Why You Need to Fuel Your Runs: The Truth About Gels, Influencers, and Listening to Your Body

When a viral Instagram post claimed runners don’t need gels for a half marathon, psychotherapist and endurance specialist Stephanie Roth Goldberg set the record straight. In this video, she shares why under-fueling is harmful, how it impacts mindset and performance, and what every runner should know about building better nutrition habits—especially those struggling with body image.