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Your host, Tom Butler, dives into his training regimen as he prepares for his goal of completing the Seattle to Portland (STP) ride. With less than two months left on the countdown, the pressure is mounting, and he is focusing intently to meet this challenge.

Tom shares his recent commitment to undertake a particularly demanding ride, one he feels will address a significant weakness. Tune in to hear his analytical insights as he confronts this preparatory challenge head-on, providing practical tips for those facing similar circumstances.

The episode then ventures into the realm of nutrition. Inspired by a weekend spent at Vegfest in Seattle, Tom is eager to understand the power of plant-based nutrition, especially its impact on endurance cycling. To delve into this subject, he welcomes Heather Reseck, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), for an enlightening and practical interview. Heather provides nutrition information and hands-on cooking instruction through her website, www.heatherreseck.com.

Heather lends her expertise to discuss the potential benefits and considerations of adopting a vegan diet, particularly in the context of long-distance cycling. From debunking common myths to recommending nutrient-dense vegan foods for energy and recovery, Heather offers a comprehensive perspective on plant-based eating for cyclists.

Tune into this enriching episode for an insider look at Tom's preparation for the STP, his challenging ride commitment, and an expert take on plant-based nutrition. Whether you're an ardent cyclist, a fitness enthusiast, or simply curious about plant-based nutrition, this episode has something for everyone.

Mentioned in this episode:

• No Meat Athlete - www.nomeatathlete.com
• Becoming Vegan Comprehensive Edition - becomingvegan.ca
• Check out Becoming Vegan Chapter 13 -  The Vegan Athlete
• Full Plate living - fullplateliving.org
• The American Gut Project or The Microsetta Initiative is a project of the University of California San Diego. I can't tell if it is still seeking participant. Here is info on the project.   microsetta.ucsd.ed

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