Running Expert Stack: Sprinting, Endurance, and Longevity for Real-World Athletes

Running Expert Stack: Sprinting, Endurance, and Longevity for Real-World Athletes

Author: Tara Garrison March 27, 2026 Duration: 1:11:11

In this episode, Tara curates expert insights from top running experts Zach Bitter, Brad Kearns, and Cynthia Monteleone on low-carb ultra-endurance, why chronic cardio backfires, and how sprinting can better support strength, longevity, and injury prevention.

RESOURCES:

 

CHAPTERS:

00:00 – Expert Stack intro: sprinting vs endurance running
01:18 – Sponsor: Peluva barefoot shoe ad
03:04 – Interview begins: Tara and Zach on ultra distance fears
03:56 – Managing injuries, cross-training, and smart rest
05:18 – Low-carb for 14 years and ultra success
07:00 – Weekly mileage, 0–200 mile weeks, diminishing returns
09:59 – Common mistakes in marathon and ultra training
11:59 – Pacing, race-day execution, and realistic goals
13:03 – Hydration, sweat testing, and electrolyte strategy
14:53 – World-record fueling: carbs per hour and fat oxidation
29:16 – Brad Kearns on chronic cardio and real sprinting
30:55 – Why most "easy runs" should actually be walking
48:40 – Cynthia on endurance damage and overuse injuries
50:29 – Why she quit marathons and moved to sprinting
58:10 – How to start sprinting safely without getting hurt
01:08:41 – Sample sprint workouts, rest periods, and progressions
01:10:00 – Final sprint protocol tips, encouragement, and sign-off
​ 

WORK WITH TARA:
Are You Looking for Help on Your Wellness Journey? Here's how Tara can help you:

 

SOCIAL MEDIA: 

 

INSIDE OUT HEALTH PODCAST SPECIAL OFFERS:

☑️ Upgraded Formulas Hair Test Kit Special Offer: https://bit.ly/3YdMn4Z

☑️ Upgraded Formulas - Get 15% OFF Everything with Coupon Code INSIDEOUT15: https://upgradedformulas.com/INSIDEOUT15

☑️ Rep Provisions: Vote for the future of food with your dollar! And enjoy a 15% discount while you're at it with Coupon Code COACHTARA: https://bit.ly/3dD4ZSv

 

If you loved this episode, please leave a review!

Here's how to do it on Apple Podcasts:

  1. Go to Inside Out Health Podcast page: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-out-health-with-coach-tara-garrison/id1468368093
  2. Scroll down to the 'Ratings & Reviews' section. Tap 'Write a Review' (you may be prompted to log in with your Apple ID). Thank you!

Tara Garrison hosts Inside Out Health, a conversation that starts from the premise that lasting well-being isn't found in a quick fix, but through a more nuanced exploration of our own biology and mindset. This podcast moves beyond surface-level advice, weaving together perspectives from biohacking, intelligent nutrition, purposeful training, and genuine self-development. Each episode is a deep dive with specialists and practitioners, all aimed at untangling the complex connections between physical resilience and mental clarity. You'll hear practical, often unconventional strategies for tuning into your body's signals and building sustainable habits. The dialogue is grounded in the idea that the capacity for a healthier, more vibrant life is an internal discovery process. For anyone curious about moving past generic health trends to understand the personalized mechanics of their own potential, this series offers a thoughtful and investigative space. Tune in to Inside Out Health for a nuanced journey toward what the next level of human health can actually feel like, from the inside out.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 325

Inside Out Health
Podcast Episodes
MARGARET CULLEN Upgrade Your Emotional Intelligence [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:46
Margaret Cullen is a licensed psychotherapist and a pioneer in bringing contemplative practices into mainstream settings. She was one of the first ten people to be certified as an MBSR instructor and has taught around th…
DAN PARDI Creatine Explained: Myths vs Science [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:17
Dr. Dan Pardi is the Chief Health Officer at Qualia Life Sciences, where he leads education to advance healthspan and peak performance. He's the founder of humanOS.me and host of humanOS Radio, the official podcast of th…
TONI FILIPONE Misconceptions about Grief & How to Master the Process [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:23
Toni Filipone is an international, multi-certified Grief Expert, Author, Speaker, and the Founder of MasterGrief, a global platform helping people heal after loss in 82 countries. With over 30 years of experience in pers…
GABRIELA ROSA, DrPH What Standard Fertility Treatments Are Missing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:43
Gabriela Rosa, DrPH (Candidate, Harvard), is a Harvard-awarded fertility specialist, founder of The Rosa Institute, and author of Fertility Breakthrough: Overcoming Infertility and Recurrent Miscarriage When Other Treatm…
DEVON LÉVESQUE The Mindset to Do the Impossible [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:13
Devon Lévesque is self-made entrepreneur and a leading figure in health and wellness, known for founding several companies including, The DML Group, which invests in growth-stage wellness brands; ANDGATHER, a cutting edg…
DR. TERE LINZEY Upgrade Your Brain Health [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:13
Dr. Tere Linzey is a Licensed Educational Psychologist and the founder of BrainMatterZ, a program meant to improve auditory processing, executive functioning skills, attention/focus, and memory in youths. Her book, Measu…
DR JOHN DEMARTINI Are Your Convicted Beliefs Keeping You Stuck? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:23
Dr. John Demartini is a world-leading human behavior specialist, researcher, best-selling author, educator, and founder of The Demartini Method, a revolutionary tool in modern psychology. He has authored 43 books transla…
DR MARIA SOPHOCLES What's Blocking Your Libido [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:32
Dr. Maria Sophocles has been a leader in women's healthcare for nearly 30 years, specializing in menopause management and female sexual health. She founded Women's Healthcare of Princeton, a progressive gynecology practi…