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In episode #186 we chat with pro mountain biker and US National Team member, Kelsey Urban about her journey into mountain biking as a kid, to competing at the highest levels globally. We delve into her training, race strategies, and her nuanced approach to nutrition and recovery that balances performance with life enjoyment.
KEY TOPICS
Cross-country mountain biking events and race strategies, nutrition and fueling tactics
Managing recovery and sleep post-race
Practical tips for weather adaptation and travel between time zones
Insights into the mental health advocacy and growth of women in cycling
The evolution of sports supplements and common trends
Please note that this podcast is created strictly for educational purposes and should never be used for medical diagnosis or treatment.
ABOUT KELSEY URBAN:
Riding her mountain bike since she was a kid, Kelsey Urban has grown into one of the best cross country mountain bike riders in the country, breaking into the top 10 of the UCI World Series in 2025 and riding for the US National team in 2025 and 2026. Riding professionally since 2017, Kelsey also attended Stanford and is an advocate for mental health, athlete development and the growth of women’s cycling. 
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FOLLOW KELSEY:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelseyurban/
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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Introduction to Kelsey Urban’s background and career highlights

01:41 - How Kelsey got into mountain biking & her childhood influences

03:43 - Explanation of Olympic cross-country mountain biking disciplines

04:56 - Race durations and strategies for short track vs. cross-country events

06:26 - Transition from childhood biking to professional racing & team experiences

07:50 - Rise of women in cycling and team growth over years

10:07 - Kelsey’s journey through high school sports and early competitions

13:32 - Pre-race fueling strategies for short track and cross-country races

14:45 - The importance of carbohydrate loading and digestion considerations

16:41 - Balancing fats, proteins, and carbs for season-long performance

18:09 - Adjusting nutrition for hot weather and multi-day events

20:25 - Pre-race meal examples and mental preparation techniques

22:28 - Post-race recovery nutrition and hydration practices

23:28 - Managing sleep and relaxation after intense competition

26:57 - Supplements like tart cherry, magnesium—do they make a difference?

29:21 - Strategies for adapting to jet lag and time zone transitions

31:06 - Nutritional planning for race day, hydration, and race gear

42:38 - Race-day in-race nutrition and hydration routines

47:32 - Final revelations on her two truths and lie & future race plans

50:02 - How professional athletes view trends and the importance of trusting oneself

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In episode #185 we chat with gravel cyclist and 2026 Traka 560 record breaker, Maddy Nutt, as she shares behind-the-scenes insights from her latest epic rides. Tune in to learn more about her training, nutrition, gear, and mental resilience required to tackle the world's toughest gravel events. This episode is packed with practical insights for endurance athletes, gravel racers, and anyone interested in pushing physical limits in demanding environments. Tune in to learn from Maddy’s journey, strategies, and fun stories from the road!
KEY POINTS:
Maddy's transition from finance to professional gravel racing
Highlights and moments from her races, including her record breaking finish at Traka 560
How nutrition, gear choices, and fueling strategies impact ultra-distance performance
The role of AI and data-driven planning in her race prep
Practical tips on hydration, weight management, and race day logistics
Managing recovery and injury post-race, plus upcoming events including The Rift in Iceland
Please note that this podcast is created strictly for educational purposes and should never be used for medical diagnosis or treatment.
FREE RESOURCES:
Gut Training Framework: https://mailchi.mp/nutritional-revolution/guttrainingtips
FOLLOW MADDY:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maddy_nutty
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@maddynutt 
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Fireside Chat with Dani Moreno (use code HOLIDAY26 for a special discount: https://l.bttr.to/HaPLm
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ABOUT MADDY NUTT:
Maddy Nutt is a British gravel cyclist and endurance racer known for her fearless riding style, ultra-distance grit, and adventurous approach to off-road racing. Based in London, she transitioned from a career in finance to professional cycling after discovering a passion for gravel racing and endurance events. Since then, she has become one of the standout names in the international gravel scene, competing in events across Europe, Africa, and the Americas. 
Maddy has earned podium finishes and victories in major gravel races, including wins in the UCI Gravel World Series and standout performances at events such as Safari Gravel Race and Traka 560, where she absolutely crushed the record in 2026. Known for thriving in demanding endurance conditions, she has built a reputation for resilience, including famously finishing Traka 360 despite riding hundreds of kilometers with a shoulder ligament injury. 
Alongside racing, Maddy is also recognized for sharing the culture and community of gravel cycling through storytelling, travel, and social media content. Her personality, humor, and love of adventure have helped make her one of the most relatable and recognizable athletes in modern gravel racing. 
Timestamps:

00:00 - Meet Maddy Nutt: UK gravel star & endurance record-breaker

02:16 - Transition from finance to gravel racing: A passion turned pro

04:05 - Race highlights: The challenge of Traka 360 and setting records

06:38 - Race strategy: Setting time goals, pacing, and navigating remote routes

09:22 - Supporting equipment: Nutrition, hydration, and bike setup for ultra distances

13:24 - Managing nutrition: Food choices, gels, real food, and flavor fatigue

16:19 - Fueling plans: Carbs, fluids, and managing caloric intake during long races

22:16 - Race day logistics: Stops, support, and minimalist packing

25:10 - Using AI for race planning: Tires, weight, and route intelligence

29:24 - Race challenges: Water, support, and dealing with unexpected obstacles

34:24 - Post-race recovery: Rest, nutrition, and injury management

37:37 - Upcoming races: The Rift in Iceland and future plans

41:13 - Tips for real food intake during ultra-distance racing

44:21 - Understanding sodium loss and electrolyte needs in different climates

46:36 - Fun facts & closing: The lie about her childhood talent & where to follow her adventures
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Interested in having your biomarkers or nutrigenomics checked? Email us at nutritionalrev@gmail.com 
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In episode #184, we bring back pro mountain runner Adam Kimble to talk about his incredible year of racing so far, including breaking course records at Badwater Cape Fear 50k and Outlands Endurance Races 50k, winning American River 50 miler, and most recently a DNF at Cocodona 250, and the strategies he employed, dealing with injury, and lessons learned.
Key Points:
How to adapt training and nutrition for different race lengths and terrains.
The importance of race simulations
Managing sleep deprivation
The significance of course familiarity and learning from race DNFs.
Practical tips for hydration: fluid strategies, salt intake, and hyperhydration protocols.
Upcoming races and injury management
Adam Kimble is a professional ultrarunner, race director, motivational speaker and running coach from Truckee, CA. In 2016, Adam ran 2,500 miles over the course of 60 days to cross the USA on foot. Subsequently, in November of 2016, he successfully completed a 60-day journey alone in the wilderness of South America to become winner of Discovery Channel's survivalist show, The Wheel. Following that adventure, Adam set two prominent Fastest Known Times (FKTs): in 2017 he became part of the first duo to ever run self-supported on foot across Great Britain (Scotland, England and Wales) while summiting the highest peak in each country along the way; and in 2020, he set the supported FKT on the Tahoe Rim Trail—a 171-mile circumnavigation of Lake Tahoe.  Most recently in 2025, Adam finished 4th overall and ran one of the Top-10 fastest times ever at the historic Badwater 135.  Adam's life mission is to push himself past his perceived limits and achieve the impossible. His calling is to share what he has learned and help others grow in their journey so as to push through the ceiling and achieve their own 'impossible'.
Please note that this podcast is created strictly for educational purposes and should never be used for medical diagnosis or treatment.
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Recovery Protocol: https://mailchi.mp/nutritional-revolution.com/recovery-protocol
Hydration 101: https://mailchi.mp/nutritional-revolution/hydration101
FOLLOW ADAM:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/adamkimble818/
Web: www.adamkimble.com
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Episode 81: https://nutritional-revolution.com/podcasts/ultrarunner-and-coach-adam-kimble/
Episode 147: https://nutritional-revolution.com/podcasts/badwater-breakthrough-adam-kimbles-journey-at-the-worlds-toughest-race/
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Sponsorship inquiries → kyla.c@nutritional-revolution.com
Interested in having your biomarkers or nutrigenomics checked? Email us at nutritionalrev@gmail.com 
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As most trail runners we know are glued to tracking the little dots traveling across Arizona for the Cocodona 250, we thought it was a great time to revisit our conversation with one of the athletes on-course, Kilian Korth, who is also a big nutrition science nerd, like us. We talked about:
His unique nutritional strategies, including his shift from vegetarianism to a high-fat, low-carb diet.
His training regimen and recovery techniques
Mental strategies for overcoming challenges during races and training
Kilian Korth lives and trains in Western Colorado, spending time traversing mountain ridges and desert canyons alike. He is an ultra runner and full time coach, focusing on the 200 mile distance and other multi-day efforts. This weekend he became the Moab 240 champion AND Triple Crown Winner, setting a new record after winning the 2025 Bigfoot 200 and Tahoe 200. We chatted with Kilian about some interesting nutrition and mindset strategies he uses, as well as achieving this monumental goal. Other notable running achievements include:
1st place, DC Peaks 50 Mile, 2022
1st place, Mogollon Monster 100, 2024
1st place, Red Rock Canyon 100K, 2024 
2nd place, Bigfoot 200, 2023
Ultimately he wants to evolve and strive toward longer and longer distances, eyeing some of the notable long trail FKTs in the United States and elsewhere, like the Colorado Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, and Appalachian trails. 
Connect with Kilian:
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Substack: substack.com/@runtoughmindset
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CONNECT 
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Sponsorship inquiries → kyla.c@nutritional-revolution.com
Interested in having your biomarkers or nutrigenomics checked? Email us at nutritionalrev@gmail.com 
TRUSTED RESOURCES 
Supplements (save 20%) → https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/kchannell
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In episode #182, elite ultrarunner (and scientist) Hillary Allen shares her journey through injury, recovery strategies, and mental tools she uses to stay resilient. 
Key Topics:
Hillary’s recent stress fracture diagnosis and her healing process
The role of sleep, nutrition, and hormonal regulation in bone health
Psychological impact of injury: grief, acceptance, and mental resilience
Strategies and practical tools to maintain fitness and recover from injury
Balancing high-performance goals with self-compassion and personal growth
Hillary Allen is a professional trail and ultrarunner, coach, and speaker based in Colorado. She has represented the U.S. at the World Mountain and Trail Running Championships and is known for her resilience after surviving a life-threatening fall early in her career. Hillary is the author of Out and Back and is currently pursuing a master’s in applied sport psychology, where she focuses on the mental side of endurance performance. Through her coaching, writing, and speaking, she blends science and experience to help athletes build both physical and mental strength.
Please note that this podcast is created strictly for educational purposes and should never be used for medical diagnosis or treatment.
FREE RESOURCE:
RECOVERY PROTOCOL
FOLLOW HILLARY:
IG: instagram.com/hillygoat_climbs/
Web: www.hillaryallen.com/
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Dani Moreno Fireside Chat: https://l.bttr.to/HaPLm
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Use code NEWPOD10 for 10% off our meal plans → https://nutritional-revolution.com/products/
CONNECT 
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Sponsorship inquiries → kyla.c@nutritional-revolution.com
Interested in having your biomarkers or nutrigenomics checked? Email us at nutritionalrev@gmail.com 
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Supplements (save 20%) → https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/kchannell
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Kyla's top picks → https://shopmy.us/shop/nutrev
Follow us @nutritionalrevolution