Valley to Peak Nutrition Podcast

This episode came about because of a question from me: why am I seeing so many athletes doing long-distance events dying all of the sudden?  Is there too much of a good thing?  His email reply prompted this podcast.   Resources Referenced Dr. Nelson's Website (Lub-dub Doc).  Free nutrition guides on our website at v2pnutrition.com If you’re interested in getting your meals dehydrated for the upcom...

He had the tools- but found himself in the same spot many of us have: back to square one after having had met the goal once before.    This week Bob and I sit down to look at why exactly DO we find ourselves in this cycle of success, relapse, and success again.  Is there a way or tools we can use to simple reach the goal and stay there?   This is all about finding success, losing it all, and getti...

From Exo Mtn Gear:  Your truck won't run with an empty tank. And it also won't run well, or for long, or the wrong type of fuel. The same is true of you. To perform your best, you need to fuel properly. But what does that mean? With an overwhelming amount of nutrition information on the internet and countless "performance" products being marketed to us, how do you cut through the fluff and get sol...

Katie at Fish Untamed was an EXCELLENT host and asked great questions....so great that she dug up a great list of questions that I've not been asked before.      We also dive a bit deeper into the DIY Dehydration guide if you're ever been curious about what's in it.    Is there a topic YOU want to hear about?  Tell us here! (Email: info@V2pnutrition.com)   Check out a host of free reso u rc es to...

Ken B. wrote me with a question: I’m wondering how to achieve using my fat as a source fuel without consuming too much extra fat… if it’s possible.."   It's a common and excellent question- so I had him on to chat about it.    We dive through why it doesn't work the way his question suggests (i.e. you don't have to consume dietary fat to be fat-adapted per se) and some of the other often confused...

Mike Moore joins us this week to talk about how he plans to check off 2,023 miles in 2023.  He also talks through lessons he's learned on training and nutrition doing hikes like this, ultras, training, and how gear functions best when you've been unexpectedly swept downstream in a river.    Check out Mike's gear review on Rokslide. Check out the Rewarming Drill with Sitka. Check out the Rewarming...

"Is it even possible to make chicken taste decent and not dry?  Do you have any tips at all?" --- Chicken isn't known for being a decadent protein source.  In fact- it's quite the opposite.  --- Lindsay and I share three tips on ways we've learned to make chicken breast MUCH more approachable for family meals.  --- Check out the Foundations and Foundations Plus Course(s) here .  ------ Enrollment...

"I heard about something called 'RED-S'- can you outline what that is and talk more about how to know if you have it?"   RED-S is an acronym used to describe a complicated issue that arrises when we have ALOT of training and not enough fuel.   We answer that and look at how to know what we 'should' weigh if we really can't trust the coveted BMI charts at healthcare office.  --- Check out the Found...

Jim started his year off at the age of 63 unhappy with where his health, weight, and fitness was at.  He knew he had an uphill challenge ahead of him and that losing battling this three areas was harder than it was at 24, but was it impossible due to his age like everyone always says? ---- Check out the Foundations and Foundations Plus Course(s) here .  ------ Enrollment for 1:1 coaching is availa...

Chantelle joins us again to talk all things on building a strong base and why slow is smooth, and smooth is fast.  -------- Show References:  UA aerobic/anaerboic calculator. Link to the book referenced in the show. Information on the Foundations Course (sign up) ------ Enrollment for 2023  coaching is available now.   If you're interested, you can check out more details and sign up here! Is there...

Part 1 looks at things to consider when going to higher altitudes.  What are we not doing that we should be to prepare?  What shortcuts are we trying to take that are simply a waste of time?  Have if I live at sea level and can't acclimate beforehand?   We tackle all of that and more with Chantelle Robitaille of Uphill Athlete, who has studied exercise physiology at higher altitudes.    Reach out...

"What do you mean it's 'so simple'?"   This was the question I was faced with when a listener stopped me at the Hunt Expo in SLC.  The answer to that question, with practical tips, is what your'e about to listen to....with a twist.  Ken went and put our conversation to the test for 10 weeks and returned with a follow up.  Was it truly, 'that simple?' ------ Sign up for the all new Valley to Peak N...

"Can I trust the readouts on my watch to use for adjusting nutrition?" We look at how HR Zones are affected by fueling.  Do the calories spent on a watch accurately reflect what's being used? Plus, a host of other practical tips to help you get the right read outs! LINKS Exo Mtn Gear K4 EPOC Podcast (Ep #) Sign up for the all new Valley to Peak Nutrition Course (Coming Soon!) ------ Enrollment for...

Where some is good, more has to be better- right?  Maybe if it's pizza and time outside, but not when it comes to fiber and 'low carb' products.  In fact, the more you eat could sabotage your progress (performance, weight, and stomach issues).     Lindsay and I tackle why in the episode the sweek. I also referenced an article I wrote on the topic that you can find linked here if you'd like to dive...

You may have never thought about how to manage the situation if you get low blood sugars in the backcountry, but you probably should.  For example: What if you train with someone who is?  Do you know how to treat them if you’re far away from help and they need it? What if you yourself have problems with low blood sugars during an event- do you know how to take care of yourself if you’re far away f...

Nutrition, exercise, and general 'prep' is the low-hanging fruit of things to consider in the off season.  While they might be the most important, there are other things that make life alot simpler when spring, summer, and fall roll around.     In this episode, Mark and I share 2-3 things that fall under this category for each of us. --- Grab your copy of the Dehydrating Guide ! We're opening enro...

The third episode in the NOS series and we tackle the most important variables of developing your own training program.   Three major things to keep in mind...and how to adjust them.  Plus, a ton of other helpful resources from Jake S. at Atomic Athlete.   Resources Atomic Athlete Information Book Reference: Training for the New Alpinism.  Pineland Underground Podcast On Training --- Grab your cop...

“what should my nutrition look like based on my goals while in the off season?  Fat loss?  Muscle building?  Endurance?  How does nutrition AND training change based on the goal?  We tackle that and a ton more in part 2.  --- Grab your copy of the Dehydrating Guide ! We're opening enrollment for coaching in 2023 now.  Spots are limited.   If you're interested, you can check out more details and si...

The first episode in the NOS series and we tackle dehydrating your own meals for the backcountry.   We look at the 5 biggest barriers that prevent people from getting started, why they’re not to fear, and practical advice on how to just get started. --- Grab your copy of the Dehydrating Guide ! We're opening enrollment for coaching in 2023 now.  Spots are limited.   If you're interested, you can c...

A HUGE thank you to everyone who listened to the podcast this year!  We're truly grateful and looking forward to 2023.   Here's a few notes on what we have planned for the upcoming year, a note of gratitude, and three VERY simple things to build as a part of any goals you have in 2023.    Happy New Year!   We're opening enrollment for coaching in 2023 now.   If you're interested, you can check out...

You can't always trust what's on the food label of a product under the heading of "protein".  It's not that companies mislead you (they don't), it's that not all protein is created as equal when you look at muscle building properties.   We dive into that AND answer the question on how to stretch your dollar and meet your daily protein goals (plus some extras!) --- We're opening enrollment for coac...

We could argue there's been nothing more controversial in the world of nutrition than carbs, dietary fat, and salt.   One minute you hear we should have no sodium and most recently that we should be eating more.  What complicates the matter is the backcountry meals we consume contain almost 100% of our daily salt need.  What's THAT mean for our long-term health?   We dive into that and more this w...

"My job causes me to eat at random times and sit for prolonged periods.  What are the negative effects of eating this way, if any?  With such little usage of calories and energy throughout my day, my concern is that I will improperly balance what my body needs/doesn’t need?"   If you're a medical professional, military, law enforcement, (or even a parent for that matter!) who is forced to work ran...

Emory Wanger is a PCT thru-hike and death hike veteran.  He’s logged tons of miles and as such- has gained tons of experience that he’s going to share with us today.     This includes things like:  -Fueling for multiple 30-mile days on the PCT.  -How he increased mileage without increasing risk of injury. -What building mental resiliency on the trail has taught him on other trips…and in life.   Em...

"I want to enjoy the celebrations with friends and family, but I don’t want to do it SO much that I find myself having to make a ton of ground up by the first of the year..."   Sound familiar?  You wouldn't be alone if so...   It’s a great question and one we’ve built a strategy for that we outline here.  We also tackle questions like:  Why does the weight go up so much after 1 meal?”  Is there re...