About this episode

Paul Booth discusses the science and practical strategies of fueling for ultra endurance performance.

What separates elite ultra endurance athletes from everyone else? In this episode, Paul Booth breaks down the reality of fueling for performance — including carbohydrate intake, hydration, caffeine, gut training, race-day strategy, and recovery. This conversation explores both the science and the practical side of endurance nutrition, including what athletes get wrong, what actually works, and how small decisions can make a huge difference over long distances. We cover: •ultra endurance fueling strategies •caffeine and performance •hydration and electrolytes •gut training for racing •carbs, GI distress, and race-day mistakes •elite athlete preparation behind the scenes A great episode for anyone interested in endurance, performance, and how to get more out of training and racing. Exploring the benefits of red and infra light therapy? Our community receive 10% off via this link Want to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTube Instagram  @degreesofhealth Disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Host: Benjamin Hopkins

Guest: Paul Booth

Topics covered

• ultra endurance fueling
• caffeine and performance
• hydration and electrolytes
• gut training
• carbohydrate intake
• race-day strategy
• recovery

Keywords

• endurance nutrition
• carbs
• hydration
• caffeine
• gut training
• race-day mistakes
• elite athletes

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