
71. Avoiding the Nutritional Pitfalls That Hold Climbers Back
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Hey climbers, listen up! In today's episode Mercedes Pollmeier and Clinical Nutritionist, Amanda Fitt, discuss nutrition pitfalls that hold climbers back. If you're a Modus Training member, you're familiar with Amanda as our nutrition expert and the important and valuable workshops that take place in the membership! We jump right in with the most common nutrition mistake, then we explore myths of fasting, and the critical roles of carbohydrates and hydration. Don't miss the practical tips for climbers to optimize your nutrition for better performance and recovery.
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00:1:55 Most common pitfall
00:3:23 Length of session & fueling
00:7:16 "Didn't do much" in a session
00:10:54 Fasted training
00:17:26 Protein in the morning
00:20:59 Tips for busy professionals - evening sessions
00:23:10 When to eat when feeling sluggish
00:24:57 When to take a bite
00:26:49 Common symptoms in a session related to fueling
00:29:37 Fear of carbs and performance
00:36:32 Simple carbs
00:41:00 Hydration
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