Episode 37: Basics of Performance Nutrition and Debunking Nutrition Myths with Carolyn Stocker, RD

Carolyn Stocker is a Registered Dietitian (RD) and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). Currently, Carolyn teaches nutrition at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA and is the consulting nutritionist and strength & conditioning coach for the Chaski Endurance Collective. Carolyn grew up in Western Massachusetts and started running when she was 5 years old. In high school, she was a Western Massachusetts Champion in XC and track and a State champion in track. At the University of Maine, Carolyn raced the 5k and 10k and is on the top 10 all-time list for those events for indoor and outdoor track.  Outside of collegiate running, she holds the junior record at the Mt. Washington Road Race in Gorham, NH and is a member of the United States Snowshoe Team. Carolyn stays involved in the ultra-community as the volunteer coordinator for the Vermont 100 Trail Race in Windsor, VT and manages the 500+ volunteers since 2016 and has been on the race committee for the Seven Sisters Trail Race in Amherst, MA since 2015.With her personal athletic experience and evidence-based practice of nutrition, strength and conditioning, and run coaching, Carolyn looks to help runners build their autonomy, confidence, and positivity with their nutritional needs to reach their goals! Carolyn will also be one of the head coaches at REVIVE Running Retreat, September 26-29th! An all inclusive event designed to empower female athletes in their bodies regardless of experience, pace, or size!During our conversation today we discussed:What are the Major MacronutrientsImpacts of Keto / Intermittent Fasting on Endurance PerformanceImportance of Carbohydrates for Endurance AthletesBenefits of Processed Foods for RunnersPre Run & Post Run FuelingFueling on Long RunsBenefits of Sports Engineered FuelRelationship between Carbohydrates, Water and ElectrolytesAnd More!Be sure to connect with Carolyn to learn more about her and her 1:1 coaching opportunities!Website: https://www.carolynstockerperformance.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/castocker_rd/Listen today 🎧! You can find this podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify!LinksInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepersonalizedrunningdoc/Website: https://thepersonalizedrunningdoc.comREVIVE Female Running Retreat: https://thepersonalizedrunningdoc.com/events/revive-running-retreatActionable StepsSchedule a Discovery Call: https://thepersonalizedrunningdoc.com/scheduleFree Resources for Runners: https://thepersonalizedrunningdoc.com/resourcesSecure Your Spot at REVIVE: https://app.pteverywhere.com/theprdoc/bookingonlinePtE/category=65f0bdb872e0be0713192879