
Fueling for Endurance Fitness Success, with Michelle Howe and Dr. Alex Harrison
11/04/24 • 82 min
Will fueling your running really make that big of a difference? Is sugar bad for people, especially athletes? How much fueling is too much? Can you make your own energy gels and drinks for training and racing? These important questions are discussed with fueling experts Alex Harrison and Michelle Howe in this edition of the TRACER podcast. Subscribe to this podcast for more conversations that will help you get faster.
Check out the Saturday fueling app at saturdaymorning.fit, as well as their YouTube channel: @Saturday_ProFuel
Nail your next race with adaptive training programs from world-class pros at https://tracerfitness.com. Programs include half marathons, full marathons, trail ultramarathons, and skimo races. Get a free trail and start getting faster now!
Listen to The TRACER Podcast for conversations that will make you faster, on both YouTube and via your favorite podcasting app. Visit here: https://tracerfitness.com/blog
Get faster on your next ultra or marathon with adaptive, intelligent training from world-class pros at tracerfitness.com.
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Will fueling your running really make that big of a difference? Is sugar bad for people, especially athletes? How much fueling is too much? Can you make your own energy gels and drinks for training and racing? These important questions are discussed with fueling experts Alex Harrison and Michelle Howe in this edition of the TRACER podcast. Subscribe to this podcast for more conversations that will help you get faster.
Check out the Saturday fueling app at saturdaymorning.fit, as well as their YouTube channel: @Saturday_ProFuel
Nail your next race with adaptive training programs from world-class pros at https://tracerfitness.com. Programs include half marathons, full marathons, trail ultramarathons, and skimo races. Get a free trail and start getting faster now!
Listen to The TRACER Podcast for conversations that will make you faster, on both YouTube and via your favorite podcasting app. Visit here: https://tracerfitness.com/blog
Get faster on your next ultra or marathon with adaptive, intelligent training from world-class pros at tracerfitness.com.
Follow TRACER on Instagram
Follow TRACER on YouTube
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Maintaining Consistency Through Both Good and Bad Days, with Eli and Tabor Hemming
Eli and Tabor Hemming, two of the fastest trail runners around, join the Tracer podcast to discuss their training philosophy and how everyday runners can improve their training.
The Hemmings emphasize the importance of consistency in training, noting that a single workout won't make or break your fitness. Instead, focus on building fitness over months and years. They also stress that any running counts towards consistency, so even a short run is better than nothing.
To set yourself up for success, prioritize your training and eliminate excuses. The Hemmings suggest preparing for hard workouts like races, ensuring proper fueling, hydration, and recovery in the days leading up to the workout. They also recommend active recovery on rest days.
When assessing tiredness levels, look for trends rather than focusing on a single day. If you consistently feel terrible, take a rest day or even three. The Hemmings also advise paying attention to your motivation levels. If you lack excitement to run for several days, it could indicate overtraining.
While heat training is becoming increasingly popular, the Hemmings caution against overdoing it and emphasize the importance of building a solid fitness base first. They suggest incorporating heat training in the last block of training.
The Hemmings also discuss the importance of listening to your body and not solely relying on data from devices. They believe that journaling your feelings and training can provide valuable insights into your overall well-being.
Finally, they stress the importance of believing in your training plan. Even unconventional training methods can be successful if you have confidence in what you are doing. Find what works best for you and prioritize your overall health and well-being.
Nail your next race with adaptive training programs from world-class pros at https://tracerfitness.com. Programs include half marathons, full marathons, trail ultramarathons, and skimo races. Get a free trail and start getting faster now!
Listen to The TRACER Podcast for conversations that will make you faster, on both YouTube and via your favorite podcasting app. Visit here: https://tracerfitness.com/blog
Get faster on your next ultra or marathon with adaptive, intelligent training from world-class pros at tracerfitness.com.
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Best Trail Running Gifts for 2025
In this episode, we get some amazing 2025 gift ideas from legend trail runners Max King and Amy Rusiecki, hosted by TRACER co-founder, Joey Wilson. For links to all gifts discussed in this video, see https://www.tracerfitness.com/blog/the-best-trail-running-gifts-for-2025
Nail your next race with adaptive training programs from world-class pros at https://tracerfitness.com. Programs include half marathons, full marathons, trail ultramarathons, and skimo races. Get a free trail and start getting faster now!
Listen to The TRACER Podcast for conversations that will make you faster, on both YouTube and via your favorite podcasting app. Visit here: https://tracerfitness.com/blog
Get faster on your next ultra or marathon with adaptive, intelligent training from world-class pros at tracerfitness.com.
Follow TRACER on Instagram
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