Going the Distance with Kalei Hering
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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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Written By
Robert Sikes
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