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Michael Folan from Infinit Nutrition
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Summary
In this conversation, Mike Ricci interviews Michael Folan, the owner of Infinit Nutrition, about the evolution of nutrition in endurance sports. They discuss the importance of personalized nutrition, the benefits of custom mixes, and the role of sweat rate and sodium levels in performance. Michael shares insights from his experience as a 10-time Ironman finisher and explains how Infinit Nutrition helps athletes optimize their nutrition for training and racing. They also touch on the use of caffeine in endurance sports and the drawbacks of using artificial sweeteners.
Takeaways
1) Personalized nutrition is crucial for endurance athletes to optimize their performance.
2) Custom mixes, tailored to an athlete's specific needs and preferences, can simplify nutrition and improve performance.
3)Monitoring sweat rate and sodium levels can help athletes determine their individual hydration and electrolyte needs.
4) Caffeine sensitivity varies among individuals, and genetic testing can provide insights into an athlete's response to caffeine.
5) Artificial sweeteners, like Stevia, may not be the best choice for endurance athletes due to their low calorie content and potential negative effects on performance.
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