About this episode

Abbey Sharp discusses diet culture myths in running and endurance sports with guests Kylee Van Horn and Zoë Rom.

Here’s a run down of what we discussed in today’s episode: Biggest Nutrition Mistakes Runners Make Why Carbs Are Essential for Endurance Running Carb Loading: How to Do It Properly Sugar & Running: Fuel vs Fear When to Use Gels and Sports Fuel Fiber Timing: Avoiding GI Issues While Running Protein Needs for Runners (and Timing It Right) What a Day of Eating for Runners Looks Like Fasted vs Fed Running: What’s Best? When “Healthy” Running Becomes Unhealthy Check in with today’s amazing guests: Kylee Van Horn & Zoë Rom Podcast: Your Diet Sucks Kylee Van Horn Website: https://flynutrition.org/about Instagram: instagram.com/flynutrition3 Book: Practical Fueling for Endurance Athletes: Your Nutrition Guide for Optimal Performance Zoë Rom Website: zoerom.com Book: Becoming A Sustainable Runner Disclaimer: The content in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is never a substitute for medical advice. If you’re struggling with with your mental or physical health, please work one on one with a health care provider. If you have heard yourself in our discussion today, and are looking for support, contact the free NEDIC helpline at 1-866-NEDIC-20 or go to…

People in this episode

Host: Abbey Sharp

Guests: Kylee Van Horn, Zoë Rom

Topics covered

• running
• endurance sports
• diet culture
• nutrition
• evidence-based training

Keywords

• diet culture
• endurance training
• nutrition
• running
• fueling

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Your Diet Sucks

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