Aaron and I return for part 2 of our conversation around wearable and tracking technology for athletes; their pros and cons, place in sport, and our experience using them professionally and personally. We dive into the realm of nutrition and fitness tracking tools like Cronometer and Strava, plus biomarker software like InsideTracker.

In The Flow

Tracking Technology for Athletes w/ Aaron Stuber (part 2)

What's the deal with wearable technology? Things like the Whoop strap, Oura ring, Apple Watches, glucose monitors, etc. are becoming more and more popular in the athletic performance scene, claimed to give an "edge" to tracking performance metrics. But is this tech something we should all be focused on? Friend of the podcast and previous co-host of Thought For Food, Aaron Stuber joins the show to discuss in a candid, free-flowing conversation about this stuff. Let's dive in.

Wearable Technology for Athletes Random Show feat. Aaron Stuber (part 1)

Today I'm joined by young professional ski mountaineering "skimo" racer and ultrarunner, Grace Staberg. Grace is 19 and already taking the mountain athletic racing calendar by storm, competing for the USA National Skimo team at the World Cup and World Championship level, and also winning mountain running races. We talk skimo racing 101, nutrition for performance, her struggles with an eating disorder, the perils of social media, and plenty more. Keep up with Grace's adventures over on Instagram @grace.staberg, her website gracestaberg.com, and her new podcast, Alpine Start. 

Grace Staberg: Professional Skimo Racer and Ultrarunner

I'm joined this week by registered dietitian and mountain athlete, Eden Morris. Hailing from Jackson Hole, Wyoming, Eden has been a guest on the podcast before. This time we delve into the world of mental health in sport, the challenging world of social media, identity and ego as an athlete, comparison, and beyond. Follow Eden on Instagram, @gardenofeden_rd. 

Eden Morris, RD | Athlete Identity, Mental Health, and the State of the Nutrition Union

After a long break from the podcast, I return to share my experience from Unbound Gravel 200 and then provide some wisdom on bridging the gap between science and practice for eating for ultra-endurance performance. I cover the general principles of ultra-endurance nutrition for training and racing through some recent research reviews, which are shared over on the blog post for this episode at intheflownutrition.com/blog.  Keep up with my adventures:  Instagram: @intheflownutrition Strava: http://strava.com/athletes/jacksonlong Nutrition consulting: https://intheflownutrition.com/services

Unbound Gravel Recap + Ultra-Endurance Nutrition: Science into Practice

This week I sit down with Australian professional cyclist, Brodie Chapman. Brodie races for the FDJ Nouvelle-Aquitaine pro team at many of the calendar's biggest races. She's also been a proud and passionate vegan for the entirety of her professional career. We talk about veganism in sport, how she fuels her training and racing adventures, the dark side of eating in sport, and her experience with an eating disorder. To connect with Brodie, follow her on Instagram @brodie_mai. 

Brodie Chapman, the Vegan Jedi of the women's WorldTour

We're back with the second half of the Plant-Based Athlete FAQ, diving in and answering the most common questions about performance nutrition as an athlete following a plant-centered diet. I'm joined by fellow mountain athlete and nutrition coach, Vic Johnson, to discuss topics like iron and performance, the differences between vegan and omnivorous athletes, balancing fiber intake around exercise, and more. Be sure to check out Vic @vegantrailrunner and learn more about my sports nutrition consulting services at intheflownutrition.com. 

The Plant-Based Athlete | Performance Nutrition Frequently Asked Questions feat. Vic Johnson (part 2)

In the final installment of my Plant-Based Athlete Nutrition information series, I'm joined by fellow plant-powered mountain athlete and nutrition nerd Vic Johnson. We answer the most frequently asked questions pertaining to performance nutrition for plant-based athletes. In the first part of the two-part episode, we dive into questions like WHY start a plant-based diet as an athlete, thoughts on protein, intermittent fasting, and fueling before, during, and after workouts. To connect with Vic, check him out on Instagram @vegantrailrunner. 

The Plant-Based Athlete | Performance Nutrition Frequently Asked Questions feat. Vic Johnson (part 1)

Uri Carlson is a registered dietitian and mountain athlete from Breckenridge, Colorado who works with a multitude of athletes to fuel their performance with an emphasis on real food and a positive relationship to nutrition. To learn more about Uri and connect with her, follow her on Instagram @uri_carlson or her website innerwildnutrition.com. 

Uri Carlson, RDN and the flow state of real food and real performance

In the second installment of a series dedicated to helping new, aspiring, or experienced plant-based athletes thrive with their nutrition, I discuss some key nutrients to be aware of, their sources, and how to incorporate them into your diet through foods. I then share a sample day meal plan that fits the needs of a hard training athlete. 

The Plant-Based Athlete | Need to Know Nutrients and Example Day of Eating

I sit down with Coach Jason Koop, the head ultrarunning coach for CTS Coaching and the host of the popular ultrarunning podcast, KoopCast. We discuss his early days of coaching, working with the punches of COVID-19 in sport, youth athlete development, battling nutrition quackery and misinformation, and plenty more. Keep up with his wisdom on social media @jasonkoop. 

Jason Koop | Ultrarunning Coaching Insights and Battling Nutrition Quackery

Introducing a new series on the podcast: a primer for new and experienced plant-based athletes alike to thrive and do it right. This first installment is meant as an introduction to the series and some steps and advice for getting started. 

The Plant-Based Athlete | Getting Started

This is part 2 of the round table conversation with cycling coach Isaiah Newkirk of FasCat Coaching. We go back and forth discussing topics like Strava and power meters for junior athletes, nutrition and weight, training the body and mind in younger athletes, being a multi-faceted athlete, the future of coaching, and more. Be sure to check out Isaiah's podcast: The Training Edge.

Training Edge Coaching Round Table part 2

Kicking off season 3 of In The Flow with a conversation I recently had on the Training Edge Podcast, hosted by friend and fellow coach, Isaiah Newkirk. We dive into a round table type discussion of various topics related to sport, coaching, and nutrition, including coaching junior vs. adult athletes, nutrition education for youth athletes, and more. Subscribe to the Training Edge Podcast wherever you stream your podcasts and stay tuned for part 2. 

Training Edge Coaching Round Table w/ Isaiah Newkirk part 1

I share my favorite moments from the wonderful conversations I've had on the podcast this year, and reflect back on some of the lessons learned from them. Thanks to all of the fantastic guests of the show, and to you, the listener, for joining me in this crazy year. 

Reflections: a listen back through 2020

Sports nutritionist and endurance coach Jackson Long finds flow through conversations on evidence-based nutrition education for athletes, plant-based diets, meditation, exercise science, the flow state, and beyond to fuel bodies, minds, and adventure through good food and meaningful movement. Jackson holds a bachelor's degree in Integrative Physiology and a master's degree in Applied Nutrition.

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