EPISODE · Mar 27, 2026 · 41 MIN
50: Marathon Training: How to Prevent Gut Issues + Injury (Runner's GI Survival Guide)
from The GutFit Nutrition Podcast · host Leigh Merotto, Dietitian | IBS, Gut Health and Fitness Expert
Struggling with gut issues during marathon training? From bloating and reflux to urgent bathroom stops mid-run, digestive issues affect up to 50% of endurance athletes—and they can seriously impact your performance if not addressed.As a Registered Dietitian and endurance athlete, I’m sharing both the science and real-life strategies I use (and teach my clients) to prevent gut issues during training, so you can perform your best without digestive setbacks.YOU’LL TAKEAWAY: ✅ Why gut issues are so common in runners and endurance athletes✅ How to prevent runner’s stomach during training and racing✅ What “gut training” is and how to implement it✅ The role of low FODMAP, low fibre, and low fat nutrition for performance fuelling✅ How to reduce injury risk while increasing mileage—👩🏻💻 RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED: ⤵️💡 Ready to take it further? Get my Pre & Post Workout for a Happy Gut Mini Course + Resource Bundle🚀 Want personalized support?Apply for 1:1 Coaching (IBS, Gut Health + Performance)—✉️ CONNECT WITH ME: ⤵️📱Follow on Instagram🎁 Grab a Freebie! —ENJOYING THE PODCAST?Your rating & review help this show get into the earbuds of more listeners navigating gut issues, IBS & fatigue. Scroll down in Apple Podcasts or Spotify, tap ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐, and write one quick sentence.Not sure what to say? Try: “I listen to this podcast because…” 🎧
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