This week on The Back of the Pack Podcast: Second Wind, we roll out the red carpet for special guest host Karin Velez, the award-winning creator behind the "Just Grow Something Podcast." In this nutrition-focused episode, Karin brings her expertise to tackle one of running's most misunderstood rituals – carb loading. Far beyond the simplistic "pasta party" approach the night before a race, Karin delivers a comprehensive FAQ-based breakdown that transforms how runners should think about strategic carbohydrate consumption. She expertly navigates the science behind proper carb loading, dispels common myths that may be sabotaging your race performance, and offers age-specific approaches that acknowledge how our nutritional needs evolve throughout our running journey. Whether you're preparing for your first 10K or your twentieth marathon, Karin's practical, evidence-based strategies will revolutionize your pre-race nutrition plan and potentially unlock performance gains you never thought possible. Don't miss this essential episode that finally answers the question: "Am I really carb loading correctly, or just eating extra pasta?"