October 31, 2025
How to Train Your Gut for Ultramarathons: Avoid Stomach Issues, Bonking, and Fuel Like a Pro
Everyday UltraAbout this episode
Stomach issues are the top cause for DNF’s in an ultra. And most people get stomach issues because they don’t train their gut to handle the large amount of carbs we have to eat out there. On top of that, with high carb getting all the hype, if you want to try out a high carb strategy, you will have to train your gut to be able to handle more carbs. Because when you do that, you’re able to perform better, avoid stomach issues, and finish your race strong. So, in this episode, we give you the bulletproof method on how to train your gut to fuel like a pro in your next ultramarathon. Enjoy the episode, fuel well, and thank you for listening! SHOW LINKS: Register for our race, The Desert Peak Ultra 100K + 50K at desertpeakultra.com Want to work with me to crush your next ultramarathon in our group coaching program? Sign up for our group coaching program here: https://www.theeverydayultra.com/group-coaching Want to be coached by me and my team to crush your next ultramarathon in our 1:1 coaching program? Book a free call here with one of our coaches to see if we are a good fit! Follow Joe on IG: https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/ Everyday Ultra YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUelKGeptWZivD6yRIDiupg Get your FREE TrainingPeaks account to track, plan, and analyze your training easier at trainingpeaks.com/everydayultra Try PlayOn Pain Relief Spray at playonrelief.com Try Bear Butt Wipes and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA at bearbuttwipes.com Try Janji apparel and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA at Janji.com