaches, send us a direct message on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evokeendurance/Or email your questions to coach@evokeendurance.comAre you a mountaineer who has attempted to climb mountains above 6000 meters? If so, please consider participating in the survey mentioned in this podcast. Specific information on this survey is provided at the link below:...2024-12-271h 17evokecast#94 Ruth Croft: Post-UTMB 2024 Wrap-Up After Her Impressive Second Place FinishJoin Evoke coach Scott Johnston for a conversation with Ruth Croft. Coached by Scott, Ruth secured a second-place finish at UTMB 2024, a race that attracts the best-of-the-best in the ultra running world. Learn about Ruth’s rest and recovery strategies post-UTMB, and approaches used by Ruth and Scott for Ruth’s long-term athletic development. More info on Ruth:https://www.instagram.com/ruthcrofty/0:00:00 Introduction0:00:37 Ruth’s Post-UTMB break form training0:03:00 Training break strategies of other professional racers0:05:07 Does focusing on training, and racing less, lead to better outcomes?0:11:14 Racing often and it’...2024-12-0558 minevokecast#93 Ask Evoke: Athlete-Submitted Questions For November 2024Join coaches Scott Johnston and Kylee Toth for our November installment of Ask Evoke, where they answer training questions submitted by members of the Evoke Endurance community.To submit your own training questions for our coaches, send us a direct message on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evokeendurance/Or email your questions to coach@evokeendurance.com0:00 Introduction0:01:16 Heart rate considerations for Vertical Kilometer Anaerobic Threshold Test0:03:51 Will muscular endurance training improve anaerobic endurance?0:07:53 How local muscular fatigue effects maximum heart rate0:15:49 Does breath-holding during sprint training have a positive...2024-11-281h 11
The Nova SocietyChanges in information and journalism ft. David Cay Johnston S3E152 11.26.2024Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!Today we continue our conversation with journalist David Cay Johnston as we discuss the new way information is disseminated and the state of journalism.The NOVA Society Podcast Season 3 is now Streaming!Support the Nova SocietyOur new Home Landing Page Email us with your Questions and CommentsJoin Our Facebook Page You can also send a direct SM...2024-11-2612 minThe Nova SocietyTrump's economy, foreign and domestic relations ft. David Cay Johnston S3E151 11.25.2024Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!Today we continue our conversation with author and Pulitzer prize winning journalist David Cay Johnston as we ask what a second Trump Presidency might mean for the economy and our policies both domestic and abroad. The NOVA Society Podcast Season 3 is now Streaming!Support the Nova SocietyOur new Home Landing Page Email us with your Questions and CommentsJoin Ou...2024-11-2526 minThe Nova SocietyThe Conman and the Nation ft. David Cay Johnston S3E150 11.22.2024Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!Today we start a 4 part series with Pulitzer prize winning author David Cay Johnston. Prof Johnston is an noted expert on everything Trump and provides some interesting and insightful analysis on the Trump effect. The NOVA Society Podcast Season 3 is now Streaming!Support the Nova SocietyOur new Home Landing Page Email us with your Questions and CommentsJoin Our Fa...2024-11-2222 minevokecast#90 Ask Evoke: Athlete-Submitted Questions For October 2024Join coaches Scott Johnston and Kylee Toth for our October installment of Ask Evoke, where they answer training questions submitted by members of the Evoke Endurance community.To submit your own training questions for our coaches, send us a direct message on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evokeendurance/Or email your questions to coach@evokeendurance.com0:00 Introduction0:01:05 How to train aerobic capacity with arthritis0:04:00 Gauging intensity levels for general and max-strength 0:07:40 Methods for delaying age-related muscle loss while training endurance0:13:41 How often should an athlete conduct an aerobic threshold t...2024-10-261h 21evokecast#88 Ask Evoke: Athlete-Submitted Questions For September 2024Join coaches Scott Johnston and Kylee Toth for our September installment of Ask Evoke, where they answer training questions submitted by members of the Evoke Endurance community.To submit your own training questions for our coaches, send us a direct message on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evokeendurance/Or email your questions to coach@evokeendurance.com0:00 Introduction0:33 Success story: 200 mile ultra race3:31 Success story: Endurance training for a fast-twitch dominant athlete8:13 Killian Jornet’s data collection metrics and training16:04 Efficient running/walking stride and economy of motion24:26 Does in...2024-09-261h 37evokecast#85 Ask Evoke: Athlete-Submitted Questions For August 2024Join coaches Scott Johnston and Kylee Toth for our August installment of Ask Evoke, where they answer training questions submitted by members of the Evoke Endurance community.To submit your own training questions for our coaches, send us a direct message on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evokeendurance/Or email your questions to coach@evokeendurance.com0:00 Introduction1:11 Aerobic decoupling and aerobic threshold while training for ultra marathons.7:37 Can training at altitude benefit performance shortly before a running race?11:03 Off-season training guidelines for a mountaineer13:31 Can training for speed and...2024-08-161h 37evokecast#83 Ask Evoke: Athlete-Submitted Questions For July 2024Join coaches Scott Johnston and Kylee Toth for our July installment of Ask Evoke, where they answer training questions submitted by members of the Evoke Endurance community.To submit your own training questions for our coaches, send us a direct message on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evokeendurance/Or email your questions to coach@evokeendurance.com0:00 Introduction1:31 Targeting specific muscles during muscular endurance training and symptoms of compartment syndrome.7:52 Is heart rate important during muscular endurance training?11:34 Is aerobic base work compromised by intermittent anaerobic intensity if both are used...2024-07-181h 15evokecast#82 Ask Evoke: Athlete-Submitted Questions For June 2024Join coaches Scott Johnston and Kylee Toth for our June installment of Ask Evoke, where they answer training questions submitted by members of the Evoke Endurance community.To submit your own training questions for our coaches, send us a direct message on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evokeendurance/Or email your questions to coach@evokeendurance.com0:00 Introduction1:01 Integrating zone 3 and 4 training for uphill ultras.6:50 Training for mountaineering while living at sea level away from mountains.13:07 Recovering from inaccurate aerobic zone assessment and over training.20:19 Training effect differences between training...2024-07-041h 18evokecast#80 Ask Evoke: Athlete-Submitted Questions For May 2024Join coaches Scott Johnston and Kylee Toth for our May installment of Ask Evoke, where they answer training questions submitted by members of the Evoke Endurance community.To submit your own training questions for our coaches, send us a direct message on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evokeendurance/Or email your questions to coach@evokeendurance.comTime Stamps:0:00 Introduction0:58 Does glycogen depletion in training improve the aerobic training effect?12:29 Training effects of glycogen depletion on Fast-twitch vs. Slow-twitch muscles.20:03 Over-night fasting and it’s effects on...2024-06-061h 15evokecast#79 Roxanne Vogel On Cross-Adaptations Between Heat Stress & Hypoxia In Endurance TrainingJoin Scott Johnston for a chat with Roxanne Vogel. Roxanne is a doctoral candidate with a decade of R&D experience in the sports nutrition industry. Currently exploring interventions to improve physical and cognitive performance and adaptation to physiological challenges presented by extreme environments and prolonged exertion. An adventurer and high-altitude athlete who applied a novel pre-acclimation, training, and nutrition protocol to successfully summit Mt. Everest in 14 days door to door.0:00 Introduction.1:56 Roxanne’s background working with Evoke3:37 Exploring cross-adaptations between heat stress and hypoxia11:29 Plasma volume increases in heat adaptation improve performance at al...2024-05-2455 minevokecast#78 Ask Evoke: Athlete-Submitted Questions For April 2024Join coaches Scott Johnston and Kylee Toth for our April installment of Ask Evoke, where they answer training questions submitted by members of the Evoke Endurance community.To submit your own training questions for our coaches, send us a direct message on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evokeendurance/Or email your questions to coach@evokeendurance.comTime Stamps0:00 Introduction1:20 How do you manage Haglund's Deformity during training?7:43 What's the best way to cross train for adventure racing specifically with poor skills, with biking?12:49 Is it too late to do...2024-05-091h 28
TAGQ (That's A Good Question)Oranges to Ice StormsBen and Scott talk to Scott's cousin Tom during a California visit (for Tom and Ben). From chat.openai.com: In this podcast, Ben and Scott engage in a lively and wide-ranging conversation touching on various aspects of family life, societal influences, and personal anecdotes. They discuss the changing landscape of cooking habits over the years, from homemade meals to reliance on packaged foods, reflecting on the role of corporate propaganda and government collaborations in shaping consumer behavior. They reminisce about childhood experiences, such as discovering the true nature of spinach and the shock of fi...2024-05-0455 minevokecast#77 Understanding External & Internal Training Loads: Quantification and Monitoring.Join coach Scott Johnston for a discussion on internal vs. external training loads. Learn how to quantify and qualify the training stress that your body is subject to through methods that are tailored to your individual internal physiological state.The main topics covered, and their timestamps:0:37: External Versus Internal Load Definitions2:31: External Training Load Example4:49: Internal Training Load Example5:57: Intensity Scales For Qualifying Training Intensity8:00: Using Heart Rate: The most practicle measure of intensity10:05: Monitoring Internal Training Load Via Lactate Meters11:13: The pitfalls of using percentage of Max Heart Rate...2024-04-2516 min
TAGQ (That's A Good Question)Cartoon Penguin Rock Stars and The Winter That Wasn'tBen and Scott talk improv, editorial cartoons, and accessories named Sparky. Sponsoring Marketplace Foods in Hayward WI.From podsqueeze.com: In this podcast episode, the hosts engage in a diverse conversation covering topics from the art of improvisation and the role of editorial cartoonists to nostalgic childhood memories and their personal favorite foods. Additionally, they touch upon the comedic work of a particular comedian and discuss a television show featuring aliens integrating into a human family. The dialogue is a blend of cultural commentary and personal anecdotes.For images from the episode:ht...2024-04-0540 minevokecast#74 Ask Evoke: Athlete-Submitted Questions For March 2024DescriptionJoin coaches Scott Johnston and Kylee Toth for our March installment of Ask Evoke, where they answer training questions submitted by members of the Evoke Endurance community.To submit your own training questions for our coaches, send us a direct message on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evokeendurance/Or email your questions to coach@evokeendurance.com2024-03-281h 19
TAGQ (That's A Good Question)Meditating Squirrels by the BayYup. Talk about animals and spirit and rockstar religions. Sponsoring the book Resurrecting Jesus and the Center for Action and Contemplation.From podsqueeze.com:In this podcast episode, Ben and Scott engage in a relaxed and varied dialogue. They touch upon an eclectic mix of subjects that include the intricacies of music and the art of drumming. The conversation then drifts to the scenic locale of Bodega Bay, followed by discussions on the introspective practices of meditation and personal religious beliefs. The episode offers a rich tapestry of topics, reflecting the speakers' diverse interests and th...2024-03-1837 minevokecast#71 A Qualitative Look at the Physiology of the Zone Intensity SystemJoin Evoke coaches Scott Johnston and Leif Godberson for a discussion about the physiology behind different endurance training intensities.Different training intensities have different training effects. Endurance is a metabolic phenomenon, where strength is a neurological phenomenon. Learn about how specific levels of zone-base training converge to produce simultaneous increases in endurance, and the speed at which endurance is performed, and how to determine your own personalized intensity zones.This is the audio-only version of this discussion. To view the helpful illustrations that accompany the discussion, view here at the link provided:https://youtu...2024-03-071h 20
TAGQ (That's A Good Question)Sleep Hygiene and Other BitsGeneral discussion of comedy and sleep hygiene. Sponsored by the "Recording Started" voice artist.From chat.openai.com: Suggested Title: "Exploring Podcasting and Sleep Patterns"In this episode, Scott and Ben delve into the world of podcasting, discussing the challenges and excitement of starting a new venture. From brainstorming podcast names to contemplating the elusive "hook," they share candid insights into their journey of creating a podcast together. Along the way, they navigate the complexities of self-doubt and the desire for validation, reflecting on the importance of authenticity in content creation.Th...2024-03-0348 minevokecast#70 Climbing The Seven SummitsJoin Evoke coaches Scott Johnston, Maya Seckinger, Leif Whittaker, and Mark Postle as they answer questions about climbing the Seven Summits.Learn from our experts about how to approach climbing the seven highest peaks on each continent, as they answer questions from the Evoke Endurance community.To join and participate in our monthly live discussions, please subscribe to our monthly newsletter for updates at https://www.evokeendurance.com, or email coach@evokeendurance.com to get the Zoom link.2024-02-291h 20evokecast#69 Training For Rock ClimbingJoin Scott Johnston for a chat with Evoke coach Dave Thompson about Dave's recent article on rock climbing training and skill development published at the Evoke Endurance website. They discuss models and methods that are applied specifically to rock climbers, but have wide-reaching applicability to all mountain sports.Link to article:https://evokeendurance.com/training-for-rock-climbing/2024-02-2248 min
TAGQ (That's A Good Question)Comedians in Zooms Drinking TeaSponsored by gravity and inertia, this podcast is a wide ranging discussion of comedy and music. And I still don't know the name of the comedian with a special I was trying to remember.Oh yeah, it was Mike Birbiglia.From chat.openai.com:Suggested Title: "Curiosity Chronicles: A Podcast Journey"Welcome to "Curiosity Chronicles," where Scott and Ben embark on a quest through the labyrinth of their minds. In today's episode, they navigate the delicate dance of movie nights, exploring the art of group decision-making and the power of a so...2024-02-2237 minevokecast#68 Ask Evoke: Athlete-Submitted Questions For February 2024On this first episode of Ask Evoke, join coaches Scott Johnston and Kylee Toth as they answer training questions submitted by members of the Evoke Endurance community.To submit your own training questions for our coaches, send us a direct message on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evokeendurance/Or email your questions to coach@evokeendurance.com2024-02-151h 14evokecast#66 Training And Athletic Development For Junior AthletesEvoke Coaches Maya Seckinger and Scott Johnston sit down for a chat about training young athletes. Along with being employee number 1 back at Uphill Athlete when she was in college and helping with bookkeeping Maya was one of Scott's cross country ski athletes from the time she was 13. Maya and Scott discuss the things they have learned as both young athlete and successful junior athlete coach. They cover subjects ranging from age appropriate training methods to learning to fail. They also answer a number of questions posed by our listeners. 2024-02-011h 13evokecast#65 Coach Ben Husaby On His Formative Years And Experience As An OlympianScott Johnston is joined by two-time Olympian in cross-country skiing and fellow Evoke coach Ben Husaby. They cover Ben’s formative years, several shared adventures, use of muscular endurance prep for Ben’s 2nd Olympics, and how skate-skiing transformed cross-country skiing.2024-01-251h 43
TAGQ (That's A Good Question)Chewbacca in the EtherdomeSpecial guest Laura Johnston joins us for the first in-person recording of the podcast while Christmas cookies were baking downstairs. We discuss what it was like to work in a molecular endocrinology lab back in the early '80s, and other topics like sleep hygiene and what Chewbacca would look like shaved.From podium.page:Feeling the holiday cheer yet longing for some thoughtful banter? Curl up and join us for a Christmas Eve special, straight from the cozy confines of San Carlos, California. We're shaking up the holiday podcast scene, choosing celebration over hibernation, a...2024-01-2142 minevokecast#63 All About Zone 2 And Aerobic Base TrainingJoin coaches Scott Johnston and Maya Seckinger for a deep dive into the history, evolution, and modern applications of aerobic base training. Learn about the theory and importance of training aerobic metabolism and how you can individualize your own training to meet your endurance goals.Stay tuned for an in-depth article on this subject.Links for show notes: Zone settinghttps://evokeendurance.com/setting-your-hear-rate-zones/https://evokeendurance.com/our-latest-thinking-on-aerobic-assessment-for-the-mountain-athlete/2024-01-111h 25evokecast#62 Safety And Preparedness For Back Country SkiingBack country skiing has experienced a huge surge in popularity over the last several years. Scott Johnston discusses the implications, and the issues, with Larry Goldie, an AMGA-IFMGA-Certified Mountain Guide based in the North Cascade Mountains.2024-01-0455 minevokecast#61 Gracefully Aging As An AthleteJoin Scott Johnston as he reflects on his experiences of the aging process as a life-long endurance athlete. Learn about the specific capacities that decline with age, and the parts of our physiology that remain highly trainable.2023-12-2818 min
TAGQ (That's A Good Question)Electric Kettles and Hybrid Race CarsBen and Scott talk about flaming electric kettles before bringing on Adam to discuss using artificial intelligence to study the effect of climate on ancient tree cores, as well as the results of his fantasy F1 race team.From podium.page:You'll never believe the time I nearly torched my college dorm with a rogue electric kettle—not my finest hour, but hey, it's how I met some of my closest friends. And that's just a taste of the chuckles and tales we're serving up on "That's a Good Question." The camaraderie spills over as we...2023-12-2133 minevokecast#58 Measuring Zone 2 Training EffectivenessJoin host Scott Johnston for a conversation with Joey Wilson that covers the methods Joey used to measure improvement in his aerobic capacity. Being a data scientist, Joey employed some tools that the rest of us can learn from. Joey approached Scott with some well thought out training questions about five years ago after some poor race performances. Since then, with the help of Scott, Joey has drastically changed his approach to training. His performance has increased drastically and he has the receipts to prove it. An article containing some of the hard data that Joey compiled can be fo...2023-12-071h 41
TAGQ (That's A Good Question)Burn the UndergrowthThis second podcast of Ben and Scott delves into Ben's training in intentional burning as a form of landscape management. Plus some culinary club observations. Sponsored by Vectaport Sales selling BioBags for now, I guess.From podium.page: When my dad, Scott Johnston, and I decided to tackle the whimsical world of podcasting, we never imagined how a simple conversation between family could weave such a rich tapestry of stories and insights. Our latest episode playfully opens with our debate on the pros and cons of using our full names in the intro—a choice that...2023-12-0438 minevokecast#57 Chris Wright On Climbing Hard While GuidingJoin host Scott Johnston in a conversation with accomplished alpinist and IMFGA certified climbing guide, Chris Wright. Learn how Chris has balanced a demanding mountain guiding career with training and executing his personal climbing ambitions and goals. 2023-11-301h 21evokecast#56 Rob Smith On Balancing Guiding And Personal Climbing GoalsScott Johnston is joined by professional guide and climber, Rob Smith. They discuss how Rob manages training for the elite climbing while he fits this into his busy guiding schedule. This is the first podcast in a series devoted to the specific training needs of mountain guides.2023-11-2338 min
TAGQ (That's A Good Question)People Shuttles and Zoom TroublesBen Johnston and his father Scott begin a discussion of whatever good questions they can come up with. The first question they tackle is what to name the podcast.From app.decipher.ai:Join Ben Johnston and his father as they embark on their new podcast, "That's a Good Question." In this episode, they discuss the challenges of naming things, the responsibilities of being a caretaker, and the unique experiences of shuttling people in a golf cart. With their witty banter and humorous anecdotes, Ben and his father explore the ever-changing nature of their work a...2023-11-1821 minevokecast#53 Vault Classic: Recovery By FeelIn this episode, coach Scott Johnston discusses some tools and tips for understanding the feedback your body is giving you on your recovery status and readiness to train. Training will never produce the desired results if you don't allow sufficient recovery between training bouts for the desired adaptations to occur. The proliferation of new devises that can easily overwhelm us with data. And unfortunately, many athletes over-rely on these metrics to their detriment. Learn Scott's preferred tools for managing training load and recovery by tuning into your body's subtle language.2023-11-0243 minevokecast#49 Vince Paikowski On Changing Paradigms In Tactical Training, And His 'Unofficial' Twelve-Mile Ruck RecordScott Johnston talks with Evoke tactical coach Vince Paikowsiki about Vince's recent 'unofficial' fastest time for the Twelve-Mile Ruck, a standard military fitness test required for armed-services members. Vince discusses how he trained and prepared for his record, and how he used this knowledge to train his entire infantry company to achieve outstanding results all around. 2023-10-0549 minevokecast#48 Vault Classic: Back Country Skiing And Unplanned Bivouacs With Kylee TothJoin Scott Johnston and coach Kylee Toth as they discuss her unplanned bivy while on a back country ski trip during a scouting mission for a Bugaboo to Rogers Pass ski traverse. They highlight how fitness, good decision making, and experience kept Kylee and the other members of her group safe.2023-09-2829 minevokecast#47 Vault Classic: Olga Dobranowski On Climbing Big Mountains While Balancing Career And FamilyIn this vault classic episode, Scott Johnston is joined by Olga Dobranowski. Olga is a medical doctor, based out of Colorado, who has been drawn to the mountains her entire life and tackled many impressive mountain goals. Here are some of the topics discussed: growing up and starting climbing in Poland; Polish climbing history; Olga’s early climbing days in Poland and throughout Europe; moving to the U.S.A., and settling in Colorado; the evolution of Olga’s training; orchestrating success on Aconcagua with a busy lifestyle; pre-acclimatization; light and fast; self-assessment of altitude sickness; continued success on a so...2023-09-211h 26evokecast#46 Josh Rowe, Of Maurten Sports Fuels, On Fueling For Athletic WorkJoin Scott Johnston in a conversation with Performance Scientist and Innovative Lead at Maurten Sports Fuel, Josh Rowe. Here, they discuss the research and appropriate use of hydrogels and bicarbonate for fueling sports performance, and how these technologies are utilized by athletes in endurance and high intensity sports.Find more information on Maurten products here: https://www.maurten.com/2023-09-141h 15evokecast#44 Nutrition And Performance Enhancement For Athletes With Redbull Performance Nutritionist Stephen SmithScott Johnston is joined today by Redbull Performance Nutritionist, Stephen Smith. In this conversation they discuss a broad range of nutrition strategies and key factors in supplementation for amateur and elite level athletes. This includes nutrient timing, metabolic considerations, supplementation of various well-known ergogenic aids, and how these strategies are applied to the unique demands of mountain sports. Show Notes:Electrolytes: https://www.mysportscience.com/blog/categories/electrolytes2023-08-312h 13evokecast#43 Adrian BallingerJoin Scott Johnston as he talks with professional climber and guide, Adrian Ballinger, Founder and Director at Alpenglow Expeditions. In this episode, they discuss a range of topics including: the challenges of climbing and guiding Mt. Everest, and why Adrian has chosen to direct his guided clients to climb the north side of Everest; using prerequisite mountain expeditions as assessments for tackling more technically challenging summits; thoughts on fitness assessments; pre-acclimatization best rational and best practices; upcoming goals and projects; and more...2023-08-241h 15evokecast#40 Steve SwensonScott Johnston is joined by life-long alpinist, Steve Swenson. Steve is the winner of two Piolet d'Or awards, the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Alpine Club, and author of the book Karakorum . They discuss their early climbing exploits, Steve's most memorable ascents, and his involvement in the development of essential infrastructure for people in the Karakorum region.https://www.iqrafund.org/Find Steve on Instagram: @steve.swenson542023-08-031h 07evokecast#36 Tom Evans On His Win Of The 2023 Western States 100 Ultra MarathonIn this episode Tom Evans joins his coach Scott Johnston to do a debrief of his recent victory of the Western States 100 ultra endurance run, the world's oldest hundred-mile race. With his win, Tom became one of three men to have been on the podium both at the UTMB (Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc) and the Western States. Tom talks about how his race unfolded as well as the grass-roots support that this race has, and the inspiration and respect he feels for all those who completed it. Afterward they take a deep-dive into the training Tom did leading into his...2023-07-061h 09evokecast#35 Matt Heyliger On Functional And Corrective Training For Mountain AthletesIn this episode Scott Johnston talks with Matt Heyliger. Matt is a practicing Physical Therapist who has a solid background in helping athletes be stronger and more functional for their mountain endeavors. Join Scott and Matt as they take a deep-dive into the common functional maladies that confront mountain athletes, and how to go about navigating them.You can find Matt here:https://www.mattheyliger.com/ 2023-06-291h 15evokecast#33 Jack Kuenzle On Securing The Fastest Known Round Trip Time Up And Down DenaliScott Johnston talks Evoke Coach, Jack Kuenzle about his recent Fastest Known Time round trip ascent and descent of Denali. In this talk Jack fills us in about the time-line of his trip to Denali, his partner's close call with altitude illness, his gear, his future projects, and more...2023-06-1555 minevokecast#32 Jack Kuenzle On His Fastest Known Time Ascent And Descent Of Mt. Shasta And Future ProjectsScott Johnston is joined by Evoke coach Jack Kuenzle the day after he set a new fastest known ascent and ski-descent time record on Mt. Shasta. Here Jack gives us an up-close look at his ascent and descent; his gear; some of the changes he has made in his training in the past year; and the logistical challenges of trying for FKTs on big mountains in National Parks.2023-06-081h 00evokecast#31 Jack Kuenzle On His Current Training For FKTsJoin Scott Johnston and Evoke coach Jack Kuenzle in a candid discussion about Jack's training and preparation for his latest FKT (Fastest Known Time) attempts on Mt. Shasta, Mt. Rainier, and Denali.2023-06-011h 25evokecast#30 Markus Holler On Training Running With Power Meters (Part 2)This is Part Two of a discussion between host Scott Johnston, and physicist, mountain ultra-runner, and RunPowerModel app developer, Markus Holler. In Part One, Scott and Markus discuss theory: how running power meters work, what they measure, and the inner workings Markus' RunPowerModel app -- which can be downloaded for free via the link below. Part Two of this discussion centers on application: how to get started using running power meters in training, and how to use the RunPowerModel app for racing. Link To Markus' Website: https://www.runningwithpower.com/2023-05-251h 25evokecast#28 Markus Holler On Power Meters For Running Training (Part 1)Scott Johnston is joined by physicist and mountain runner, Markus Holler. Markus has developed an app that measures Running Power for trail runners. The algorithm that he created incorporates several unique components that make it more accurate than the big name power meters, especially in mountain terrain. Scott and Markus discuss the physics of running, the special considerations for mountain running, and how these variables are incorporated into Markus' app.Markus' Website: https://www.runningwithpower.com/Markus' Book: https://www.runningwithpower.com/power-to-trail-and-ultra-runners2023-05-181h 23evokecast#26 Dave Thompson On Learning And Skill Acquisition In Mountain SportsIn this episode Scott Johnston is joined by evoke coach Dave Thompson. In this talk Dave and Scott grapple with some rather esoteric concepts involved in how we learn skills and translate those into improved performance in sports.2023-05-041h 21evokecast#25 Vault Classic: Vince Paikowski And The Best Ranger CompetitionVault Classic: Vince Paikowski won the Best Ranger Competition in 2020, using EvokeEndurance training principles. Here, Scott Johnston talks with Vince about his background, and how he and his partner prepared, trained, and executed. Since then, Vince has either coached or developed training plans for most of the top-ten finishers of the Best Ranger Competition in the subsequent years.Over the past eight years, numerous Evoke coaches have worked with individual members of US and foreign military branches as they prepare for demanding selection processes for their various Special Operations. These selections are true ultra-endurance events that last f...2023-04-271h 12evokecast#23 Kylee Toth On Balancing Athletic Goals And Family Life.It's a tricky balancing act to manage training with the needs and challenges of a normal life such as family, work, and school. Only a tiny minority of us can live the "eat, sleep, train, and repeat" life of a professional athlete. Here at evoke, our group of coaches aim to find the balance between life obligations and training for themselves and those that they coach. Today Scott Johnston talks to Evoke Coach Kylee Toth on how she balances her World Cup athletic goals with raising her kids and being an effective coach. 2023-04-1356 minevokecast#20 Judd Van Sickle On Current Developments In Endurance TrainingScott Johnston talks with Judd Van Sickle, Director of Sports Performance and Wellness at U.C. Davis. In this episode, they cover many topics including: performance implications of fat adaptation; the concept of Fat Max; aerobic glycolysis; use of power meters to track training load; and the lack of nuance that has occurred with the popularization of Zone 2 aerobic training.Contact Judd Van Sickle: https://health.ucdavis.edu/sports-medicine/our-team/judd-vansickle2023-03-231h 29evokecast#19 David Goettler On Training Progression Through TimeScott Johnston is joined today by David Goettler. David is a highly accomplished alpinist who has climbed six 8000 meter peaks without the use of supplemental oxygen, including Everest. David has amassed a unique and broad experience climbing in Earth's biggest mountain ranges. Scott and David discuss the history of David's training since they started working together and over the past eight years.2023-03-171h 14evokecast#18 Tom Evans Talks About His Training, His Podium Finish At The Black Canyon 100k, And Future Prospects.Join host Scott Johnston as he chats with his coached athlete, professional ultra runner Tom Evans. Tom recently made a podium finish at the Black Canyon 100k in Arizona where he beat the course record along with the other two top finishers. Scott and Tom discuss the modulation of Tom’s training, and the essential distinction between capacity and utilization training. All of this forms the backdrop of how they work to ensure that the correct training for Tom is done in critical and essential time windows. 2023-03-0958 minevokecast#17 Training Mistakes To AvoidIn this episode, Scott Johnston outlines the common mistakes and misconceptions that derail training, and the methods and frameworks necessary to avoid these pitfalls. No training plan can predict your physical or psychological state. The best way to avoid these mistakes is to pay attention to the subtle signals your body is sending your brain, and to monitor your recovery. 2023-03-0216 minevokecast#16 Vault Classic: Tips For Assessing Recovery Between TrainingTraining will not produce desired results if you don't allow sufficient recovery. If recovery is cut short before desired adaptations occur, this produces a negative effect on athletic performance. In this episode, coach Scott Johnston discusses characteristic signs the body gives during the recovery process, and some perceptive cues that he has used over the decades to assess training readiness both in himself, and in the athletes he coaches. 2023-02-2343 minevokecast#15 Vault Classic: Metabolic Testing with Director of Sports Performance at UC Davis, Judd Van SickleScott Johnston talks with director of Sports Performance at UC Davis, Judd Van Sickle, about metabolic testing, fat adaptation, and aerobic deficiency.2023-02-161h 09evokecast#14 The Evolution Of Tactical Training In The Military With Sean WhiteIn this episode, Scott Johnston is joined by Sean White; an Army Ranger and Evoke Endurance Athlete in the US Army Special Operations Command. Sean reached out to Scott and the Evoke Endurance crew after failing to make it through a particularly difficult selection process to help him restructure his training. Join Scott and Sean as they recap changes they made to his training and the critical points that lead to Sean's success.2023-02-091h 15evokecast#13 Vault Classic: All About Aerobic BaseIn this episode Scott Johnston outlines the basic physiology of endurance training. He traces the historical timeline of our contemporary understanding of how athletes and coaches have evolved their methods through empirical and anecdotal data to understand the intersections between aerobic and anaerobic metabolism, and how endurance is best trained.For more information and a deeper dive, refer to our in-depth video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/PP7GqpvIVWY 2023-02-0223 minevokecast#12 Vault Classic: Scott Johnston Interviewed By Nikki LaRochelleIn this episode Evoke coach Nikki LaRochelle interviews Scott Johnston in a conversation that ranges over some of Scott’s life experiences including overtraining, muscular endurance, and a serious climbing accident that changed his life. 2023-01-261h 02evokecast#10 Kilian Jornet On Individualization Of Training.In this episode, Scott Johnston talks with Kilian Jornet. Kilian needs no introduction in the mountain endurance world. But for those who are new to this, he is one of the most accomplished mountain endurance athletes in the world. Join them as they discuss the fundamental importance of long term training adaptations, and how Kilian and other highly successful athletes modulate their training over the weeks, months, years, and decades according to their individual biological talents and limitations. 2023-01-121h 25evokecast#9 Vault Classic: Talking Health, Performance, and Longevity, with Jesse Charles, M.D.In this Vault Classic, Scott Johnston is joined by Doctor Jesse Charles, M.D. Jesse is a rural medical doctor and longtime adherent to the Evoke's training methods. As a general practitioner in a rural setting, Jesse sees a wide variety of patients, from those at peak health, to the infirm. In this episode, Scott and Jesse discuss changes that take place as the result of regular exercise; exercise as a ‘phase change’ in the functioning of the body; how exercise facilitates learning; responses of the heart to exercise; nervous system changes and loss of motor units through time; the...2023-01-051h 27evokecast#8 Vault Classic: All Things Over Training With Phil MaffetoneJoin us for another Vault Classic. In this episode Scott Johnston is joined by Phil Maffetone to discuss the nuances of Over Training. Over Training is not your garden variety fatigue that a few days of rest will overcome. It is a medical condition that is misunderstood by most athletes, coaches and medical professionals. It's difficult to diagnose and harder to treat. In this episode Phil and Scott discuss diagnosis and treatment as well as strategies to avoid this elephant in the endurance training room that will keep you from falling off the Over Training cliff. Listen for guidance and...2022-12-291h 13evokecast#7 Scott Johnston Talks With Coach Jessie RichIn this episode Scott Johnston talks with Evoke Coach Jessie Rich. Jessie has amassed a very respectable list of Fastest Known Times (FKTs) in the mountains and also runs his own nutritional consulting business. Join Scott and Jessie as they discuss Jessie's athletic and educational background, his training-work-life balance, and Jessie's approach to coaching. 2022-12-221h 00evokecast#6 Scott Johnston Talks With Rob Smith About Guiding A Fitness Foundation.Fitness is the biggest factor to safety in the mountains. In this episode, Scott Johnston talks with professional guide Rob Smith about what it means to be fit for the mountains, and how a fitness foundation provides a gateway to tackling mountain goals. 2022-12-151h 13evokecast#5 Vault Classic: Scott Johnston and Phil Maffetone on Aerobic Deficiency Syndrome & Population HealthJoin us for a classic from the vault: A discussion with Scott Johnston & Phil Maffetone about their joint experience with the benefits of sub-maximal training and the prominence of Aerobic Decency Syndrome in athletes and the population at large. Dr. Phil Maffetone is one of the earliest pioneer clinician-scientists to unravel the connection between aerobic capacity, and fat adaptation. 2022-12-081h 17evokecast#4 Scott Johnston Talks With Leif Whittaker On Climbing And AuthorshipIn the episode Scott Johnston is joined by Evoke Endurance coach Leif Whittaker. They discuss Leif's book My Old Man And The Mountain -- a humorous memoir about Leif's experience climbing Mt. Everest following in the footsteps of his father, Jim Whittaker, who was the first American to summit Everest back in 1963.2022-11-2454 min