Fueling the Distance: Mastering Carb Loading for Marathon Season

Ever hit the dreaded wall during a marathon? In this episode expert guest Meghann Featherstun from Featherstone Nutrition breaks down carb loading, the game-changing strategy that can help you avoid that fate. Charlie and Meghann emphasise the significance of sufficient carbohydrate intake to sustain energy levels during endurance activities and dispel the misconceptions surrounding carb consumption. Meghann provides insights into the mental and physical benefits of carb loading and addresses common concerns, such as fibre management and hydration during travel. They discuss personalised approaches to carb loading, highlighting individual differences in tolerance and preferences. Learn practical tips for managing your carb intake and why your brain might love those gels just as much as your muscles do. Tune in and turn your next marathon into your best one yet.Meghann’s carb drinks and supplements recommendations:Precision Fuel and Hydration Carb & Electrolyte Drink Precision Fuel and Hydration Carb only drink Maurten Carb Drinks Skratch Lab Super High Carb drink High Five Energy Drink OTE Energy Drink Tailwind Styrkr dual carb drink mix Connect with Charlie online @therunnerbeans / www.therunnerbeans.com Grab a copy of Charlie’s book ‘Cook Eat Run’ The Cook Eat Run Podcast is sponsored by XMiles - the One Stop Nutrition Shop - use discount code CER-POD10 for 10% off site wide at Xmiles.co.ukThis podcast is produced by Buckers at Decibelle Creative decibellecreative.com / @decibelle_creative