Marni On The Move

Today’s episode is an incredible journey into endurance, purpose, and performance. I’m joined by Neil Gyte, who, along with his brother, swam across Loch Lomond on September 19th, 2024, as part of the Zero-Two-Lomond Challenge. That’s 22 miles of open water—a 12-hour feat that tested the limits of body and mind. In our conversation, Neil shares the deeper purpose behind this ambitious challenge and the meticulous preparation, from training and nutrition to logistics and weather conditions that went into making it happen. We dive into the science of metabolic health, covering topics like fueling strategies, the role of carbohydrates in athletic performance, and the importance of metabolic flexibility. Neil also opens up about his personal health journey, his rediscovery of athleticism, and how endurance sports have transformed his life. We unpack key insights from the swim, including data from blood tests-thanks to SiPhox Health-and continuous glucose monitors, understanding how the body responds during fast