In this podcast, how to conquer the toughest sport on earth,

shakily nutrition supplements, choosing the right energy bars,

is gatorade good for anything?

Can athletes have a low-carb diet,

overcoming open water swim fear?

How hot does oil get when you fry eggs,

shin splints, and the effect of going low-carb?

Welcome to the Ben Greenfield fitness.com podcast.

We provide you with free exercise, nutrition, weight loss,

triathlon, and wellness advice from the top fitness experts in the nation.

So whether you're an Iron Man triathlete,

or you're just trying to shed a few pounds, get ready

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Hey folks, it's Ben Greenfield here, and I gotta tell you,

I'm a little bit sore.

I did a half Iron Man triathlon over the weekend,

and actually this is kind of interesting for those of you who listened

into the last podcast episode that I did with Dr. Timothy Noakes

about electrolyte intake.

I did end up testing whether or not I actually could do

an entire half Iron Man triathlon in the heat without using any

electrolytes or sports drinks at all, and I actually did.

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