Gut Health for Runners with Kylee Van Horn, RDN | s3/e43 | The Running Explained Podcast

Is there anything worse than needing an emergency bathroom stop on a run... except for needing TWO? What about when our poor gut health interferes with our ability to absorb important micronutrients or tolerate the fuel we need to power our long runs and races? Sports dietitian Kylee Van Horn, RD (@flynutrition3) is here to talk all about gut health for runners! In this episode, you'll learn about: - What IS "good gut health" in general and how can we support it? - Our gut microbiome - Can changes in our gut health signal when our training balance is - appropriate vs inappropriate? - How does "nutritional training" work to help us handle more fuel & fluids? - Signs your gut health isn't great (& what to do) Chapters: 0:00 Introduction to Gut Health in Endurance Athletes 01:08 Defining Gut Health and Common Issues in Endurance Athletes 05:48 The Root of Gut Issues 09:10 The Cycle of Under-Fueling and Gut Distress 13:45 What is the Microbiome 15:27 The Role of Sugar in Endurance Nutrition 19:10 Gut Microbes and Their Functionality 24:36 Navigating Medical Advice for Gut Issues 28:54 The Impact of Intense Training on Gut Health 33:51 Using Gut Symptoms as a Training Barometer 37:17 The Interconnection of Nutrition and Gut Health 39:48 Iron Deficiency and Gut Health 49:02 Nutritional Training for Gut Tolerance 59:45 The Importance of Hydration and Electrolytes Connect with Kylee: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flynutrition3/ Website: https://flynutrition.org/about -- 🚨 1:1 COACHING SPOTS OPEN NOW 🚨 Ready to finally train with a plan that’s built around YOU? If you're chasing a big goal, whether it's your first marathon or a shiny new PR, our incredible coaches are accepting new 1:1 coaching clients!ㅤ Our Coaching Include: ✅ Personalized training ✅ Weekly support + adjustments ✅ Strategy, structure, and accountability ✅ Expert coaching to help you actually hit your goals Head to https://www.runningexplained.com/runcoaching to learn more!