Trail Running, Bear Encounters & Race Nutrition | Fiery Embers Podcast with Amy Golumbia

What do bear encounters, guacamole, and Epic Bars have in common? They’re all part of this hilarious and insightful episode of Fiery Embers, where host Jason Bahamundi sits down with Amy Golumbia, founder of GoodPhyte. Amy isn’t just a supplement entrepreneur—she’s a competitive trail runner, race director, and expert in fueling for endurance sports in the most unconventional ways.The episode kicks off with Amy sharing her journey into endurance sports, from directing races like Five Peaks and Trailstoke to running through the Canadian wilderness—sometimes with unexpected wildlife encounters! She and Jason dive into the science behind GoodPhyte, her supplement designed to combat phytate, an antinutrient found in plant-based foods, and why it’s a game-changer for athletes looking to optimize nutrition.But it wouldn’t be Fiery Embers without some unexpected twists! Amy talks about her love for guacamole (with just the right amount of lime and salt), her unconventional approach to nutrition (hint: peanut butter straight from the jar), and her favorite race-day snacks. If you’ve ever wondered whether Impossible Whoppers or Klondike bars belong in an endurance athlete’s fuel plan, Amy’s take might surprise you! And, of course, Jason shares his own obsession with old-fashioned donuts.This episode is packed with laughs, unique insights into endurance nutrition, and stories that every athlete—especially those who love trail running—will relate to. Whether you’re looking to optimize your fueling strategy or just need a good chuckle, you won’t want to miss this conversation.🔥 Timestamps:⏱️ [00:02 -12:44] Introduction & GoodPhyte Overview – Amy’s background, race directing, and Canadian bear encounters⏱️ [12:44 -23:23] Food Preferences & Nutrition – Avocados, peanut butter habits, and the ultimate parenting hack⏱️ [23:23 -33:12] Race-Day Fueling – The unexpected power of donuts, Epic Bars, and unconventional energy sourcesHit play now, and let’s dive into the lighter (and tastier) side of endurance sports!👉 Subscribe for more: [Run Tri Bike YouTube Channel]👍 Like & comment: What’s your go-to race snack?🔔 Turn on notifications so you never miss a new episode!