Endurance runners love to eat!  However nutrition for endurance running can be a moving target.  Experimentation is key and once you think you have it figured out, you don't.  We found four nutritional experts to help us understand more about nutrition.   Meredith Terranova, experienced ultra runner, swimmer and athlete with a degree in Human Nutrition and Consumer Science.  Check out her website with coaching options. Matt Fitzgerald, Athlete, Coach, Author and Speaker is a certified sports nutritionist including many on nutrition.  Check out his new running camp concept, Endeavorun Stephanie Howe is a PhD in Nutrition and Exercise Science and elite athlete.  Check out her coaching and web site with many great recipes Bob Seebohar is a board certified specialist in Sports Dietetics and former director of sports nutrtition for the University of Florida and served as a sports dietitian for the US Olympic Committee.  Hire him as a coach  

Running is a gloriously democratic and accessible sport. All you need is a pair of shoes and the will to start moving your legs. It's so seemingly simple, that you may never think to figure out how you might get better at it — you just follow what your peers may be doing (who may not know anything more than you do), or pick up tips that percolate through social media (which may not be accurate), or 100% wing it, just vaguely trying to get a little faster each time you run.My guest says that, rather than taking a willy-nilly approach to your recreational running, you can greatly improve your performance by learning from the professionals who actually run for a living.His name is Matt Fitzgerald and he's a sports writer, a running coach, and the co-author of Run Like a Pro (Even If You're Slow): Elite Tools and Tips for Runners at Every Level. Today on the show Matt translates the best practices of elite runners into tactics the amateur can incorporate into their training, beginning with why you need to follow a well-programmed running plan, how to find the sweet spot for your running volume — including why you actually should concentrate more on the amount of time you run rather than the miles — and the number of hours Matt recommends trying to work up to running each week if you'd like to really see what you can do as a runner. We then discuss the ratio of low intensity to high intensity workouts you should be doing, the surprisingly small emphasis pros put on running form, what the pros know about what works best for recovery, and the edge you can get through cross-training. We end our conversation with the difference in mindset that marks elite runners, including how they're probably better quitters than you are.Resources Related to the PodcastAoM Podcast #202: Matt's previous appearance on the show to talk about How Bad Do You Want It?Ventilatory thresholdBen Rosario, co-author of Run Like a Pro (Even If You're Slow)AoM Podcast #266: The Myths and Truths of Distance RunningAoM Podcast #382: How to Lift More, Run Faster, and Endure LongerAoM Article: Beginner's Guide to Long-Distance RunningAoM Article: Bulletproof Ways to Prevent Running InjuriesConnect With Matt FitzgeraldMatt's personal websiteMatt's business website: 80/20 Endurance

Matt Fitzgerald, prolific endurance author and frequent contributor to Ironman and Training Peaks, discusses his book 'How Bad Do You Want It - Mastering the Psychology of Mind over Muscle'. He explores the power of the mind in endurance sports, highlighting the achievements of physically disadvantaged athletes and the importance of positive thinking. The chapter also discusses tapering in training for endurance races and creating an engaging event village.

Renowned author Matt Fitzgerald joins the show to discuss running the perfect race, emphasizing the importance of pacing, training strategies, and psychological toughness. The conversation covers specific workouts, common pacing mistakes to avoid, and the balance between technology and intuition in running. Matt offers valuable insights on preparing for race day, calculating finish times, and leveraging training runs for race performance predictions.

Matt Fitzgerald and Ryan Whited discuss their book on pain and performance, challenging conventional ideas about pain and injury. They explore the nature of pain, the relationship between strength training and back pain reduction, and the importance of adapting and overcoming obstacles in sports. They also discuss managing pain and injuries, techniques for pain management in training, and the benefits of Greg Lehman's blog. They reflect on personal experiences and express gratitude for the opportunity to share their expertise.