Going the Distance with Kalei Hering

If you need some inspiration, this is the episode for you. Kalei Hering is a West Point graduate, Harvard Medical student, and is training to run her first ultra-marathon by following a ketogenic approach. She's doing some amazing things and it was a pleasure to talk with her. I know you'll be inspired as you listen. 


What we discussed: 


  • Why she pursued ultra running and her fueling strategies (1:36)
  • Focusing on fat adaptation and foot care (4:14)
  • Running form, shoe preferences, and training strategies for her upcoming ultra-marathon (7:58)
  • Fueling and sleep strategies for a nighttime ultra-marathon (15:00)
  • Medical school, career paths, and military service (19:31)
  • Ketogenic diet in medical school and facing pushback from peers (25:50)
  • Keto diet benefits for energy and mental focus (28:50)
  • Poor nutrition options in the military (34:19)

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Robert Sikes

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