Ellen McGrath - Fueling the Masters: Nutrition, Aging and Running Strong

In this episode of Masters on the Move, we sit down with nutritionist Ellen McGrath to unpack how nutrition shapes performance, recovery, and overall health as we age. Drawing on both her professional expertise and personal running experience, Ellen shares practical insights for masters athletes who want to fuel smarter, recover faster, and enjoy their sport for years to come.We explore how nutritional needs shift with age, why protein becomes a non-negotiable for older athletes, and which vitamins and minerals deserve more attention. Ellen also breaks down how to adapt fueling strategies across different training phases, avoid common mistakes in long-distance nutrition, and fine-tune recovery with smart protein timing and hydration.Beyond the science, Ellen offers simple, everyday strategies to balance performance with lifestyle — proving that eating well doesn’t have to be complicated. Whether you’re chasing PBs or just aiming to keep running strong, this episode is packed with advice you can put into practice right away.Get in contact and follow us - Send in your questions, show suggestions and comments (good or bad) to:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/share/17EN4yrAqp/?mibextid=wwXIfrInstagram https://www.instagram.com/motmpod?igsh=MW8yamF4cHBkZWpxZg%3D%3D&utm_source=qremail [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.