In The Flow

The pod is back. After a long winter and a lot of work and prep I'm excited to share my biggest adventure project yet: the 2,700 mile offroad and self-supported ultra cycling race known as Tour Divide. Starting in Banff, Canada and finishing at the U.S./Mexico border in just two weeks, my friend and filmmaker Rob Carter are working on a documentary to share the spirit of such a challenge.  In this conversation, Rob interviews me about my prep, the impetus for signing up, what the race entails, and the film project we are working on. Support the Dividing Lines film: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dividing-lines/dividing-lines-a-great-divide-film Film teaser: https://youtu.be/kD34IFj2Vv4?si=iGqdXUalRJ6rWENr Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/jacksonlong Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jlointheflow 

The Wylde Beet is the vision of one of my best friends, Sloan Storey. A plant-based food truck turned cafe that has a simple mission: feed people good food with the community and a greater impact in mind. It's off to a killer start, and I wanted to bring Sloan on to share in more depth the background, story, and mission behind the Beet. Follow The Wylde Beet! @wyldebeet_foodtruck and wyldebeet.com Thanks for listening to In The Flow. To get more, visit The Mountain Athlete Journal on Substack over at mountainathlete.substack.com and on Instagram @intheflownutrition.

Hello. Hi. It's me, Jackson. I'm checking back in on the podcast to share some evolved thoughts and ramblings on my current approach and philosophy around performance nutrition for mountain athletes.  Subscribe for free to The Mountain Athlete Journal: http://mountainathlete.substack.com  

This week on the show I'm sharing my top 5 tips to help plant-based athletes dial in their nutrition for health and performance. In this short episode I'll cover some essential considerations, including: know your "why" prioritize energy availability and sync your nutrition with your training periodize fiber intake track bloodwork and keep a food journal be aware of nutrients and supplements of concern Thanks for listening, and be sure to follow me @intheflownutrition on Instagram and via my website intheflownutrition.com.

Rob Carter is an exercise physiologist, triathlete, endurance nerd, and fellow electronic music fan. We talk through a wide range of topics including the double-edged sword that is Strava, doping in triathlon, Fred Again.., finding meaning in sport beyond pure performance, and many more.  To learn more about all things In The Flow, visit intheflownutrition.com, where you can also schedule a free initial performance nutrition and endurance training consultation.

In The Flow is back. Change is in the air and it's time to refresh the podcast and get back to our regularly scheduled programming. In this episode, I update on the happenings in my life and some exciting new changes, and kind of refresh the philosophy of In The Flow and what it is I'm doing here. To learn more about my coaching services and get in touch, check out my website http://intheflownutrition.com. To stay connected with what I'm doing, follow me on social media: IG @intheflownutrition Strava: http://strava.com/athletes/jacksonlong YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT3Z3kL6Nsbhb0AY8mzpQhA Thank you for listening.

Winter is upon us and with it the specific nutrition and hydration demands of pushing hard in cold temps. I'm thrilled to have Registered Dietitian Kylee Van Horn on the pod this week to discuss all things fueling, hydration, and strategies for winter endurance sport, plus nutrition philosophies, plant-based and vegan endurance considerations, and more. You can find Kylee at flynutrition.org or on Instagram @flynutrition3. 

My guest today is ultra-endurance cyclist and filmmaker, Josh Reid. Hailing from the UK, Josh has completed many incredible expeditions by bike, including a multi-month trip from China to England, and more recently competing in the Transcontinental race across Europe.  Josh joins In The Flow to share stories from the road, how he fuels as a primarily plant-based athlete, and his approach to filmmaking. Connect with Josh @joshreids on Instagram and his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@joshreidadventurer

Winter is here in the Mountain West and that means SKIING! For those of us lucky enough to live near snow and skiable slopes, we must consider the nutrition demands of such activities. Particularly when it comes to backcountry ski touring or ski mountaineering (AKA skimo), there are legitimate safety and performance considerations. So, today on the podcast I re-hash a previous episode that covers everything you might need to know about eating and fueling for backcountry skiing and skimo. For more info and the written version of this, visit https://intheflownutrition.com/blog/how-to-eat-for-backcountry-skiing-and-skimo Follow my own ski adventures this winter on Instagram @intheflownutrition and Strava: http://strava.com/athletes/jacksonlong

Paul Booth is a performance nutritionist (MSc, MA.Ed, MA, IOPN) who specializes in helping ultra and endurance athletes thrive. Hailing from the UK, Paul has an extensive professional background in academia as well as his own ultra-endurance pursuits. We discuss performance nutrition for ultra athletes from training to competition, coming up with strategies for racing, and dive deep into Kilian Jornet's recent article describing his own nutrition practices. Follow Paul on Twitter @sportnutrient and via his website https://www.performancegainsnutrition.com/. Do you want to dial in your own nutrition and/or training? I offer a unique approach to professional training and nutrition coaching - synchronizing the two to level up health, performance, and flow. To learn more about my services and connect with me, visit http://intheflownutrition.com.

In The Flow is back - after a summer away from the podcast I'm settling back into the groove (ahem, flow) of creativity and motivation to educate and inspire athletes to live and eat better in pursuit of performance. This episode updates the listener on my summer endeavors, future goals for the show and my coaching services, and more. Visit intheflownutrition.com to connect and learn more. Cheers to more podcast and video content to come.

This week I'm back with a wide-ranging conversation on performance, the mental side of sport, coaching insights, and more with Matt Whitcomb, the current head coach of the U.S. Ski Team on the cross-country side. Matt has played a pivotal coaching role in the last 3 winter Olympic games, including helping Jessie Diggins to her historical silver medal performance this year. Matt and I dive into the behind the scenes of what makes young and elite athletes alike thrive, and how he approaches his coaching practice. Be sure to follow him on Twitter @matt_whitcomb.  Connect with me for performance nutrition consulting services at intheflownutrition.com.

A blast from the past. My previous co-host from the Thought For Food days Aaron Stuber returns to the show for a random conversation covering ADHD, writing books, mortality, and more. Visit intheflownutrition.com to connect and sign up for nutrition consulting services.

In this episode, I discuss the connections between over-reaching and overtraining, low energy availability, and RED-S and how athletes should balance training hard with recovering harder. For more info, resources, and references visit intheflownutrition.com/blog. 

It's been a minute. In The Flow Podcast returns for its third season to continue providing quality, nuanced, long form, evidence-informed, and entertaining conversations around cool stuff like: performance nutrition, plant-based eating, environmental sustainability, mountain athletics, sports science, mindfulness, vegan ethics, and beyond to fuel the flow of meaningful movement. I'm excited, are you excited?!

Pleased to share my conversation with "The Vegan RD", Ginny Messina. Ginny is a vegan activist and animal advocate, and promotes an evidence-based, rational approach to vegan nutrition and lifestyle. We discuss misinformation in the vegan community, optimizing a vegan diet, and more. To learn more about Ginny and her work, visit theveganrd.com or follow her on Twitter @theveganrd.  In The Flow has partnered with InsideTracker, a health and performance biomarker tracking service for athletes. As an InsideTracker Pro, I can offer podcast listeners and clients 25% off any plan. Visit https://bit.ly/insidetrackerjackson and use code JACKSONPRO25 to get some more objective data into your routine!

Ida Bergsløkken is a performance chef and nutritionist from Oslo, Norway who works with the British cross-country ski team and the Norwegian national biathlon team as a team chef. An accomplished athlete and accredited sports nutritionist as well as a background in engineering, Ida combines all of her skills and knowledge to fuel high-level endurance athletes with delicious and beautiful food. We discuss nutrition philosophies, fueling the ski teams at world championships and training camps, advice for cooking for athletes, and more. Follow Ida on Instagram @idabergslokken.  For endurance sports nutrition consulting, connect with me for a free initial consultation at intheflownutrition.com. 

Teaching young athletes about the value of nutrition is critical for their health and performance. In this podcast episode, I share some thoughts on how and why nutrition is important for youth athletes and ways to support them in their development and sporting growth. 

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.

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.

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. 

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. 

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

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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.

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. 

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. 

Mina Leslie-Wujastyk is a professional climber, nutritionist, physiotherapist, and co-host of the Curious Climber podcast. We chat about her diagnosis and experience with Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport, podcasting, nutrition philosophies, vipassana meditation, and more. Follow Mina on Instagram @minaclimber and her website, https://www.minalesliewujastyk.com/. 

A brief introduction to the mission behind In The Flow, what to expect from the show, and some background on myself, Jackson Long. 

Kelly McNulty is a PhD researcher specializing in understanding the female athlete, particularly the menstrual cycle's influence on athletic performance. She's also the founder of period of the period, a social media platform dedicated to shifting the paradigm and narrative for women's health and performance in sport by disseminating evidence-based information, education, and awareness on female athlete related issues. Learn more at @periodoftheperiod on Instagram. 

Winter is here in the mountain West and with COVID very much remaining a fixture of our lives, more mountain dwelling athletes are likely going to be venturing into the backcountry for some movement, solitude, and nature therapy and escape crowded ski resorts. With that comes the need for understanding the nutrition demands of a pretty intensive sport for fueling enjoyment, performance, and safety. I break down 4 steps for eating well in the backcountry. For the companion article, visit https://theprokit.com/posts/how-to-eat-for-backcountry-skiing/

Dr. Kristin Keim is a clinical sports psychologist who has worked with many top performers across sporting disciplines, including world champion mountain bike star, Kate Courtney. Her work centers around supporting athletes and their "village" to pursue performance in sport and in life.  We talk flow states, performance philosophy, the intersections between performance psychology and performance nutrition, and more. Learn more about Kristin at keimperformanceconsulting.com and follow her @thek2. 

This week, I answer listener questions on the 4th installment of Ask Me Anything. I cover topics like soy controversy, omega 3 supplementation, how my diet has changed over the last 5 years, protein intake, music tastes, nutrition education and behavior change in sport, and plenty more. Big thanks to everyone who submitted questions, I hope this is helpful!

Will Girling is a sports performance nutritionist (MSc, SENr) working with a variety of athletes, and is the lead nutritionist for EF Pro Cycling. A chef and athlete himself, Will brings a ton of wisdom to the show from his work with WorldTour riders and amateurs alike. We talk about the importance of cooking for building self efficacy in nutrition, mistakes the pros and amateurs make with food, and his thoughts on vegan diets for athletes. To connect with Will, visit willgirling.com and his YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/user/williham68.

I'm baaaaaack. Quite excited to be back in the podcast flow after a few weeks off, and I jump straight in with some updates and musings on wearing the coach and nutritionist hat, labelling good vs. bad food, and seeing the big picture of eating well as a human|athlete. 

What determines how fast we run, ski, ride, or swim? How do we improve our endurance? This week on the podcast, I discuss the three major physiological determinants of endurance performance, why they matter and how to improve them, plus how nutrition is involved and why we need to also consider the big picture. For more, including the show notes for this episode, visit intheflownutrition.com. 

I speak with former pro cyclist, mom, sports nutritionist and bone health expert Anne Guzman on a variety of topics including relative energy deficiency in sport, bone health and nutrition, absolutism and dogmatism in nutrition, the role of the coach in the world of nutrition, and more. To learn more about Anne, visit http://theprokit.com/p/anneguzman and follow her on Twitter @guzmannutrition. 

One of the greatest social issues and dilemmas of our time is something that almost all of us engage with every single day: social media. I’ve shared my thoughts on this before, have deleted my accounts many times, and just like a lot of us, really struggle with the addictive and mental aspects of these technologies. So, after watching the new Netflix documentary The Social Dilemma, I share some refreshed thoughts on the subject and how we can do our best to navigate this landscape, its implications in the worlds of sport and nutrition, and why we should really reconsider our relationship to our phone.

Connecting with a bigger purpose behind what we eat is critical for long term success and sustainability as humans and athletes. I check in with a status report on my own food and nutrition philosophy with discussions on veganism vs. plant-based, ethical and moral implications of what we eat, and why athletes should look beyond performance in diet. Visit intheflownutrition.com to learn more about all things In The Flow. 

I sit down for a conversation exploring nutrition for mountain athletes and evolving our relationship to sport, our bodies, and food with Registered Dietitian Eden Morris. 

How does the menstrual cycle affect athletic performance? A brand new meta-analysis and systematic reviews aims to answer that question. I share the findings. 

Mountain athlete, nutrition nerd, ski coach, and insightful human Lizzie Larkins returns to the show to answer listener questions about plant-based nutrition for athletes, discuss healthy mindset around things like Strava and competition in the era of COVID-19, and more. 

What does your relationship with sport actually look like? Have you been struggling with motivation with the lack of competition and feelings of uncertainty? You're not alone, but it's time to take a look at your relationship to sport and hit the refresh button. 

Welcome to another installment of The Friday Flow, where I take a quick dive into a specific topic to help you in your quest to achieve excellence as an athlete and human. This week in the flow I discuss protein for endurance athletes: why is it important, how much do we need, and where should we get it? Listen in for discussions on specific recommendations, how much protein I eat in a day as a vegan endurance athlete, as well as my philosophical thoughts on the redefinition of protein quality.

I sit down with my friend and fellow athlete meditator john slater for a candid conversation about the parallel threads between movement and mindfulness.