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57: Flip The Mic: Getting to Know the Dietitian Behind Endurance Eats
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- Endurance Eats
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- Apr 29, 2026
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Summary
In this episode of Endurance Eats , Alex Larson flips the mic and has her team of dietitians interview her! She shares her journey from horseback riding to endurance sports and how that evolution shaped her approach to training and nutrition. She breaks down the importance of patience, consistency, and building a strong foundation instead of chasing quick results. Alex also highlights how community and support play a key role in staying motivated and progressing over time. On the nutrition side, she shares her fueling philosophy, including how to approach daily nutrition, race-day strategy, and common mistakes endurance athletes make. This episode is a great way to learn more about the brains behind Endurance Eats podcast 00:00 Introduction and Rapid Fire Questions 02:30 Alex's Athletic Journey and Community in Sports 05:14 Transitioning to Endurance Sports 08:11 Lessons Learned from Endurance Sports 11:05 Training with a Coach and Balancing Life 13:40 Nutrition and Strength Training Challenges 16:30 Upcoming Races and Goals 19:20 Bucket List Races and Future Aspirations 22:02 Nutrition Focus: Iron Levels and Supplements 30:24 Nutritional Supplements and Preferences 31:25 Exploring Favorite and Least Favorite Products 33:21 Hydration Strategies and Gels 35:02 Sodium Bicarbonate and Performance 40:28 Unwinding and Balancing Life 45:43 Future Projects and Substack Launch 52:19 Rapid Fire Questions and Fun Insights This episode of Endurance Eats is brought to you by Alex Larson’s 1:1 Nutrition Coaching. If you’ve ever wondered, Am I eating enough? Am I fueling this right? Why do I still feel tired? you’re not alone. Alex Larson Nutrition helps endurance athletes cut through the confusion and build a fueling plan that actually works for their training, lifestyle, and goals…