Fueling the Summit: Nutrition & Hydration Strategies for High-Altitude Adventures

Discover how to optimize your energy and performance during outdoor activities at elevation, including hiking, skiing, and climbing. In this 60-minute presentation followed by a 15-minute Q&A, you’ll learn evidence-based nutrition and hydration strategies designed to help you meet increased caloric demands, maintain fluid and electrolyte balance, and choose foods that support both stamina and whole-body health. Expect clear, practical recommendations you can apply right away, backed by the latest science and tested by outdoor enthusiasts. When you fuel and hydrate well, you'll not only feel better during your activities — you will set yourself up to have your best adventures possible!

Meet your presenter, Lindsay Christensen — a fellow Colorado Mountain Club member, Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS).