EP 724: Why Most Athletes Get Carbs Wrong

Are you fueling your endurance training the right way—or are outdated carb myths holding you back? In this episode, we're joined by sports dietitian Bob Seebohar to explore the evolving science behind carbohydrate consumption in endurance sports. We discuss how nutrition periodization, metabolic flexibility, and gut training can transform both performance and recovery. Bob challenges the one-size-fits-all approach to sports nutrition, emphasizing the need for personalized plans that align with each athlete's physiology and goals. From managing GI distress to optimizing glycogen storage and understanding blood sugar dynamics, this conversation dives deep into how and when to use carbs for peak athletic output.  Here is the LINK to the new research we mentioned. Check out these links too: All Around Snack Co. 3rd Edition of Bob's book on Amazon Metabolic Efficiency Training: Teaching the Body to Burn More Fat on Bob's site Metabolic Efficiency Training: Teaching the Body to Burn More Fat Bob's Web site: Enrg Performance Inside Sports Nutrition Podcast Episode Sponsors: Janji, Use code TRAILRUNNER for 10% off Peluva, 15% off with code TRAILRUNNER Liquid IV, get 20% off your first order with code TRAILRUNNER Wonderful Pistachios Oikos Triple Zero FREE! Trail Runner Nation's Trail Triage app