Writer Matt Fitzgerald returns to the show to discuss his Memoir, 'Life is A Marathon'. Set around 8 marathon races where we meet runners for whom running serves different purposes. The more personal aspect of the book is Matt's own relationship to the sport--and how it helped him overcome his own struggles and cope with his wife Nataki's severe bipolar disorder. Life is a Marathon: A Memoir of Love and Endurance is available now--https://amzn.to/2FIrULK If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting it by a) rate and review on your preferred app! Easy and Free! Thank You! b) Pre-Order Shred-Girls by Molly Hurford https://amzn.to/2RBDlJy c) Donate to the Podcast www.wideanglepodium.com/donate

Today we Discuss and work through your questions! Thanks for posting them to Twitter or Facebook or using the contact page on www.consummateathlete.com (feel free to follow up or create a new one for the next Q & A SHOW) TOPICS: - Oat Milk is a real thing? - First Race Day Jitters and Mistakes - Intensity - progressing from base to build phases (adding intensity) - How Many Carbohydrates to consume per hour, why such a big range recommended? If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting it by a) rate and review on your preferred app! Easy and Free! Thank You! b) Pre-Order Shred-Girls by Molly Hurford https://amzn.to/2RBDlJy c) Donate to the Podcast www.wideanglepodium.com/donate

Lori Nedescu a Nutritionist returns to chat with Molly Hurford about race weight, stocking your pantry for successful eating and putting together a great meal. Follow Lori at https://www.instagram.com/hungryforresults/ If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting it by a) rate and review on your preferred app! Easy and Free! Thank You! b) Pre-Order Shred-Girls by Molly Hurford https://amzn.to/2RBDlJy c) Donate to the Podcast www.wideanglepodium.com/donate

Q&A Episode

• MTB on the road for training?
• Getting through base training without a saddle sore?
• Tips for getting good at eating/drinking on the bike?
• Tight calves—help!

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Today's Q & A Episode discusses - Athletic Body Image - Concepts around 'healthy eating' and a complete meal If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting it by a) rate and review on your preferred app! Easy and Free! Thank You! b) Pre-Order Shred-Girls by Molly Hurford https://amzn.to/2RBDlJy c) Donate to the Podcast www.wideanglepodium.com/donate

Danelle Kabush Ph.D. is a Registered Clinical Counsellor & Mental Performance Consultant. She returns to the show to discuss athletic body image, parenting, and RED-S, a recent development, and expansion of the 'female athlete triad'. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting it by a) rate and review on your preferred app! Easy and Free! Thank You! b) Pre-Order Shred-Girls by Molly Hurford https://amzn.to/2RBDlJy c) Donate to the Podcast www.wideanglepodium.com/donate

3 Great Questions today - Can you Train the Gut, how to prepare to eat a lot in big endurance races - Training with a Partner & Living with a Partner who also trains - Are indoor hours worth more than outdoor hours? If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting it by a) rate and review on your preferred app! Easy and Free! Thank You! b) Pre-Order Shred-Girls by Molly Hurford https://amzn.to/2RBDlJy c) Donate to the Podcast www.wideanglepodium.com/donate

Accomplished runner and coach (and dog lover) David Roche joins us today to talk about running, coaching, law-degrees and being happy as a person. David brings HUGE enthusiasm to this episode so be ready to be PSYCHED no matter what sport you do. Check out The Happy Runner book that David co-authored with Megan Roche If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting it by a) rate and review on your preferred app! Easy and Free! Thank You! b) Pre-Order Shred-Girls by Molly Hurford https://amzn.to/2RBDlJy c) Donate to the Podcast www.wideanglepodium.com/donate

Q&A on the Consummate Athlete - pre race meals? - when to strength train if on same day as cardio workout? - Late Night Training and sleep? - FTP - Most important training metric If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting it by a) rate and review on your preferred app! Easy and Free! Thank You! b) Pre-Order Shred-Girls by Molly Hurford https://amzn.to/2RBDlJy c) Donate to the Podcast www.wideanglepodium.com/donate

Today we interview one of our listeners to find out how incorporating more movement and sports into his life has changed his health and fitness. James Slauson MD is a doctor who has been a supportive listener of our show and truly a consummate Athlete. As a busy doctor and life-long endurance athlete, we can all learn from his experiences finding balance and health within a hectic and successful professional life. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting it by a) rate and review on your preferred app! Easy and Free! Thank You! b) Pre-Order Shred-Girls by Molly Hurford https://amzn.to/2RBDlJy c) Donate to the Podcast www.wideanglepodium.com/donate