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.

You can learn more at alexlarsonnutrition.com.

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Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• Apply for 1:1 Coaching with an ALN Dietitian https://alexlarsonnutrition.com

• FREE 10 Day Protein Meal Guide

• Serena Bishop Gordon (Coach)

• Unbound Gravel Race

• Oregon Trail Gravel Race

• Fueling Field Notes (Substack)

  
  

Connect with Me:

• Instagram: @alexlarsonnutrition

• Website: alexlarsonnutrition.com

  
  

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