Berlin Marathon debrief & CGM - are they useful for amateur athletes?

Episode 13 - Berlin Marathon Debrief and CGMs

This week on Cook Eat Run, Charlie and guest Alex Larson (@alexlarsonnutrition), a dietitian nutrition coach for endurance athletes, discuss the Berlin Marathon and the use of continuous glucose monitors (CGMs). She also chats with Lillie Bleasdale (@lilliesfitness on Instagram) a London Marathon championship athlete and founder & head coach of PASSA - an online running coaching collective for women. They discuss the importance of proper care for women’s health in sports and this impacts athletic goals.

Berlin Marathon

Training, fueling, and achieving performance goals, specifically a sub-three-hour marathon. Charlie discusses her adjustments in training and lifestyle that led to improved performance.

Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) 

Charlie tested one herself to understand its relevance for athletes and patients with diabetes and Alex explains that while CGMs are crucial for people with diabetes, their use among athletes without the condition is unnecessary and costly. 

Nutritional Insights

Charlie and Alex look explore the body’s natural responses to food, particularly carbohydrates, and the importance of personalised nutrition strategies. The emphasis is on achieving athletic goals through proper fuel and training rather than fancy tech.

Women's Health in Sports and Medicine

Charlie and Lillie have an in-depth discussion about advocating for women's health in sport, particularly around conditions like endometriosis. They look at how this condition and adenomyosis has affected Lillie’s life and training with advice for women advocating for their own healthcare. 

Cost and Affordability in Sports

Lillie and Charlie observe the expenses involved in sports like running and triathlons, including race gear and equipment, and the differences between affordable sports (like running) and expensive ones (like cycling or triathlons). Charlie and Alex reflect on the challenges of training for long-distance endurance events like Ironman races, both in terms of time and cost.

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