hustle.run.thrive. blog — running fuel

Most runners don’t realize they’re underfueling until their performance starts slipping. The problem? They focus on calories instead of carbs, leaving their bodies running on fumes. In this post, I break down why low-carb fueling is holding so many athletes back, how it impacts training and racing, and what to do instead. If you’ve ever felt like your workouts are harder than they should be, your fueling strategy might be the missing piece.

Most runners assume they’re eating enough—but many are missing the mark in ways that directly impact performance. Underfueling isn’t just about calories; it’s about getting the right nutrients at the right time. In this post, I break down the common mistakes endurance athletes make with fueling, the deceptive "sweet spot" before underfueling crashes performance, and why even experienced runners still fall into diet-culture thinking. If you’re constantly tired, struggling to recover, or hitting a plateau, it might be time to rethink your nutrition strategy.