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Endurance Eats

by Alex Larson

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74: Fueling a Pro Gravel Cyclist: Chase Wark on Carbs, Racing & Going Long

October 7, 2026 · 39 min

What happens when you combine professional gravel racing, race directing, fatherhood, a LOT of carbs, and an impressive knowledge of Midwest gas stations? You get Chase Wark. Chase and I have worked together on his nutrition over the past…
73: The Racing Mistakes We’d Never Make

September 30, 2026 · 39 min

You can know exactly what you’re supposed to do as an endurance athlete… and still get it wrong. I’m a dietitian, but I’m also human first. And after years of triathlon, running, gravel racing, and now mountain biking, I’ve made plenty of…
72: Is Stress Wrecking Your Training? What the Data Says and What to Do About It

September 23, 2026 · 44 min

Stress is higher. Life feels heavier. And if your training, recovery, nutrition, or patience feels different lately…you’re probably not imagining it. In this episode of the Endurance Eats Podcast, I’m sitting down in person with returning…
71: Iron Deficiency in Female Endurance Athletes with Dr Cory Dugan

September 16, 2026 · 44 min

Your labs came back “normal”… but you’re exhausted, your training feels harder than it should, and something still feels off. Iron deficiency is incredibly common in female endurance athletes and if ferritin isn’t being checked, you could…
70: What’s Not Being Said About Women’s Sports (ft. pro athletes Dakotah Popehn, Chelsea Sodero, Cécile Lejune)

September 9, 2026 · 16 min

What does it actually mean to be a woman in endurance sports right now? I’ve been thinking about this episode for more than a year, and I knew I didn’t want it to be another conversation focused only on the challenges women face. So I…

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69: The Food and Sleep Connection: What the Science Says

September 2, 2026 · 44 min

What if eating better could actually help you sleep better and sleeping better could make it easier to fuel your body well? It turns out these two things are way more connected than most athletes realize. And if you’ve ever noticed that…
68: Losing Weight During Race Season? What These Sports Dietitians Think

August 26, 2026 · 41 min

If your stomach always seems to betray you on race day, your gel might not actually be the problem. GI issues can come from how hard you're racing, what you ate the day before, dehydration, caffeine, nerves, travel, hormones, or even how…
67: DIY Sports Fuels: Make Your Own Hydration Mixes, Gels & Electrolyte Drinks for Less

August 19, 2026 · 20 min

Sports fuel has come a LONG way, and we love that endurance athletes have more options than ever. But if you’re training for long-course triathlon, cycling, running, or another high-volume endurance sport, you also know how quickly those…
66: Why Your Stomach Hates You On Race Day, And What To Do About It

August 12, 2026 · 26 min

GI issues can derail a race fast, but your gel isn’t always the problem. In this episode of Endurance Eats, Alex Larson is joined by Team ALN dietitians Mary and Hanna to break down the many factors that can contribute to race-day stomach…
65: Training for Life: Dr. Rachel Goldman on Stress Management, Body Image and Getting Out of Your Own Way

August 5, 2026 · 49 min

What if becoming a better athlete had less to do with pushing harder and more to do with changing the way you think? In this episode, Alex Larson sits down with clinical psychologist and author Dr. Rachel Goldman to explore the mental side…
64: Elevated Blood Sugars in Endurance Athletes: Is It Pre-Diabetes or Under-Fueling?

July 29, 2026 · 22 min

Blood sugar has become a hot topic, but what does it actually mean for endurance athletes? Should you be worried about glucose spikes, or are they simply part of fueling well for performance? In this episode of Endurance Eats, Alex Larson…
63: Hormones and Menopause: What Active Woman Needs to Know with Dr. Carla DiGirolamo

July 22, 2026 · 48 min

Female athletes have unique nutrition and health needs, especially as hormones begin to shift during midlife. In this episode, Alex Larson, registered dietitian, sits down with Dr. Carla DiGirolamo to discuss hormonal health, lab…

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About the show

Welcome to the Endurance Eats podcast! This is your go-to safe space to learn about all things nutrition and endurance performance. Get ready for a journey packed with science-backed strategies, practical tips, and inspiring guests to revolutionize the way you think about fueling your body. Whether you're a seasoned triathlete, a newbie runner, or a veteran cyclist, this podcast is for you.