Vic Johnson is a sports dietician specialising in mountain endurance athletes—from ultra runners, to mountaineers, skiers, and triathletes. Vic provides essential advice on hydration, carbohydrate intake, and the impact of diet on performance and health. We delve into the complexities of nutrition, exploring topics like glycogen stores, fat metabolism, and the differences between male and female nutritional needs. Whether you're an amateur or a pro, this episode offers valuable knowledge to help you enhance your performance and overall well-being.
Chapters
(00:00) Intro
(00:32) What is a mountain sports dietitian
(02:07) Vic's background
(11:27) The building blocks of nutrition and performance
(14:05) The importance of hydration
(25:30) Pre-training nutrition
(28:44) Fat metabolism and carb intake
(34:11) Stress fractures and their relationship to diet
(38:22) Periodising Nutrition, Low Carb Diets
(42:32) Nutritional differences between men and women
(47:49) Intermitent fasting and running performance
(50:29) Plant based diets for endurance athletes
(56:46) Where to begin with nutrition
(59:55) Debunking a nutritional myth
(01:03:51) Athlete success story
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