Bite Back with Abbey Sharp

Fuelling for Running & Endurance Sports: Everything Diet Culture Got Wrong with Kylee Van Horn and Zoe Rom

Episode Summary

In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, I’m joined by dietitian Kylee Van Horn and writer Zoë Rom, hosts of Your Diet Sucks, to unpack the myths and diet culture narratives that show up in running and endurance sports. Whether you’re training for a race or just adding more movement to your routine, we explore how to fuel properly, avoid common pitfalls, and approach endurance training with a more balanced, evidence-based mindset.

Episode Notes

Here’s a run down of what we discussed in today’s episode:

• Biggest Nutrition Mistakes Runners Make
• Why Carbs Are Essential for Endurance Running
• Carb Loading: How to Do It Properly
• Sugar & Running: Fuel vs Fear
• When to Use Gels and Sports Fuel
• Fiber Timing: Avoiding GI Issues While Running
• Protein Needs for Runners (and Timing It Right)
• What a Day of Eating for Runners Looks Like
• Fasted vs Fed Running: What’s Best?
• When “Healthy” Running Becomes Unhealthy

Check in with today’s amazing guests:  Kylee Van Horn & Zoë Rom

• Podcast: Your Diet Sucks

Kylee Van Horn

• Website: https://flynutrition.org/about
• Instagram: instagram.com/flynutrition3
• Book: Practical Fueling for Endurance Athletes: Your Nutrition Guide for Optimal Performance

Zoë Rom

• Website: zoerom.com
• Book: Becoming A Sustainable Runner
   

Disclaimer: The content in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is never a substitute for medical advice. If you’re struggling with with your mental or physical health, please work one on one with a health care provider.

If you have heard yourself in our discussion today, and are looking for support, contact the free NEDIC helpline at 1-866-NEDIC-20 or go to eatingdisorderhope.com.