This week we dive into a bunch of listener questions, including:  If the HydraPatch will actually hydrate you What Meg’s Strava data is telling us The importance of practicing race day fueling tactics Why you may be struggling with late-start races A whole lot more!  Want to be featured on the show? Email us at fuelforthesolepodcast@gmail.com.  This episode is fueled by ASICS!Head over to ASICS.com and sign up for a OneASICS account. It’s completely free and when you sign up you will receive 10% off your first purchase. You also gain access to exclusive colorways on ASICS.com, free standard shipping, special birthday month discounts and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fuelforthesole/message

This week we discuss the New York City Marathon and how we fueled for a fun day, and we answer several listener questions about:  How many carbs per hour we burn during a race How to know if your gels are actually working Science in Sports vs Maurten gels Fueling on race day to recover faster A whole lot more!  Want to be featured on the show? Email us at fuelforthesolepodcast@gmail.com.  This episode is fueled by ASICS! Head over to ASICS.com and sign up for a OneASICS account. It’s completely free and when you sign up you will receive 10% off your first purchase. You also gain access to exclusive colorways on ASICS.com, free standard shipping, special birthday month discounts and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fuelforthesole/message

This week we’re talking about race day recovery and dive into a recent study on metabolic recovery of marathon runners. We chat about:   The most important facets of recovery  The importance of nutrition timing and recovery How GI health impacts recovery The impact of alcohol on recovery A whole lot more!  Want to be featured on the show? Email us at fuelforthesolepodcast@gmail.com.  This episode is fueled by ASICS and Kodiak!  Head over to ASICS.com and sign up for a OneASICS account. It’s completely free and when you sign up you will receive 10% off your first purchase. You also gain access to exclusive colorways on ASICS.com, free standard shipping, special birthday month discounts and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fuelforthesole/message

This week we’re answering a bunch of your questions all related to race day nutrition and fueling. We cover:  Taking carbs in liquid vs gel form Balancing sodium and carbs on race day Carb loading and fueling for a multi-day race The difference between salt tabs and electrolyte beverages A whole lot more!  Want to be featured on the show? Email us at fuelforthesolepodcast@gmail.com.  This episode is fueled by ASICS and Kodiak!  Head over to ASICS.com and sign up for a OneASICS account. It’s completely free and when you sign up you will receive 10% off your first purchase. You also gain access to exclusive colorways on ASICS.com, free standard shipping, special birthday month discounts and more.We’re enjoying the new Kodiak PEAK Oatmeal which was made specifically for people who live an active lifestyle. It comes with 20g of protein 40% less sugar than original Kodiak oatmeal packets. Head over to www.kodiakcakes.com/BIR for 20% a PEAK Oatmeal bundle. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fuelforthesole/message

This week we talk all things 2023 Berlin Marathon! We recap Meghann’s new 2:49 marathon PR, what the course was like, how she fueled and why carb loading in Berlin is really great. We dive into:  Meghann’s pre-race fueling strategy The personal hydration bottle service offered at the Berlin Marathon How Meghann adjusted her Maurten intake mid-race  Why electrolytes are so important for marathon runners A whole lot more!  Want to be featured on the show? Email us at fuelforthesolepodcast@gmail.com.  This episode is fueled by ASICS and Kodiak!  Head over to ASICS.com and sign up for a OneASICS account. It’s completely free and when you sign up you will receive 10% off your first purchase. You also gain access to exclusive colorways on ASICS.com, free standard shipping, special birthday month discounts and more. We’re enjoying the new Kodiak PEAK Oatmeal which was made specifically for people who live an active lifestyle. It comes with 20g of protein 40% less sugar than original Kodiak oatmeal packets. Head over to www.kodiakcakes.com/BIR for 20% a PEAK Oatmeal bundle. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fuelforthesole/message

This week we dive into several listener questions, including:   The new Maurten 160 product If acid reducing medication affects hydrogels If you can mix sodium with hydrogels  The protein needs of endurance athletes A whole lot more!  Want to be featured on the show? Email us at fuelforthesolepodcast@gmail.com.  This episode is fueled by ASICS! Head over to ASICS.com and sign up for a OneASICS account. It’s completely free and when you sign up you will receive 10% off your first purchase. You also gain access to exclusive colorways on ASICS.com, free standard shipping, special birthday month discounts and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fuelforthesole/message

This week we dive into a new study that discusses the association between pre-exercise food ingestion timing and reactive hypoglycemia. The study examined a group of nearly 7,000 users who logged a total of 48,799 pre-exercise food events with CGM data. We chat about:  What exactly is reactive or rebound hypoglycemia How to navigate reactive hypoglycemiaCarb loading tactics Why you might be feeling hungry all the time  A whole lot more!  Want to be featured on the show? Email us at fuelforthesolepodcast@gmail.com.  This episode is fueled by ASICS! Head over to ASICS.com and sign up for a OneASICS account. It’s completely free and when you sign up you will receive 10% off your first purchase. You also gain access to exclusive colorways on ASICS.com, free standard shipping, special birthday month discounts and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fuelforthesole/message

We’re back to our regular programming answering several listener questions! This week we dive into:  Eating habits that lead to poor morning runs Tactics for changing habits and behaviors around eating Glycogen storage and cramps in the heat Fueling for a 5+ hour marathon A whole lot more!  Want to be featured on the show? Email us at fuelforthesolepodcast@gmail.com.  This episode is fueled by ASICS! Head over to ASICS.com and sign up for a OneASICS account. It’s completely free and when you sign up you will receive 10% off your first purchase. You also gain access to exclusive colorways on ASICS.com, free standard shipping, special birthday month discounts and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fuelforthesole/message

We were overwhelmed with the response from The Drop podcast with Phil Maffetone, so we are bringing you a bonus episode to chat through what was said. We discuss:  ✔ If “junk food” really turns off your aerobic system  ✔ If sugar is as addictive as cigarettes  ✔ If eating too many carbs affects your metabolism negatively  ✔ If runners actually need carbohydrates    ✔ A whole lot more!  Want to be featured on the show? Email us at fuelforthesolepodcast@gmail.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fuelforthesole/message

We very briefly recap our last couple of tour stops and then dive into some listener questions all about travel. We chat about:  ✔ The best protein bar options when you’re on the go  ✔ What to pack when traveling during training or racing  ✔ The correlation between anxiety and digestion  ✔ Why our clothes might be tighter training through the Summer    ✔ A whole lot more!  Want to be featured on the show? Email us at fuelforthesolepodcast@gmail.com.  This episode is fueled by ASICS! Head over to ASICS.com and sign up for a OneASICS account. It’s completely free and when you sign up you will receive 10% off your first purchase. You also gain access to exclusive colorways on ASICS.com, free standard shipping, special birthday month discounts and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fuelforthesole/message

Alright, guys, the first half of this episode is just a recap of our Summer Hydration Tour. We do eventually chat about some hydration products and answers a few listener questions, including:  ✔ What we think about the new NeverSecond Ice gels   ✔ When it's necessary to hyper hydrate (or use a very high sodium product)  ✔ Thoughts on zero calorie electrolyte drinks ✔ Signs of dehydration   ✔ A whole lot more!  Want to be featured on the show? Email us at fuelforthesolepodcast@gmail.com.  This episode is fueled by ASICS!  Head over to ASICS.com and sign up for a OneASICS account. It’s completely free and when you sign up you will receive 10% off your first purchase. You also gain access to exclusive colorways on ASICS.com, free standard shipping, special birthday month discounts and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fuelforthesole/message

This week we cover more listener questions and provide some insight into our Summer racing and fueling tactics. We dive into: ✔ How Meghann fueled for her 8K Win ✔ What we think of FastFood gels ✔ If Ketone IQ is as good as Sara Hall claims it to be ✔ Why we used IV hydration infusions and if they’re actually a good idea ✔ A whole lot more! Want to be featured on the show? Email us at fuelforthesolepodcast@gmail.com. This episode is fueled by ASICS! Head over to ASICS.com and sign up for a OneASICS account. It’s completely free and when you sign up you will receive 10% off your first purchase. You also gain access to exclusive colorways on ASICS.com, free standard shipping, special birthday month discounts and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fuelforthesole/message

This week we’re talking social media trends, artificial sweeteners and answering several listener questions. We dive into:  ✔ Colostrum supplements  ✔ The World Health Organization’s stance on artificial sweeteners  ✔ The Better Bagel  ✔ TikTok advice  ✔ A whole lot  more!  Want to be featured on the show? Email us at fuelforthesolepodcast@gmail.com.  This episode is fueled by ASICS! Head over to ASICS.com and sign up for a OneASICS account. It’s completely free and when you sign up you will receive 10% off your first purchase. You also gain access to exclusive colorways on ASICS.com, free standard shipping, special birthday month discounts and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fuelforthesole/message

This week we sat down with sports psychologist and licensed mental health counselor, Emily Saul. We discuss:  ✔ The connection between nutrition and psychology   ✔ Performance vs. desired “race weight”  ✔ The psychology of underfueling and changing habits  ✔ How to track data and nutrition the most effective and healthy way  ✔ A whole lot  more!  Want to be featured on the show? Email us at fuelforthesolepodcast@gmail.com.  This episode is fueled by ASICS! Head over to ASICS.com and sign up for a OneASICS account. It’s completely free and when you sign up you will receive 10% off your first purchase. You also gain access to exclusive colorways on ASICS.com, free standard shipping, special birthday month discounts and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fuelforthesole/message

This week we discuss some recent articles and research, followed by a chat with CEO of Nix Biosensors, Meridith Cass. We cover: ✔ If body shape and size affects performance in the heat  ✔ If wearing calf sleeves prevents GI issues in the marathon  ✔ A deep dive into Nix Biosensors  ✔ The importance of sweat rate and composition  ✔ A whole lot  more!  Want to be featured on the show? Email us at fuelforthesolepodcast@gmail.com to be featured.  This episode is fueled by ASICS! Head over to ASICS.com and sign up for a OneASICS account. It’s completely free and when you sign up you will receive 10% off your first purchase. You also gain access to exclusive colorways on ASICS.com, free standard shipping, special birthday month discounts and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fuelforthesole/message

This week goes a little off the rails. We answer a few listener questions and chat about:    ✔ A deep dive into Momentous vital aminos ✔ How to properly fuel as a larger or smaller athlete  ✔ Low cost options to eat properly during marathon training ✔ Optygen HP supplements  ✔ A whole lot  more!  Want to be featured on the show? Email us at fuelforthesolepodcast@gmail.com to be featured.  This episode is fueled by ASICS! Head over to ASICS.com and sign up for a OneASICS account. It’s completely free and when you sign up you will receive 10% off your first purchase. You also gain access to exclusive colorways on ASICS.com, free standard shipping, special birthday month discounts and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fuelforthesole/message

This week, we dive into a low carb study and answer all your carb questions. We chat about:   ✔ A low carb training study and the effects on performance  ✔ Whether or not the “type” of carb matters in training  ✔ Which types of carbohydrates are best for card loading  ✔ Emma Bates’ fueling and hydration strategy at the Boston Marathon  ✔ A whole lot  more!  Want to be featured on the show? Share your questions via the Anchor App (just click the 'message' button) or email us at fuelforthesolepodcast@gmail.com to be featured.  This episode is fueled by ASICS! Head over to ASICS.com and sign up for a OneASICS account. It’s completely free and when you sign up you will receive 10% off your first purchase. You also gain access to exclusive colorways on ASICS.com, free standard shipping, special birthday month discounts and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fuelforthesole/message

It’s another week of rapid fire listener questions! We discuss:   ✔ Signs of not getting enough calcium and Vitamin D  ✔ How beets affect running performance  ✔ What adaptogens are, and if should we take them   ✔ When to take supplements like ashwagandha and citrulline malate ✔ A whole lot more!  Want to be featured on the show? Share your questions via the Anchor App (just click the 'message' button) or email us at fuelforthesolepodcast@gmail.com to be featured.  This episode is fueled by ASICS! Head over to ASICS.com and sign up for a OneASICS account. It’s completely free and when you sign up you will receive 10% off your first purchase. You also gain access to exclusive colorways on ASICS.com, free standard shipping, special birthday month discounts and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fuelforthesole/message

It’s Boston Marathon race week! We’re diving into your race day questions and discussing fueling needs for a late-start race. We cover:  ✔ How to adjust your typical fueling strategy for a late start race  ✔ What to eat the night before the big day  ✔ If you should carb deplete prior to race weekend  ✔ How to use and adjust the carb loading calculator  ✔ A whole lot more!  Want to be featured on the show? Share your questions via the Anchor App (just click the 'message' button) or email us at fuelforthesolepodcast@gmail.com to be featured.  This episode is fueled by ASICS! Head over to ASICS.com and sign up for a OneASICS account. It’s completely free and when you sign up you will receive 10% off your first purchase. You also gain access to exclusive colorways on ASICS.com, free standard shipping, special birthday month discounts and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fuelforthesole/message

This week we answer a listener question on selecting performance nutrition that works best for you. We discuss the different types, and review two of the most popular options right now: Maurten and UCAN.  We dive into: ✔ The difference between UCAN and Maurten  ✔  Slow vs. fast absorbing carbs and how it relates to performance  ✔ What happens when you mix sodium with the Maurten hydrogel  ✔ The latest products from Maurten   ✔ A whole lot more!  Want to be featured on the show? Share your questions via the Anchor App (just click the 'message' button) or email us at fuelforthesolepodcast@gmail.com to be featured.  This episode is fueled by ASICS!  Head over to ASICS.com and sign up for a OneASICS account. It’s completely free and when you sign up you will receive 10% off your first purchase. You also gain access to exclusive colorways on ASICS.com, free standard shipping, special birthday month discounts and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fuelforthesole/message