You Can’t Out-Hunt a Bad Diet | Kyle Kamp of V2P Nutrition

In this episode of the Mountain Dude Podcast, Dennis Stokes sits down with Kyle Kamp, founder of Valley to Peak Nutrition, to break down the fundamentals of nutrition for everyday life and for backcountry hunters who demand more from their bodies.

Kyle shares his powerful personal story—growing up with poor eating habits, reaching 270 pounds as a young man, and ultimately transforming his life through small, sustainable nutrition changes. That transformation sparked a career in dietetics, leading to the creation of Valley to Peak Nutrition, where Kyle now coaches hunters, athletes, and everyday people toward healthier, more intentional living.

Together, Dennis and Kyle dive deep into:

• The real roles of carbs, fats, and proteins—without diet culture confusion
• Why most hunters consistently “bonk” in the mountains
• How consistent fueling throughout the day changes everything (energy, performance, and digestion)
• Why restrictive diets fall apart under heavy mileage or elevation
• Breaking down hydration myths (including Dennis’ infamous pound-the-Nalgene moment)
• Practical, sustainable nutrition that actually works for busy hunters and family life
• How to eat in a way that supports strength, recovery, and year-round mountain readiness

This episode is packed with foundational nutrition insight, simplified for the real world and backed by Kyle’s years of experience helping hunters perform at their best—on the mountain and at home.

Part 2 will take the conversation even deeper into backcountry-specific nutrition, including exactly what to pack, when to eat it, and how to avoid the energy crashes that ruin hunts.

Where to Find Kyle:
Valley to Peak Nutrition Podcast
valleytopeaknutrition.com
@v2pnutrition

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