Podcasts by CLIFcast

Recovery (Updated Re-release) from 2014-08-06T22:00:49

It may seem that your workout ends when you stop moving but your downtime may be one of the most important parts o...

CLIF Bar’s Registered Dietician, Tara Delloiacono Thies, Answers Your Nutrition Questions from 2014-07-29T20:48:26

We recently invited folks to tweet in their sports nutrition related questions. In this episode, our in-house Nutri...

Stephanie Howe from 2014-06-23T23:03:43

Team Clif Bar athlete Stephanie Howe is remarkable: she didn't set out to be a runner but after doing a race on a whim she discovered a talent and passion she didn't know she had. She’s now a pr...

Nutrition Basics for Triathletes from 2014-06-19T19:17:59

Training effectively Triathalons and the three disciplines – swimming, running, and cycling - is mentally, physically, and nutritionally challenging. On this episode we hit one mountain head on...

The Latest Sports Nutrition Trends with Mitzi Dulan from 2014-06-04T06:45:41

At times, the latest expert advice can appear to be contradictory from one period to the next: Fat is bad for you, a little fat is good, chocolate is a no-no, a little chocolate is healthy, eve...

Sleep: Why runners need it and the best ways to get it from 2014-05-03T01:05:36

The two best foods to help you sleep better and why don't I need great sleep the night before a race.

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ELLIE GREENWOOD from 2014-04-04T21:53:55

She's the 2011 & 2012 North American Female Ultrarunner of the Year and a Team CLIF Bar member plus a vegetarian. Hear what she has to say about her success, strategy and diet.

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Ian Sharman from 2013-11-11T21:11:45

CLIFCast caught up with renowned Ultra Runner and Team Clif Bar athlete, Ian Sharman, to hear more about his record breaking run during this year’s Grand Slam of Ultra Running – a series of four...

Injury Prevention from 2013-10-28T20:52:05

Whomever said, "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." hasn't listened tot his episode. It's worth more.

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Morning Runs from 2013-08-14T21:35:38

How do you prepare for your morning run? Do you need to eat before? Or can you roll out of bed and go? And if you don’t eat before, what do you need to eat after your run to recover? Today we si...

Running at Elevation from 2013-08-02T18:40:02

Ever gone on a trip to Boulder or Lake Tahoe and been unable to maintain your usual pace? Have you felt nausea, headaches, light-headedness, and dry mouth and eyes? That’s because running at hig...

Legendary ultra-runner Scott Jurek from 2013-07-27T00:13:55

Legendary ultra-runner Scott Jurek joined us at the Clif Bar Theatre for our Team Clif Bar Presents series, and we wanted to share some of our favorite snippets with you. Jurek is best known for...

Eating on the Road from 2013-06-27T18:22:36

If you’re a runner trying to stay healthy and eat smart, you know that any kind of travel can be a challenge – whether it’s a trip to the office for the day or heading to a new location for a ra...

You Did It! from 2013-06-24T20:37:17

Come celebrate the pain, sweat, and fun of finishing a marathon. Listen to You Did it! The Clif Bar band’s attempt at a super catchy, at times over-the-top, melodic rock song inspired by 80’s bi...

Eric Johnson explains how, and why, he got into running. Across Nevada from 2013-06-10T18:46:51

On our last episode, you learned what it takes to prepare for a Tough Mudder race nutritionally. You also heard how difficult, challenging, and fun they can be. In this episode, Team Clif Bar ru...

Learn how to take down one Tough Mudder! from 2013-05-28T18:35:51

You think running a marathon is hard? Ricardo Balazs and the CLIFCast team take you on a journey through what some have called “hell and back”. If you have never taken part in a Tough Mudder rac...

Learn how and why Aid Stations can make your next marathon your best. from 2013-04-17T04:45:19

People don't think about them often, but Aid Stations are your best friend on a course. Learn how not to make them an enemy.

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Learn what Carbohydrates to feed your body for the best results from 2013-03-27T21:09:32

There's nothing wrong with this bowl of spaghetti but learn what else will make it a great run

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Hear from American Ultra Marathon Runner, Dakota Jones from 2013-03-07T14:16:07

If you have the inner desire to do more, to push your body beyond a marathon, then gear up for this episode of ClifCast, as we sit down one on one with American Ultra Marathon runner, Dakota Jon...

Avoiding GI Issues from 2012-10-08T21:53:31

Almost every runner has experienced some kind of stomach issue on a run or in a race. Learn how to avoid and manage gastrointestinal, or GI, issues on a run.

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Food Logs from 2012-08-21T22:01:24

Runners, and other active people, do their best when eating good food and maintaining a healthy diet. But sometimes it’s hard to know if what you’re putting in your body is actually helping your...

Ian Sharman Interview from 2012-08-06T22:04:51

In this special edition, we speak with Team Clif Bar runner Ian Sharman and explore how he first got into running, what keeps him going and what he eats and drinks to stay healthy and strong. Listen

Naughty Foods from 2012-07-16T22:05:50

Find out exactly what naughty foods are, whether runners deserve them more than others and are some “naughty foods” actually not bad at all.

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Vitamins & Minerals from 2012-05-23T22:17:57

Vitamins and minerals are vital to our health and well being. While supplements may sometimes be helpful, it’s our daily, colorful diet that ensures we’re getting exactly what we need to run str...

Antioxidants from 2012-04-24T22:21:13

One of our biggest challenges as runners, or any athlete for that matter, is rebuilding our bodies after a hard work-out. There are several ways to recover from inevitable muscle Inflammation. O...

Organic Food & Drink from 2012-03-19T22:24:05

One of the main reasons we run and stay active is to be healthy. While organic food and drink may not have an immediate effect on your performance as a runner, the long term effects of organic f...

Clif Bar Shot of COMEBACK – Geoff Roes at Western States 100 from 2011-12-22T19:00:19

As a follow up to our recent Ultra Running episode of CLIFCast, here’s a video featuring Ultra Running champion Geoff Roes, giving us a taste of his incredible come-from-behind victory at the 20...

Insights from Afar – Ultra Runner perspectives on Sports Nutrition from 2011-12-12T23:25:42

What can the rest of us learn from how ultra-runners fuel themselves on runs of 50 miles, 100 miles or longer. Special guests include Team Clif Bar athletes Scott Jurek and Geoff Roes.

Electrolytes from 2011-11-03T22:31:41

Find out what electrolytes are, the best ways for runners to take them in and the importance of gauging the amount that’s right for you.

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Bonking from 2011-10-04T22:43:36

Learn what Bonking is, how best to avoid it and best ways to un-bonk.

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Carrying Food and Drink on a run from 2011-09-07T17:10:36

Learn about the many different ways to carry your food and drink while on a long run. Like most things, it’s about finding the one that works best for you. Special Guests Darris & Star Blackford...

Fat from 2011-08-15T17:14:14

Fat is one of the most important elements of a runner’s nutrition and has many benefits. Like protein and carbohydrates, fat is necessary for a well balanced meal and can be a good source of ene...

Running Relays from 2011-08-01T17:17:57

Running relays are one of the most memorable experiences a runner can have. They are fun and you are pushing yourself in ways you rarely do. In this episode, we’ll discuss what and when to eat a...

Vegetarian/Vegan Guide for Runners from 2011-07-19T17:24:05

In this episode of ClifCAST, we’ll be speaking about what Vegetarian and Vegan diets are exactly, what should runners take in to get what they need and why a diet such as this can be helpful. Le...

5K & 10K from 2011-06-09T00:30

The 5k and 10K is a great way to enter the sport of running. Plus these races are a lot of fun. But even though these distances are relatively short, thinking about your nutrition is still impor...

Sweat Rate from 2011-05-15T00:11:44

Find out how to gauge your sweat rate and how best to stay hydrated.

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Caffeine from 2011-04-01T00:11:29

Learn to take advantage of the benefits of caffeine,a s well as avoid some of the pitfalls associated with taking in too much.

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CLIF BAR Behind the Scenes: The Making of CLIF CRUNCH from 2011-03-01T02:24:37

CLIF CRUNCH is Clif Bar & Company’s all-natural and organic crunchy granola bar that contains a special blend of organic whole grains. Go behind the scenes in the Clif Bar kitchen to see how CRU...

Meal Planning from 2010-12-07T02:06:15

In this latest episode we explore the benefits of Meal Planning. We all know that what we put into our bodies directly affects our performance. But sometimes it can be hard to get everything in ...

The Clif Bar Pace Team from 2010-11-02T01:02:30

Just as nutrition is vital for energy and sustenance, sometimes nutrition comes in other forms. Proper nutrition can help you make it through a marathon but along with that, you need encourageme...

Protein from 2010-08-17T01:01:17

Protein is the building blocks of muscle. Without it, you can’t get all the amazing benefits from your workout because protein helps tissues recover and rebuild. What is protein exactly, what ar...

Energy from 2010-07-14T00:58:56

Learn about what energy is exactly (is it the same as calories?), how it feels in your body, and what the best foods are for it. Our in-house Clif Bar Runners sharing nuggets of their experience...

Race Day from 2010-06-15T00:54:16

Here we’ll explore what foods and drinks might be best for your half or full marathon, or other long distance race. What should I eat the night before a race, the morning of, or mere minutes bef...

Hydration from 2010-06-01T00:53:10

Learn about Hydration. Whether running a 5-mile loop or a 100-mile Ultra – dehydration happens. But if you know what to drink and when, you can diminish the chances of depleting your body of its...

Recovery from 2010-05-18T17:28:06

Here we’ll explore the Nutrition of Recovery. Just because your body has stopped moving doesn’t mean you’re anywhere near done. Truth is, your body continues to work double-time on the inside in...

Sports Nutrition 101 from 2010-04-21T16:29:43

So…what are the basics of Race Day Nutrition?  Should I drink water right before a run, and how much during? When should I eat my last big meal before a race, and how much during? What about rec...