Marathon Fueling
Let's talk marathon training and how to fuel for your best marathon!
I'm Brit Giles RDN, empowering runners & marathoners with tools to nourish the mind and body for peak marathon performance both in training and on race day.
So happy you are here to improve your marathon fueling and marathon training. Let's set PRs and live our dreams TOGETHER!
- Update frequency
- every 8 days
- Average duration
- 17 minutes
- Episodes
- 29
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2024
29. Boston Marathon: Fueling Race Day (things to learn from a Dietitian’s experience)
Fueling the Boston Marathon! Let's talk about my fueling strategy, and allllll the hiccups that happened. This is all to help you learn from my mistakes, and hear what I'd do differently from a dieti…
28. What to do when your race fueling plan doesn’t go according to plan
This 10k fueling plan didn’t happen according to plan! The day before I couldn’t keep ANYTHING down. Spoiler alert, I ran, and I tell you what I did to recover from the messed up plan! It didn’t end …
27. 10 ways I dropped my marathon time and Boston Qualified
Here's how I went from a 3:57 to a 3:21 marathon. I started my journey BONKING, hobbling across the finish line. To a recent race finish feeling strong with a Boston Qualified time. I want you to do …
26. 14 things I wish I would’ve known before my first marathon
"I'm never running a marathon again". I said this, as I'm sure you may have if you've run one before! Running a marathon is…A LOT. There’s no better way to put it. We say we'd never do it again, but …
25. Overcoming your limiting beliefs and accomplishing anything you set your mind to
How you can set up your mind to succeed during the marathon training buildup and make your DREAMS a reality. Here’s how to do it and to combat those negative beliefs that come up.
Read these 4 belie…
24. My natural birth story & 10 ways it can help you level up your marathon training
Hopping on to share a quick version of our quick natural birth! Of course, I related it to marathon training, and included 10 things that you can be doing to improve your marathon training & ultimate…
23. 11 warning signs to watch out for as a runner
“Almost every time these warning signs come, it is a manifestation of poor fueling”. I've said this many, many times in the Marathon Fueling Course. In the course, one of the area’s I deep dive into …
22. How to Carb Load for Marathon Race Week
We talk about exact foods for carb loading that you can keep on hand to use for your race week. We go over an exact marathon carb loading SCHEDULE, WHEN to start that carb load, and HOW to approach i…
21. Race Recap: How I fueled & how I felt at the Revel Big Bear Marathon
Race recap of the Revel Big Bear Marathon- how I felt, how I fueled, and how I was able to hit my goals, set a PR and qualify for Boston.
Don't miss my blog adding onto this episode! I share 5 things…
20. Marathon Nutrition Tips: 10 things to know for your first marathon (PART 2)
Training for a marathon? Let's talk about 10 things you'll need to know (second 5 in this episode)! Marathon nutrition is just as important as marathon training. Don't miss these tips! See part 1 in …
19. Marathon Nutrition Tips: 10 things to know for your first marathon (PART 1)
Training for a marathon? Let's talk about 10 things you'll need to know (first 5 in this episode)! Marathon nutrition is just as important as marathon training. Don't miss these tips! See part 2 in o…
18. Runtastic Mt Nebo Half Marathon Recap: How I fueled for my half marathon
Completed my 5th official half marathon, the Runtastic Mt Nebo Half marathon. This race was a downhill marathon course to prepare for Big Bear. I share my key takeaways as well as how I fueled.
17. Is a pre-workout supplement right for me?
Let's talk about pre-workout supplements! Are you taking them? Or curious about them? Let's talk 5 myths and whether or not you might benefit from a pre-workout supplement!
Helpful links:
Preworkout…
16. Post-workout recovery meal when you aren't hungry, what every smoothie should have, & post-workout smoothie ideas
Your workout isn't complete until you have had your post-workout recovery meal! Let's talk about a common post-workout meal: SMOOTHIES. Post-workout smoothies can be awesome if you struggle with appe…
15. Pre-Workout Meal/Snack Ideas & Tips
Get the most out of your workout sessions with pre-workout snacks & meals. We talk about WHEN & WHAT so that you can have the fuel to make gains in your run, strength, or gym session.
I want to EDUCA…
14. 5 Foods You Should Be Eating More Regularly
Let's talk about 5 nutrient-rich foods to boost your nutrition, recovery, energy levels, & that you can fit in easily! These foods can easily be kept on hand at all times. Most are pretty affordable …
13. One thing I wish you would know about reaching your athletic goals
As a dietitian & run coach, I always get asked, "What do you wish everyone knew"? So here it is, what I work with every athlete on.
I reference my previous interview with Niccole: Tap to listen to PA…
12. Interview with Niccole at Eating Intentionally (Part 2): Continuing the conversation about Intuitive Eating, mindfulness, stress management, feeding family, & how movement fits in.
Diet culture is so loud. If you are an athlete that struggles with mental health, body image, diet cycling, or obsessive thoughts around food, THIS IS THE EPISODE FOR YOU!
We split this conversation …
11. Interview with Niccole at Eating Intentionally (Part 1): Her journey to find true, thriving health, & how you can learn to use Intuitive Eating for optimal wellness.
Diet culture is so loud. If you are an athlete that struggles with body image, diet cycling, or obsessive thoughts around food, THIS IS THE EPISODE FOR YOU!
We talk about Niccole's journey to find h…
10. Utah Valley Marathon Race Recap! Marathon mantras, mental strategies, & marathon fueling strategy
This past weekend I ran my third marathon, the Utah Valley Marathon. In this episode I recap how I felt, what helped me push through, and all about how I fueled. Let me tell you, I DIDN'T BONK! Trust…