Jason Koop

Jason Koop is an author, coach, and podcast host who has dedicated his life to helping others reach their full potential. He has written several books and hosted the popular podcasts, The Endurance Edge and Train Smarter. His teachings have inspired millions to push their limits and achieve the results they have always wanted.

Koop was born in the United States and grew up in Knoxville, Tennessee, where he enjoyed outdoor activities such as hiking, camping and cross-country skiing. As an adult, he moved to Colorado and earned a degree in exercise science at Colorado Mesa University. After graduation, he continued to pursue his passion in endurance sports and became a professional ultrarunner and mountain bike racer. Koop later turned to coaching, leading different athletic training programs for individuals and teams.

Through his experiences as a professional athlete, coach and enthusiastic learner of sports science and nutrition, Koop found himself combining his knowledge to help educate others on how to maximize their physical performance. During this journey, he wrote two books:Train Smarter, Race Faster and The Endurance Athlete's Guide to Performance. Both books are packed with valuable education and advice on how to become a successful endurance athlete.

In The Endurance Athlete's Guide to Performance, Koop walks readers through his unique approach to strength, training and recovery. He emphasizes the importance of becoming familiar with what works best for your own body, utilizing evidence-based strategies, and researching the available information. Koop's book also discusses nutritional practices, setting goals and pursuing meaningful challenges.

For anyone who's looking for a more tailored approach, Koop also offers individualized and team coaching programs. His personalized plans are designed to maximize performance and help athletes become more efficient and powerful.

In addition to his books and coaching, Koop also hosts the popular podcasts, The Endurance Edge and Train Smarter. These podcasts cover a wide range of topics from performance to nutrition and provide insight from experts in the field. He also interviews world-class athletes and coaches, giving listeners an inside look at the journeys of top endurance athletes.

Koop plays an integral role in the endurance community by providing an educational platform and inspiring others to reach their performance goals. He has redefined the standards of success and helped countless others to unlock their potential. No matter what your training goals are, Koop offers useful advice and proven strategies to help you reach them.