Laughter And Trails And Race-Day Fuel | Fiery Embers Guest: Amy Golumbia
Endurance sports often focus on paces, mileage, and training plans—but what happens when we take a step back and just enjoy the ride? On this episode of Fiery Embers, host Jason Bahamundi sits down with Amy Golumbia, founder of GoodPhyte, for a conversation that’s equal parts informative and hilarious. The two discuss various parts of trails, race-day fueling and most importantly laughter. From bear encounters on the trails to unexpected race-day snacks, this episode is a reminder that endurance sports should be fun.
From Trail Running to Bear Sightings
Amy’s journey into endurance sports is anything but ordinary. As a competitive trail runner and race director for events like Five Peaks and Trailstoke, she’s spent plenty of time navigating the great outdoors. But it’s not just the miles she’s logging—it’s the unexpected surprises along the way. Bear encounters? She’s had them. Uphill running as a personal preference? Absolutely. Amy’s love for trail running is about embracing the adventure, no matter what (or who) crosses her path.
Guacamole, Peanut Butter, and the Art of Fueling
When it comes to endurance nutrition, Amy has a unique approach. Forget the traditional gels and bars—her go-to choices include peanut butter straight from the jar and guacamole with just the right amount of lime and salt. Jason, never one to shy away from a good food discussion, chimes in with his own race-day obsessions, including a love for old-fashioned donuts. The conversation is a refreshing take on how fueling doesn’t have to be rigid—it can be fun, experimental, and even a little ridiculous.
If somebody says that laughter and race day fuel on the trails do not go hand in hand, share this episode with them. This is exactly what trail and ultra running should be. Fun, Food, Laughs and accomplishing goals along the way.
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Unconventional Race-Day Snacks
If you think Impossible Whoppers and Klondike bars have no place in endurance sports, think again. Amy shares some of her most unconventional fuel choices. This portion of the conversation proves that sometimes the best race-day nutrition is what makes you happy. She also gives a shoutout to Epic Bars, a meat-based snack she swears by. Could they be the ultimate race sponsor? Jason and Amy certainly think so!
Why Endurance Sports Should Be Fun
At its core, this episode reminds us that endurance sports aren’t just about getting faster or stronger. These sports are about embracing the journey and finding humor in the unexpected. Sometimes that means eating a donut mid-run. Training for your next race or just looking for a good laugh? This Fiery Embers episode is guaranteed to deliver.
Want to hear the full conversation? Listen to the episode now and let us know: What’s your go-to race-day snack?
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