In this episode, Mike is joined by Will Frantz to discuss nutrition, training, and recovery for endurance athletes. Whether you are someone who wants to run your first marathon or compete at a high level or just casually want to improve your endurance, this episode is packed full of valuable info on how to optimize training and nutrition for endurance. Fol ... Show More
Jun 22
Major Announcement: POP Joins Fueled
In this episode, Mike is joined by Jillian Harbarcuk, owner of Fueled Health to make a major announcement about the future of POP. This is exciting news for anyone who is looking to improve their health, body composition, and overall fitness with a personalized, root-cause approa ... Show More
40m 11s
May 1
Coaches Compass: The Key To Messaging That Converts
In this episode of the Coaches Compass, Mike explains what it takes to produce content that converts. This is more about messaging as a whole and how to deliver a message so strong, it's impossible to ignore. If you need help scaling your business, start your 7-day free trial for ... Show More
21m 19s
Oct 2025
145: The Pitfalls of High Volume Endurance Training
In this episode, I break down the real costs when volume is mismanaged. I share what I’ve learned firsthand while building toward Ironman Arizona—how I fuel hard work without under-eating, protect muscle, keep hormones in check, and use recovery and sleep as performance tools. Th ... Show More
1h 4m
Sep 2021
Ep. #801: The 7 Biggest Nutrition Myths for Endurance Training
<p>I’m going to break down 7 nutrition myths that are especially prevalent among endurance athletes.</p>
<p>These myths also exist in the strength training world, but they’re particularly pernicious for people who run, jog, swim, cycle, or do any sort of endurance training.</p>
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39m 20s
Jan 2025
102: How To Run Longer, Faster and Build Endurance
<p>In this episode, I cover my personal journey of building endurance since 2018 and offer insights into running longer and faster. We'll discuss the adaptations and efficiencies gained through consistent practice. Covering topics such as the importance of aerobic base building, ... Show More
1h 9m
Aug 2023
EP 152: Build Athleticism While Maintaining Muscle, Athlete For Life Nutrition, Thoughts on TRT, & Overcoming Fear
<p>I’m going to be doing at least one Q & A episode to dive deeper into some questions I receive on topics that deserve more than a quick response and will give actionable steps to apply into your training and life. I dive deeper into the conjugate training method and how I u ... Show More
1h 30m
Aug 2024
2652: How to Fuel When Running a Marathon - Runner Gel Products & Staying Hydrated When Jogging
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Episode 2652:
When training for a half marathon, fueling your body properly is crucial for optimal performance. Dr. Neal discusses ... Show More
15m 2s