Nutrition for Runners Q&A


In this episode we’re helping runners troubleshoot pre-run and intra-run fueling, bonking; nutrition for peri-menopause and menopause; how to add more protein to your diet, including vegan protein sources; dealing with nausea after a race; and the 3 essential nutrition practices you don’t want to ignore!

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The Boulderthon in Boulder, Colorado, October 8th. Trevor is doing a live podcast episode at the expo. Use the code MTA20 to save $20!

3 Responses to Nutrition for Runners Q&A

  1. Blair October 9, 2023 at 5:08 pm #

    I always enjoy learning about nutrition. One subject that your guest brought up repeatedly was the need to eat often, throughout the day. It was suggested that this increases metabolism. However, several journal articles refute this to the point that most nutritionists no longer make the claim. Is there another good reason to eat often during the day? Is recovery improved by eating often?

    • Coach Amber October 13, 2023 at 10:49 am #

      Hi Blair! Coach Amber here from MetPro. 😊 The main reason I suggest eating frequently throughout the day is to help regulate your blood sugar, which in return can improve your metabolism. Eating every 2-3 hours and not going more than 4 hours helps keep your blood sugar in balance throughout the day compared to eating 3 larger meals. Regulating blood sugar can help control cravings, appetite & energy levels, especially for runners. 🙂

  2. Deena Rocco October 10, 2023 at 3:31 pm #

    Great interview! Thank you. Lots of helpful info for this menopausal marathon runner.

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