Philipp Ausserhofer is a trail runner and qualified pharmacist. When you run over 100 kilometers over hill and dale, one thing must not suffer - your performance. His approach to performance and longevity is therefore a special one.
Who is Philipp Ausserhofer?
Mario (MOLEQLAR): Philipp, could you briefly introduce yourself and tell us something about your career as an ultra runner and pharmacist?
Philipp Ausserhofer: Gladly! I'm Philipp Ausserhofer, born in South Tyrol in '92 and now live in the beautiful Stubai Valley in Tyrol. The mountains have always been my playground - whether it's running, ski touring, climbing or biking. I studied pharmacy, worked as a pharmacist - but then followed my vocation of ultra trail running. This change was a difficult decision at the time, which took a lot of courage, but in retrospect one of the best of my life.
Mario (MOLEQLAR): How did you get into ultra-running or trail running, and what fascinates you about this extreme sport?
Philipp Ausserhofer: I grew up in the mountains and learned to be active outdoors as a child through play - without any thoughts of competition. It was always about fun, joy and adventure. That's how my family introduced me to the mountains and introduced me to both the beauty and the danger. It was all about personal projects and experiences. At some point, however, I felt the desire to compete. Early on, I was particularly fascinated by the "ultra" discipline - because it not only challenges you physically, but also mentally. It's not just about running, but about persevering, enduring and growing. Mentally and physically.
Mario (MOLEQLAR): What does a typical day in your everyday life look like?
Philipp Ausserhofer: To be honest, I don't really know the word "everyday" - for me, everyday is more of a synonym for "boring". My life is more like the altitude profile of an ultra: full of ups and downs, highs and lows, but that's exactly what I love. My daily routine depends on the season and varies a lot. Nevertheless, I try to create certain routines for myself - they are my anchor. A typical start: a coffee with my girlfriend, followed by a mobility session. Then it's off to training and everything that goes with being an athlete: regeneration, biohacking, product development, office, shoots, interviews...
The pharmaceutical perspective: Sports, science and longevity
Mario (MOLEQLAR): How does your pharmaceutical training combine with your passion for ultra running?
Philipp Ausserhofer: Very strongly! The scientific way of working that I learned as a pharmacist - precision, structured thinking, curiosity - helps me enormously. I can better understand biomechanical and anatomical relationships as well as nutrition and integrate them into my training and regeneration in a targeted way.
Mario (MOLEQLAR): How do you define longevity from your perspective, and why is the topic so important to you as an athlete?
Philipp Ausserhofer: Longevity for me means: making sure that things "run" as well as possible for as long as possible - in the truest sense of the word. It's about performance, health, mental clarity and the joy of movement - even at 80. I don't want to say "I used to be able to" later on, but hopefully show my children and grandchildren how it's done and introduce them to the mountains in the same way that my family did with me. In terms of sport, longevity primarily means focusing on the long-term process, trusting that development is going in the right direction. You have to make the right decisions early on. Today for tomorrow, so to speak.
Mario (MOLEQLAR): How important are prevention and early intervention for long-term health - especially in terms of mental fitness?
Philipp Ausserhofer: Extremely important. I see a strong parallel to competitive sport: in competition, you can only perform what you have prepared in training. There are no miracles, only preparation. Prevention works in exactly the same way - you lay the foundations today for what you want to achieve tomorrow. And the mental component is often underestimated - but in the ultra it decides whether you come through or not.
Performance optimization and longevity supplements
Mario (MOLEQLAR): Are there any specific habits, supplements or science-based practices that will help you maximize your performance?
Philipp Ausserhofer: Routines help me to stay focused even in stressful phases. Sleep is my superpower - nothing works without it. I work with targeted longevity supplements, but only on the basis of blood analyses and a scientific background. No flying blind or "watering can principle". Covering specific needs in high quality is crucial.
Mario (MOLEQLAR): As a pharmacist who knows science and practice - what do you look for when choosing a supplement or a brand like MOLEQLAR?
Philipp Ausserhofer: I don't work with brands just because it looks good - but if it's a sound fit. I want targeted products based on data. "Less is more" applies here.
Criteria such as purity, quality and, of course, the "Cologne List" are important to me, especially as a competitive athlete.
Mario (MOLEQLAR): How did you become aware of MOLEQLAR - and what do you appreciate about the brand
Philipp Ausserhofer: In fact, the first contact came from MOLEQLAR. The discussions felt honest and good right from the start. There are qualified people behind the brand - no marketing bubbles. And the science-based approach convinced me.
Mario (MOLEQLAR): Have you integrated certain MOLEQLAR products into your everyday life?
Philipp Ausserhofer: Yes, MOLEQLAR has become an integral part of my daily routine. The products form the basis for optimally preparing myself for training and competitions on a cellular level - especially when it comes to regeneration and long-term performance.
Mario (MOLEQLAR): What do you think sets MOLEQLAR apart from other brands in the supplements and diagnostics space?
Philipp Ausserhofer: Of course: the scientific approach. It's not about empty promises, but about proven facts. About real impact. You can see that.
Mario (MOLEQLAR): What influence does the use of high-quality supplements have on your regeneration and performance - especially during long sessions and competitions?
Philipp Ausserhofer: The term high-quality is crucial here. It's not about just any supplements, but the right ones of the right quality. Only then can they really help - whether in regeneration or in preparation for high levels of stress.
Your path to success: advice for sport and everyday life
Mario (MOLEQLAR):What advice would you give to someone who wants to stay fit in the long term - in sport and in everyday life? Philipp Ausserhofer:Learn to read your body. Work with it, not against it. My advice: And perhaps the most important thing: health is not a coincidence, but a daily decision. If you constantly make small, good decisions - in terms of diet, exercise, recovery and mental hygiene - you will benefit in the long term. In sport and in life. Mario (MOLEQLAR): Do you have any final words for our readers? Philipp Ausserhofer:Make your body your priority - not someday, but now. And dare to have the courage to believe in your dreams. Because a dream remains a dream if we don't dare to live it. Dream and dare - that's not just my motto in life, it's the attitude I get up with every day. And this privilege of finding what really draws you in, what feels right - that's what I wish for each and every one of you. Let's go - it's worth it! Discover Philipp's favorite MOLEQLAR® products now - here.
- Sleepis your superpower.
- Regular blood analyses instead of flying blind.
- Quality over quantity - less is often more.
- Seek rituals, not extremes.
