EPISODE · Feb 4, 2026 · 33 MIN
142 | Marathon Nutrition After 35: Preventing Injury Through Fueling
from Exam Room Nutrition: Where Busy Clinicians Learn About Nutrition
If you’ve ever had a patient training for a marathon (or you are that patient) this episode will change how you think about fueling, injury risk, and longevity in running. In this episode, you’ll learn:Why runners over 35 are uniquely vulnerable to injury, even when they "eat healthy"Why so many runners under-consume carbohydrates (and how to explain carbs without triggering fear)How inadequate fat intake may increase injury riskHigh-yield screening questions clinicians can ask runners in a short visitWhat RED-S (Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport) really is and why it’s often missed in older athletesWhen sugar and ultra-processed foods actually make sense for endurance athletesConnect with Erin Ultra Appetites Resources Mentioned:Australian Institute of SportInternational Olympic Committee – RED-S Consensus Statement (2023) RED-S Clinical Assessment ToolAmerican College of Sports Medicine Joint Position StatementAny Questions? Send Me a MessageSupport the showConnect with Colleen:InstagramLinkedInSign up for my FREE Newsletter - Nutrition hot-topics delivered to your inbox each week.Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies, and opinions of the author(s). Its goal is to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnosis-specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) advises the reader to always consult with appropriate health, medical, and professional consultants for support for individual children and family situations. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer.
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If you’ve ever had a patient training for a marathon (or you are that patient) this episode will change how you think about fueling, injury risk, and longevity in running. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why runners over 35 are uniquely vulnerable to injury, even when they "eat healthy"Why so many runners under-consume carbohydrates (and how to explain carbs without triggering fear)How inadequate fat intake may increase injury riskHigh-yield screening questions clinicians can ask runners...
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142 | Marathon Nutrition After 35: Preventing Injury Through Fueling
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