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Summary:

Join Coaches Justin and Katie on this episode of the Endurance Athlete Journey Podcast as they dive into the concepts of metabolic efficiency and metabolic flexibility. In the first part of this two-part series, Katie leads a comprehensive discussion on the nutritional strategies behind improving the body's ability to burn fat and switch between fuel sources. The conversation covers the science behind

• Fat and carbohydrate utilization
• Benefits and limitations of being fat-adapted for endurance athletes
• Importance of balancing performance with overall health
• Explore practical approaches to fueling
• Impacts of different dietary strategies on training
• Key signs to look for when assessing your own metabolic adaptations.

Whether you're an endurance athlete preparing for a long-distance event or simply curious about optimizing your performance through nutrition, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable tips. Tune in for expert advice, real-world experiences, and a preview of the next episode focused on training strategies for metabolic health.

Additional References:

Louise Burke research on race walkers: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5407976/

Low carbohydrate, high fat ketogenic diets on the exercise crossover point and glucose homeostasis. https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/physiology/articles/10.3389/fphys.2023.1150265/full

The Endurance Athlete Journey Podcast Episode 25: Periodizing Your Nutrition for Race Day Success: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2450527/episodes/17901870

For all things coaching, reach out:

Coach Katie: www.Fuel2Run.com

Coach Justin: www.TabulaRasaRacing.com

Podcast Email: theenduranceathletejourney@gmail.com