Listener Q&A Part 2: why calorie density for trail nutrition is a waste of time (PLUS: picking a bar for the backcountry and differences between liquid vs solid nutrition fuel).
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Mike and I continue our conversation this week in part two of the listener Q&A.  In this, we dive into a host of topics that will help give answers to questions you may have had about for peak performance on and off the trails.  We look at: Why aiming for calorie-density for trail nutrition is a waste of time.   Backcountry nutrition strategies and differences from home nutrition. We explore how the variables of mileage, intensity, and temperature can impact our nutritional needs. Wee look at how to utilize tools like MyFitnessPal accurately. Whether you are finding your way in mountain nutrition or at home, Mike's questions delivers some great and insightful lessons. -- Mikes social media.  Lean more about our courses.   
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