Rod Farvard

ROD FARVARD: 2024 WESTERN STATES RUNNER-UP

Rod Farvard joined the Neversecond team one year ago, and the partnership has already delivered breakthrough results. In 2024, Rod stormed to a runner-up finish at the legendary Western States 100—cementing his place among the top ultrarunners in the world. He also claimed victory at the Kodiak Ultra and delivered a string of strong performances at key races throughout the season. Rod has fully embraced Neversecond’s science-based fueling system, using it to eliminate guesswork and perform at his absolute best. With his confidence high and the foundation set, the future of this partnership is exceptionally bright.

Nationality

American

Hometown

Mammoth Lakes California

Favorite races

Western States and UTMB

I've been using the Neversecond system of products for about a year now. They've helped me increase my intake and reduce my stomach problems. The Neversecond products have been instrumental in helping me achieve consistently strong results.

Rod Farvard

Rod's Picks

Rod Farvard's favorite Neversecond products.

C30 Sports Drink

€28,00

Available in 2 flavors

C30 Energy Gel

€42,00

Available in 5 flavors

C30 Fuel Bar

€36,00

Available in 3 flavors

Neversecond x Hydrapak DRINKFLASK500 500ml Soft Flask

€24,00

Neversecond Digital Gift Card

From €25,00

Guides & Guidance

Actionable training and fueling insights—designed to help you train smarter, fuel better, and perform at your peak.

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In this article, we compare the different types of carbohydrate sources so you can decide what works best for you!

How should I take caffeine?

Caffeine can help to improve endurance performance, but what is the best way to take it?

What are Multiple Transportable Carbohydrates?

Using the right combination of carbohydrates can improve energy delivery to the muscle.

How Much Protein do Athletes Need?

Is more protein always better?

What Should I Eat on the Morning of My Race?

Breakfast on race day (and also before big training days) is important. Getting it right means you will be well-fueled at the start.

10 ways to avoid gastrointestinal problems

Not all GI problems are avoidable, but taking these 10 steps will minimize your chances of developing them.

Discover Science

Simplifying science to help athletes perform at their highest level—without bias or noise.

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What is Fibre?

Fibre is an important part of daily athlete nutrition, but athletes should use caution in the days before the big race.

What is an Ice Slush and Is It Effective?

Ice slushes have see widespread use among top athletes during the Tokyo Olympics and the 2022 Tour de France. But what are they, how do they work and are they effective?

What is Whey Protein?

We hear a lot about whey protein as the best protein for athletes. But what is it really and what makes whey so special?

Are Electrolytes Important for Athletes?

Electrolytes are recommended by many performance nutrition and lifestyle brands. After all, they're big business. But what are they and do they actually improve performance?

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