Valley to Peak Nutrition Podcast

Topics covered: 
Are oral GLP-1s as effective as injectables?
What's the deal with the new report on protein powders containing lead?
Should I worry about not having carbs with my protein after a workout?
Are energy drinks really killing my gains in the gym and workouts?
Consumer Report on protein powders
Podcast with Dyllon Sanford on GLP-1-Part 1. 
European Food Safety Authority

Creatine is arguably the most popular supplement on the planet right now.
 
When you ask, people have heard they should take it, but they're not quite sure why, what it does, how it works, or if it even really works at all for that matter. 
 
We look to explore some of that and get answers in this episode. 
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Creatine in the backcountry (podcast). 
Creatine and other supplements in physical occupations and tactical athletes (podcast). 

How important is variety in the diet?  I tend to eat alot of the same things every day. 
How important is nutrient timing when it relates to protein intake?  Does protein quality matter?
“I tore my hamstring while water skiing this summer.  Should I be eating more protein while I’m doing my PT work?  What about amino acides or BCAA?  
I LOVE ice cream, but it kills my intake.  What are three ways I can have a healthier version (change TYPE, change AMOUNT, Skip)
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Your body shivering is an automatic response for survival as it contracts your muscle to generate heat when thrown into a particularly cold environment.  
 
The energy demand is high.
The currency of that cost is calories. 
 
I wanted to know just WHAT happens, WHY, and if we’re able to fix it in the field.  
 
Who better to discuss the topic than Mr. John Barklow himself?
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Knowledge from Storms. 
Sitka Gear
Montana Knife YouTube Survival Series w/ John. 
Rewarming Drill.
 
 

This week we look at four practical things you can do to recover and stay strong for a season- be it training or hunting.  We talk about whether you should carb load or not before a big hunt and give some updates on what’s to come throughout the fall. 
 
Podcast with Rokslide and Jordan Budd
Our Prep and Recovery Nurition Guide (Free)
Our DIY at-home electrolyte mix
 

We held a live backcountry nutrition Q&A in mid-July and folks showed up big time with great questions!  This is the recording from that session. 
 
To check out the resources we highlight in the episode, you can check out Valley to Peak Nutrition website. 

What happens when you head to the mountains to hunt elk for eight days in physically demanding terrain?  I knew in theory what happens, but wanted to hear Cory's first hand experience and the details behind his experience and project: Destination Elk. 
 
Destination Elk Link Series
Elk 101 Resources and information
Valley to Peak Resources

I'm joined by Kyle Zibrowski of Chapter 3 Sigma and a good friend of mine.  There seems to be a million ways to create new habits now days.  The problem?  Too many things to focus on is the antithesis of creating new habits.  Simplicity is king.  Kyle and I talk about ways that will actually help- things that were forged through actual adversity. 
 
Chapter 3 Stigma Substack 
 
Chapter 3 Stigma Podcast:
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Spotify
YouTube
 
More from Valley to Peak Nutrition  + Resources

Lindsay is back for this round of FAQ where we look at: 
Does anything actually increase metabolism (Spoiler: yes!)
What should I eat before a really early morning workout?
Do I have to add in exercise to achieve my goals?  Are there other ways?
What exactly is 'energy expenditure'?
 
Sing up for the Backcountry Nutrition QA&- happening July 16th, 2025 at 7p MST).  

Check out all the V2P Resources- including our Backcountry Nutrition Course- here. 
From Hunt West: "In this episode of the Hunt West Podcast, Jaden Bales sits down with longtime friend and backcountry nutrition expert Kyle Kamp of Valley to Peak Nutrition. Kyle shares how mastering the basics of nutrition—not chasing the latest fads—is the key to performing at your peak in the mountains. From building sustainable systems to dialing in off-season weight loss and fueling long hunts like a late-season elk hunt, or a dall sheep trek in Alaska, Kyle lays down practical, no-BS advice for every kind of hunter.
Whether you're prepping for September elk season, cutting excess weight for the mountains, or figuring out what to actually eat in the backcountry, this episode delivers. Expect real stories, smart strategies, and a ton of overlap between hunting and nutrition that’ll get your wheels turning and your food game dialed."