60 | More Summer Tour Recaps, Travel Nutrition, Reasons our Clothes are Tight
Aug 15, 2023
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The hosts recap their recent tour stops and answer listener questions about travel. They discuss protein bar options, packing essentials for training or racing, the correlation between anxiety and digestion, and why clothes might feel tighter in the summer. They also touch on body odor from consuming animal protein, strategies for maintaining nutrition while traveling, managing bloating and anxiety, and hydration habits during travel. Plus, they have a casual conversation about Britney Spears, tiredness, food, and tiny underpants.
The best protein bar options for on-the-go fuel include Rise bars, Cliff Builder bars, and ANA bars, which offer a good balance of protein and carbs.
Changes in clothing fit during marathon training can be attributed to muscle development, hydration levels, inflammation, and fluctuations in glycogen stores, and should be viewed positively as adaptations to training.
Anxiety can impact digestion, leading to symptoms such as bloating and altered hunger cues, so it's important to address underlying anxiety and practice stress management techniques while traveling.
Deep dives
Choosing the Right Bars for Fueling On the Go
When it comes to selecting bars for fueling on the go, popular options include Rise bars, Cliff Builder bars, and ANA bars. These bars offer a good balance of protein and carbs, and they come in various flavors to suit different preferences. Epic bars are another option, especially for those who prefer savory protein snacks. It's important to note that personal preferences may vary, so you can experiment with different brands and varieties to find the ones that work best for you.
Dealing with Clothing Fit Changes during Marathon Training
During marathon training, it's not uncommon for clothes to feel tighter or differently fitting, even if you're gaining muscle rather than fat. This can be due to muscle development and changes in body composition. Factors such as hydration levels, inflammation, fluctuations in glycogen stores, and even feelings of bloating can contribute to these changes. If your performance is improving and you're following a balanced nutrition plan, it's likely that any changes in clothing fit are related to positive adaptations to training.
Managing Anxiety, Digestion, and Travel Nutrition
Anxiety can impact digestion and lead to symptoms such as bloating, altered hunger cues, and feeling overly full. It's important to address underlying anxiety and work on stress management techniques. Additionally, travelers can support their nutrition by packing snacks and staple foods they usually rely on, staying on a regular eating schedule, scoping out restaurants or food delivery options in advance, and avoiding high-fat meals that may worsen digestive issues. Proper hydration is also crucial when traveling.
Interpreting Changes in Clothing Fit
Changes in clothing fit can have various causes, including muscle development, fluid retention, and individual body composition. If clothes feel tighter during marathon training, it can be a combination of factors such as muscle growth, hydration levels, inflammation, and fluctuations in glycogen stores. It's essential to focus on overall performance improvements and body composition changes rather than solely relying on perceived changes in clothing fit. Putting on muscle mass should be viewed positively, and finding comfortable clothing can help maintain a positive mindset.
Understanding Body Changes During Fitness Journey
During a fitness journey, it's common for bodies to undergo changes that may affect clothing fit. These changes can include muscle development, fluid retention, and other factors like hydration levels, inflammation, and fluctuations in glycogen stores. While clothing feeling tighter does not always indicate fat gain, it's important to focus on overall performance improvements and body composition changes rather than solely relying on clothing fit as an indicator. Remember to embrace positive changes and find comfortable clothing that contributes to a positive mindset.
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