Nutrition Rundown
Episodes
Q&A: THC for Performance, HR Based Fueling, And More
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
I received some great questions for this one! I hope you enjoy my perspective as well as some other advice near the end. Check out my website for more...
Dr. Andrew Creer | Investigating Ultra Running Metabolism
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew is a professor at UVU with a PhD in bioenergetics. In this episode, we go over his research done at the Wasatch 100 determining how many calori...
Rebecca Rick | Moab 240 Winner + Nutrition Strategy & Research
30 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rebecca Rick came back for vengance this year at the 2025 Moab 240 and pulled off the win on the female side by a good margin. Rebecca is a core membe...
Paul Booth | Ultra Running Nutritionist for Salomon's Trail Team
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Booth is an accomplished ultra runner and nutritionist who is currently finishing up his PhD is carbohydrate metabolism. In this episode, we talk...
Adam Loomis | Ski Champ to Ultra Dominance
15 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Adam Loomis has been having one heck of a year as an ultra runner and doesn't seem to be slowing down. In this episode, I get to know Adam's h...
Taylor Brower | Breaking Down Skratch Labs Products
27 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I speak with Taylor Brower, a Registered Dietitian who has been working with Skratch for a few years now. We go over her own path to ...
Zach Bitter | American Male 100 Mile Record Nutrition Plan, Low Carb Fueling, Exogenous Ketones
18 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Zach Bitter is best known for his 100 mile record in 2019 that was actually the world record at the time, and now still stands as the American male 10...
Chris Andrews | Jackpot 50 Mile Win, Fueling Strategy, Vegan Diet
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode with Chris, we talk about his recent win at the Jackpot 50 miler, how he fueled during his impressive sub 6 hour effort, the nutrition...
Alex Proctor | Ambitions to Become a Professional Ultra Runner, Nutrition Philosophy
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk with Alex Proctor, a Salt Lake City based ultra runner with big plans in the sport. We go over his transition from baseball to...
Tim Nooney | Black Canyon 100k Recap, Race Day Nutrition, Upcoming Races
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tim Nooney is a sponsored runner with La Sportiva, he's quite new to the sport but is already making a splash. His main focus this year is on the 100k...
Emory Atterberry | Founder of Hyperlyte Liquid Performance
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is my first episode out with a product creator. I'm fascinated with product innovation, especially during these last few years. The sports nu...
Weaning off of Spring Energy, My 2024 Racing Recap, Planning your 2025 Race/Training Nutrition
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thanks for your support in 2024! To show my gratitude, I'm offering $20 off your first month if you're interested in working with me one-on-one. I hav...
Sam Collins | 2nd Place Puerto Vallarta 100 Miler, Hot, Humid Race Nutrition Strategy
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sam recently placed 2nd at the Puerto Vallarta 100 miler. This isn't Sam's first great performance, he's been making a name for himself in the sport f...
Alex Kelly | Benefits of Sports Massage
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Alex Kelly is a Utah based Licensed Massage Therapist. He works with athletes of many disciplines as well as people recovering from surgery, and those...
Ashley Gish | Women's Health, Hormones, Perimenopause, Women Strength in Long Ultras
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, I speak with Ashley Gish. Ashley has a doctorate degree in Women's Health and is also a Nurse Practitioner. She is also certified ...
Jazmine Lowther | Racing, Nutrition, and Dealing with Injury
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, I speak with Jazmine Lowther, a professional trail runner for The North Face and Näak. We talk about her phenomenal year of racin...
Off Season Nutrition
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's that time of year when racing comes to a close and time off from serious training begins. Should your nutrition change? And if so, how? In this e...
David Hedges | WURL FKT, Nutrition Strategies, Sponsorship
13 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode I interview David Hedges who is just a few days removed from the WURL (Wasatch Ultimate Ridge Linkup) Fastest Known Time. He was ab...
Chris Hammes | High Lonesome 100 + Run Rabbit Run 100 Double
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode I talk with Chris Hammes. Chris is coming off a win at the High Lonesome 100 miler, as well as a 3rd place finish at the Run Rabbit...
High Carb or High Fat Approach?
03 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I go over the potential advantages and pitfalls of both high fat and high carb diets. There is a lot to unpack in this episode, especi...
Grant Barnette | American 24-Hour Vertical Ski Record Attempt, & Nutrition Strategy
29 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, I interview Grant Barnette, a professional trail runner and skimo athlete who is just a few days removed from his attempt at t...
Food or Gels? Which is Better During an Ultramarathon Race
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There are plenty of fueling options out there. Just knowing which product or food to eat is hard enough. Deciding how much food and how many gels you ...
Zack Garner | Bear 100 Mile Win & CR, Race Day Nutrition, High Volume Training
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I had the pleasure of speaking with Zack Garner. Zack is based out of Provo, Utah and has had an amazing season ending with a win and ...
Jack Kuenzle | Denali FKT Nutrition, Daily Nutrition, Life in The Van
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk with running coach/co-worker & athlete Jack Kuenzle who has recently come off his Denali FKT. We talk about this nutrition ...
Exogenous Ketones | Effective for Runners?
30 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Exogenous ketones have been all the hype lately, but are the cost and terrible taste? In this episode I go over the potential application of exogenous...
Fasted Runs | Good or Bad for Performance?
26 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Run fasted, with carbs before, carbs during, carbs after? Running nutrition can be confusing. In this episode I go over the good and the bad when it c...
Gabe Joyes | Canyons 100 Mile Recap, Celiac, Gluten Free Eating, & More
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I speak with Gabe Joyes, a Scarpa sponsored trail running athlete, about his recent race the Canyons 100 miler, his celiac diagnosis, ...
#1 Reason You're Feeling Sick When Running
01 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There are many reasons why your gut may be acting up during a race, but the number one reason could be because of a imbalance of osmolarity or osmolal...
Nutrient Considerations for Plant-Based Runners
10 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Although I myself am plant-based and have seen first hand the benefits of changing my diet, there are some nutrient requirements that you could miss o...
Mitochondria | The Double Edged Sword
03 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Aerobic exercise increases mitochondria which improves endurance. However, more mitochondria also means more free radical production which can be dama...
Glycogen & Carb Loading | Benefits & Risks
21 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Carb loading can help you perform well on race day. Topping off your glycogen gives you available glucose to supply energy to your muscles and brain f...
Maurten's Newest Product, The Bicarb System
09 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A brief overview of Maurten's Bicarb System, the science behind sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) for buffering hydrogen ions, and curiosity around sod...
The Fiber Paradox
25 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dietary fiber has a wide range of health benefits, but too much before a big race can cause serious issues. In this episode, I go over the benefits of...
Intro + Complications of Eating While Running
15 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A brief intro and an explanation as to why running and eating is so difficult. This podcast is for any and all runners who are interested in optimizin...