Mayo Clinic On Nutrition

Food is Fuel: How to Eat Like an Athlete, Nutrients for Endurance, and Handling Plateaus

Mayo Clinic On Nutrition

Show Notes

We know the general calculation for fueling exercise: more calories = more power. But how do we properly nourish ourselves while training to get the best - and healthiest - results? On this episode of On Nutrition, we talk with registered dietitian Alex Larson about the most important nutrients to target for endurance, the nuances of sports nutrition, and how to handle a plateau. Find us online at Mayo Clinic Press for more health and wellness articles, podcasts and books. Do you have feedback, questions or topic suggestions? Email us at [email protected]. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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