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Running a marathon is not easy; it takes weeks of training and the right diet to get the right results. That is why sports nutrition should be taken seriously because the wrong diet will slow you down on race day. Join Corinna Bellizzi as she talks to nutritionist Nikki Boyd about having proper nutrition as a marathon runner. Nikki is the Director of Nutrition at The12.com. In this episode, discover Nikki's journey into nutrition and body image while battling hypothyroidism. Find out the science of how your body works so you can get the most out of your energy. Plus, learn even more nutritional tips to achieve your peak performance come race day.
Key Takeaways:
· Food is not the enemy
· Proper nutrition and fuel for your runs are what you need in a marathon
· You need to train your gut and stay within your pace in a run
· You need to balance your diet with carbohydrates and proteins
· The Keto diet is not the best for marathon training
Guest Social Links:
Website: https://the12.com
Instagram: https://instagram.com/nikkiboydnutritionist
