Fueling Endurance - Nutrition for Runners, Cyclists & Triathletes
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Episode 42A - Can changing my nutrition improve my sleep? | Prof. Shona Halson
3 augustus 2022 · 1 uur 16 min
An expert in athlete sleep and recovery, Prof. Shona Halson (Australian Catholic University) joins us to discuss why sleep is so important for athletes, and whether the type, amount or timing of food and/or supplements can help or hinder getting a good night's sleep. Lees meer
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Episode 41B - What is gut training and how do I do it? | Ash Daniels
27 juli 2022 · 1 uur 16 min
Ultra-runner Ash Daniels joins us to share his experience with gut training. We discuss why Ash did gut training in the first place, the process he went through and the end goal, the benefits he saw in just 2-3 months, and what he found easy or difficult in the process. Lees meer
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Episode 41A - What is gut training and how do I do it? | Steph Gaskell
20 juli 2022 · 59 min
The term 'gut training' is thrown around a lot these days, but what does this actually mean? This week Steph will take us through what we mean by gut training, why would runners, cyclists or triathletes want to do it, what is the evidence that it works, and how you go about gut training. Lees meer
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Episode 40A - Is fibre my friend or enemy? | Steph Gaskell
13 juli 2022 · 1 uur 1 min
We're back after a week's break to answer a listener question around fibre. Steph runs us through what fibre is and the general recommendations; what happens if you have too much or not enough fibre, both for general health and specific to exercise; why athletes might inadvertently eat too much fibre and what to do about it, and the timing of fibre around exercise and the importance in terms of gut issues. Lees meer
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Episode 39B - How much carbohydate should I consume during training or a race? | Liam Twomey
29 juni 2022 · 1 uur 26 min
Paratriathlete Liam Twomey joins us to discuss his carbohydrate needs in training and on race day, and the recent changes he made to get more out of his training. Steph & Alan also go back to basics on carbs, the different types, where they come from, and how to plan your training and race nutrition to ensure you're getting the most from your sessions. Lees meer
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Episode 39A - How much carbohydate should I consume during training or a race? | Prof. Asker Jeukendrup
22 juni 2022 · 1 uur 34 min
The man who did much of the research that lead to our current guidelines for carbs during exercise, Prof. Asker Jeukendrup joins us to discuss the nuances of carbs during exercise - recreational vs elite athletes, running vs cycling, shorter vs longer duration, and much, much more. As head of performance nutrition for the Jumbo Visma pro cycling team, the Red Bull Athlete Performance Centre and the Dutch Olympic Team, Asker also discusses the challenges & practical considerations for achieving your optimal carbohydrate intake on race day. Lees meer
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Episode 38B - Would more fruit and veggies make me faster? | Linden Hall
15 juni 2022 · 1 uur 11 min
Two time Olympian in the 1500m & sports dietitian Linden Hall joins us to discuss the role of fruit & veggies in her diet, what happens when she doesn't get enough on the road, and her experience with the vast array of fruit & vegetable based supplements that are heavily marketed to athletes. Lees meer
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Episode 38A - Would more fruit and veggies make me faster? | Dr Andrea Braakhuis
8 juni 2022 · 1 uur 22 min
Researcher and sports dietitian Dr Andrea Braakhuis (University of Auckland) joins us to chat about her area of research on the components in fruit and vegetables and their impact on performance. We discuss whether we should just try to eat more fruit and veggies, some of the challenges in achieving that for runners, cyclists and triathletes, and whether there's evidence to support the use of supplemental forms like greens powders, New Zealand blackcurrant and tart cherry juice. Lees meer
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Episode 37B - How should my nutrition change when it’s really cold? | Sarah Gigante
2 juni 2022 · 1 uur 11 min
We're joined by Aussie pro cyclist Sarah Gigante, who shares her experience relocating to Europe and learning to adapt her on-bike nutrition in a much colder climate. From cozy gloves that stopped her accessing race food, to finding suitable alternatives to cereal bars in Europe, we hear stories of adapting to life riding in Europe, and the challenges eating and drinking in the cold, wind and rain of the Spring Classics in Belgium. Lees meer
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Episode 37A - How should my nutrition change when it’s really cold? | Rebecca Hall
18 mei 2022 · 1 uur 12 min
Beccy Hall is a sports dietitian with the Olympic Winter Institute of Australia and previously with the Canadian Sports Institute Pacific. She discusses if nutritional needs change when training through the winter, what does 'being cold' actually means, and some great practical tips and advice learnt from working with Winter Olympic athletes and others in temperatures both above and below freezing. Lees meer
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Episode 36B - How do sports nutrition needs change when I’m pregnant or breastfeeding? | Kellie Emerson
12 mei 2022 · 1 uur 4 min
Elite ultra-runner & coach, mum of one and pregnant with the 2nd on the way, Kellie Emerson joins us to share her experiences with managing training (and racing) and nutrition whilst pregnant and breastfeeding. Plenty of great advice and practical suggestions for new mums or soon-to-be new mums. Lees meer
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Episode 36A - How do sports nutrition needs change when I’m pregnant or breastfeeding? | Alicia Edge
4 mei 2022 · 1 uur 24 min
Co-founder of Compeat Nutrition, sports dietitian for Australia's women's soccer team The Matildas & mum of three kids, Alicia joins us to discuss both the guidelines and the practical reality of nutrition during pregnancy & breastfeeding, and how your training nutrition needs change during this time. Plenty of practical tips for new mums or mums-to-be that are continuing to train during this time. Lees meer
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Episode 35B - How should I plan my nutrition whilst travelling for races? | Ben Hill
28 april 2022 · 1 uur 6 min
Cyclist Ben Hill joins us to share his experience managing food and nutrition whilst travelling, both domestically with the National Road Series, and internationally in Europe and Asia. We discuss what's worked, what's gone wrong, and what he always takes with him when travelling. We also chat about his experience with the Australian team in the UCI Cycling ESports World Championships, a former teammate who's now a multiple Tour de France winner, and his love of riding in the breakaway. Lees meer
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Episode 35A - How should I plan my nutrition whilst travelling for races? | Jess Rothwell
13 april 2022 · 1 uur 26 min
We're joined by Jess Rothwell, Nutrition Lead for Athletics Australia and Sports Dietitian at the Victorian Institute of Sport, working with their athletics program. We tap into Jess's experience travelling with teams to training camps, World Championships and Olympic Games, as well as her own experience as an athlete. This includes common nutrition issues and challenges for both domestic and international travel and tips for overcoming these, tips for choosing accommodation and what to take with you to be prepared for any situation, and how you as an athlete can be better prepared nutritionally when travelling for an event. Lees meer
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Episode 34B - Would I benefit from supplements? | Emma Jeffcoat
6 april 2022 · 1 uur 21 min
Our first returning athlete guest, triathlete and Tokyo Olympian Emma Jeffcoat's back on the podcast. We discuss her Olympic experience and plans for 2022, her personal experience with supplements, the products she's tried over the years, her thought process when deciding on whether to use a supplement or not, and her experience combining supplements with international travel. Lees meer
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Episode 34A - Would I benefit from supplements? | Greg Shaw
30 maart 2022 · 1 uur 35 min
We're joined by Greg Shaw, Nutrition Lead for Swimming Australia and Performance Manager for the open water program. As a former athlete and then sports dietitian, Greg has used supplements, researched supplement use, contibuted to the AIS Sports Supplement Framework and worked with numerous athletes to advise them on supplement use. We discuss how to define supplements, his process of determining if an individual would benefit from supplements, and how we would benefit by shifting from a "magic pills and potions" to a "nutrient optimisation" mindset. Lees meer
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Episode 33B - Can a continuous glucose monitor improve my performance nutrition? | Alex Hutchinson
25 maart 2022 · 1 uur 31 min
Runner and sports science journalist Alex Hutchinson joins us to provide his experience of using a continuous glucose monitor, and his research and conversations with elite and professional athletes who have been using them. We discuss what it's like to wear the monitor, what data you get back, and what to do with it. Lees meer
A columnist for Outside and formerly Runner's World, Alex is also the author of the New York Times best-seller Endure, where he examined the science of fatigue and the limits of human performance.
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Episode 33A - Can a continuous glucose monitor improve my performance nutrition? | Dr Dana Lis & Dr David Martin
16 maart 2022 · 1 uur 36 min
A hot topic in sports nutrition, discussed in our first ever double guest episode! Dr Dana Lis (Israel Premier-Tech) & Dr Dave Martin (formerly AIS, now in Silicon Valley) join us to discuss wearable tech in general, and continuous glucose monitors specifically for athletes. Are they accurate, what do they tell us, when are they useful, or is it pointless data capture? Lees meer
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Episode 32B - Do nutrition needs of female athletes change across the menstrual cycle? | Hilary Stellingwerff
9 maart 2022 · 1 uur 8 min
Two time Olympian in the 1500m & now track and XC coach at the University of Victoria, Hilary Stellingwerff joins us to discuss her experience managing training and nutrition across the menstrual cycle, what she learnt from science and experience, how she works with the athletes she coaches, and what matters in the bigger picture. Lees meer
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Episode 32A - Do nutrition needs of female athletes change across the menstrual cycle? | A/Prof. Clare Minahan
2 maart 2022 · 1 uur 15 min
Clare Minahan from Griffith University is a world expert in female athlete physiology, including influence of the menstrual cycle and contraceptive use. She joins us to discuss a topic with so many myths and misconceptions - should female athletes adjust their nutrition according to the phase of their menstrual cycle? Lees meer
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Episode 31B - How are nutritional needs of young athletes different to adults? | Danielle Stefano
23 februari 2022 · 1 uur 11 min
Triathlon coach Danielle Stefano from Elotik Pro Triathlon works with high school triathletes, elite juniors, and Olympic and Paralympic athletes. She discusses the similarities and differences between these groups, and how she sees the nutritional needs and concerns of younger athletes through the lens of a coach who works across the spectrum. Lees meer
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Episode 31A - How are nutritional needs of young athletes different to adults? | Prof. Ben Desbrow
16 februari 2022 · 1 uur 32 min
Prof. Ben Desbrow (Griffith University) joins us to discuss how the nutitional needs of younger athletes are different to adults, and the practical, social and ethical considerations with this age group. A must-listen for parents, coaches or support staff of young runners, cyclists & triathletes. Lees meer
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Episode 30B - How can my training data help my nutrition? | Dr Stephen Lane
9 februari 2022 · 1 uur 23 min
Cyclist, sports scientist, and cycling coach Dr Stephen Lane from HPTek joins us to discuss the use or misuse of training data to provide insights into nutrition practices, including what data to use and when, and when you can go by feel.
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Episode 30A - How can my training data help my nutrition? | Dr Trent Stellingwerff
2 februari 2022 · 1 uur 15 min
Dr Trent Stellingwerff (Director of Innovation & Research, Canadian Sport Institute Pacific) joins us to discuss the nuances of collecting and interpreting training data, how it could be used to inform your nutrition, and we finish with some practical examples. Lees meer
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Episode 29B - How do I balance eating for training quality and body fat loss? | Neil van der Ploeg
26 januari 2022 · 1 uur 20 min
Cyclist Neil van der Ploeg joins us to explain how he balanced training load & body fat loss in the lead up to key races. Neil's career included multiple National Road Series stage wins, the 2017 Grafton to Inverell Cycle Classic, a podium at the 2015 Road Nationals & several appearances on the UniSA National Team at the Tour Down Under. Lees meer
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Episode 29A - How do I balance eating for training quality and body fat loss?
19 januari 2022 · 1 uur 3 min
We're back for 2022, answering probably the most common question we've ever been asked. An in-house episode, Steph & Alan will describe how they tackle this conundrum & assist athletes to meet their body composition goals without compromising their health or training performance. Lees meer
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Episode 28B - How can my nutrition help to keep me cool? | Sinead Diver
19 december 2021 · 55 min
With Christmas upon us, we're releasing our final podcast for 2021 a few days early. Olympic marathoner Sinead Diver joins us to give a behind-the-scenes look at how the team prepared for the heat of Tokyo 2020, and her pesonal experiences trying out pre-race hyperhydration with glycerol and sodium, pre-cooling with slushies, and altering perception of temperature with menthol. Lees meer
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Episode 28A - How can my nutrition help to keep me cool? | Dr Meg Ross
15 december 2021 · 1 uur 37 min
We're joined by Dr Meg Ross, a sports scientist who worked with the Australian Institute of Sport Nutrition team and Australian Catholic Univesity for over a decade, running research studies to prepare athletes for hot Olympic Games. We discuss her PhD work on pre-cooling with ice slushies prior to the 2008 Beijing Games, and more recent work on pre-exercise hyperhydration with sodium and glycerol, and the use of menthol to alter the perception of temperature in the lead-up to the Tokyo Games. We cover the practical aspects, and how these strategies could be implemented by runners, cyclists & triathletes of all levels. Lees meer
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Episode 27 - I‘m over gels and bars - what else is there? | Dr Gemma Sampson
8 december 2021 · 1 uur 26 min
A sports dietitian working with both professional and recreational cyclists and triathletes, Dr Gemma Sampson joins us to discuss the commercial and DIY alternatives to energy gels and bars. A passionate cook, Gemma spends a lot of time experimenting with DIY training snacks - she'll give us the run down on what makes a good choice for your next session. Lees meer
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Episode 26 - 1st Birthday Special - Year in Review
1 december 2021 · 1 uur 40 min
It's the 1st birthday of the podcast, and to celebrate we're summarising all of the 24 previous topics in one jam-packed episode! From "Is low carb right for me?", to "Why do I get gut issues during exercise?", and "Can I have a beer after my hard training session?", we'll provide 2-3 minute summaries of each of them to bring you up to speed on any you've missed. Lees meer
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Episode 25 - Nutrition for Breaking2 | Prof. Andy Jones
24 november 2021 · 1 uur 38 min
It's our 50th episode with a very special guest and a very special topic. Prof. Andy Jones (University of Exeter) joins us to discuss his role with the Nike Breaking2 Project back in 2017. We discuss Andy's role in athlete testing and selection, supporting Eliud Kipchoge, Lelisa Desisa and Zersenay Tadese, how he predicted their running times, the nutrition planning, and how it unfolded on the day. Lees meer
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Episode 24C - Can I under-fuel my training? | Sophie Mackay
17 november 2021 · 59 min
A former cyclist in the National Road Series with Specialized Women's Racing, Sophie Mackay shares not only her experience of under-fuelling and the impacts on health & performance, but the remarkable turnaround which culminated in the highlight of her racing career. Lees meer
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Episode 24B - Can I under-fuel my training? | Kate Perry
10 november 2021 · 1 uur 12 min
A regular in Australia's National Road Series and now High Performance Manager for Knights x LMLY Racing, cyclist Kate Perry shares her journey with low energy availability and the consequences that can occur when under-fuelling for your training load. Lees meer
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Episode 24A - Can I under-fuel my training? | Margot Rogers
3 november 2021 · 1 uur 22 min
We're joined by Margot, an Accredited Sports Dietitian who is just finishing up her PhD research with the University of Canberra & the Australian Institute of Sport, looking at the consequences of under-fuelling in elite athletes. We discuss how to define adequate fuelling for training, what happens if you under-fuel, how do you know if you're eating enough, and what to do about it if you're not. Lees meer
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Episode 23B - Does leaner = Faster? | Izzi Batt-Doyle
27 oktober 2021 · 1 uur 21 min
Following her Olympic debut in the 5000m at Tokyo, Izzi Batt-Doyle joins us to discuss how she has managed the relationship between body composition and performance throughout her career and the challenges along the way, from domestic racing in Australia to the US Collegiate system, and now as an elite athlete. Lees meer
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Episode 23A - Does leaner = Faster? | A/Prof. Gary Slater
20 oktober 2021 · 1 uur 15 min
We're joined by Associate Professor Gary Slater (University of the Sunshine Coast & National Performance Nutrition Network Lead, Australian Institute of Sport). Gary has significant expertise and research interest in body composition for athletes. We discuss whether leaner = faster running or riding, considerations for athletes of all levels and body compositions, as well as his experience organising and providing nutrition services for the Australian team village at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. Lees meer
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Episode 22B - Is plant-based better? | Catriona Bisset
13 oktober 2021 · 1 uur 5 min
Olympian and Australian national record holder in the women's 800m, Catriona Bisset joins us to discuss her approach to aligning a vegan diet with her goals as an athlete. Full of personal experience, tips & tricks for anyone who is or wants to switch to predominately plant-based eating. Lees meer
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Episode 22A - Is plant-based better? | A/Prof. Greg Cox
6 oktober 2021 · 1 uur 26 min
A/Prof at Bond University, Nutrition Lead for Triathlon Australia and vegetarian himself, Greg joins us to share his thoughts on plant-based and vegan diets for runners, cyclists & triathletes, whether they are adequate (or superior) for performance & recovery, and key considerations for those thinking of eliminating some or all animal-based foods. Lees meer
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Episode 21B - What are FODMAPs and why is it relevant to exercise? | Scotty Hawker
29 september 2021 · 1 uur 18 min
Fresh off 2nd place at the CCC event at Ultra Trail Mont Blanc, ultrarunner and running coach Scotty Hawker joins us to discuss his past battles with gut issues, the role of FODMAPs in these, the careful elimination and reintroduction of FODMAP containing foods to find the source of the problem, and how he manages this today. Lees meer
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Episode 21A - What are FODMAPs and why is it relevant to exercise? | Steph Gaskell
22 september 2021 · 1 uur 20 min
Steph takes the lead on this one given her expertise in FODMAPs, explaining what they are, why they're relevant to exercise, when and how to eat a low FODMAP diet, and who might benefit.
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Episode 20B - Do I need to stop drinking coffee to get the benefits of caffeine? | Alistair Donohoe
8 september 2021 · 1 uur 9 min
Alistair Donohoe joined us from his hotel in Izu as he prepared to race on the velodrome & the road at the Tokyo Paralympics. An avid coffee lover, Al discusses how he plans caffeine around training & competition, and his thoughts on withdrawal and re-introduction of caffeine on race day. Lees meer
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Episode 20A - Do I need to stop drinking coffee to get the benefits of caffeine? | Dr Chris Irwin
1 september 2021 · 1 uur 7 min
Dr Chris Irwin (Griffith University) joins us to answer a question that has many coffee lovers sweating on the answer. A sports dietitian and researcher who has studied caffeine withdrawal and re-introduction, Chris discusses whether there's a benefit from caffeine abstinence in the lead up to key races. Lees meer
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Episode 19B - Do I need more protein? | David Bryant
25 augustus 2021 · 1 uur 5 min
With the Paralympics kicking off this week we're joined by a member of the Aussie team, triathlete David Bryant, to discuss how he plans his protein across the day in training. A sports dietitian himself when he's not training & racing, Dave also shares the tips and tricks he uses with the athletes he works with. Lees meer
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Episode 19A - Do I need more protein? | A/Prof. Dan Moore
18 augustus 2021 · 1 uur 25 min
We're joined by A/Prof. Dan Moore (University of Toronto), who's done many of the existing studies relating specifically to protein and endurance exercise. In this episode he'll discuss the unique features of endurance sports that might be relevant to having increased protein needs, where the science is at currently, and what he recommends runners, cyclists & triathletes need in terms of protein intake. Lees meer
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Episode 18B - What’s hyponatraemia and should I be worried? | Dr Alice McNamara
11 augustus 2021 · 1 uur 20 min
We're joined by Dr Alice McNamara, a trail and vertical runner, former elite rower, and also a medical doctor working at trail races across country Victoria. Alice shares her experiences with hyponatraemia as a race doctor, as well as other insights for athletes and race directors on all things medical support. Lees meer
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Episode 18A - What’s hyponatraemia and should I be worried? | Dr Alan McCubbin
4 augustus 2021 · 1 uur 1 min
Alan shares his knowledge on exercise-associated hyponatraemia, the role of water vs sodium, is drinking to thirst all that's needed, and how else can we prevent this potentially dangerous condition?
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Episode 17A - What’s the deal with cannabidiol (CBD)? | Dr Danielle McCartney
28 juli 2021 · 1 uur 24 min
We're joined by Dr Danielle McCartney, an Accredited Sports Dietitian & researcher at The Lambert Initiative for Cannabinoid Therapeutics. Danielle provides a fascinating overview of CBD use for sport. What are the potential uses? Is it safe, legal, how do you buy it, and is the hype justified? Lees meer
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Episode 16B - How should my nutrition change when I’m injured? | Cate Gifford
21 juli 2021 · 50 min
We're joined by middle-distance runner, sports scientist & osteopathy student Cate Gifford. Cate gives us an insight into her recent injury & subsequent surgery, and how living with a sports dietitian has changed her approach to nutrition and injury rehab. Lees meer
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Episode 16A - How should my nutrition change when I’m injured? | Dr Rebekah Alcock
15 juli 2021 · 1 uur 4 min
We chat to Dr Rebekah Alcock, an Accredited Sports Dietitian who completed her PhD in the area of nutrition support for tendon and ligament health. We discuss the key nutrition considerations for runners, cyclists and triathletes affected by injury, the recent hype around bone broth, gelatin and collagen to support rehab, and other factors that are often overlooked. Lees meer
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Episode 15B - How do I prepare for a self-sufficient, multi-stage event? | Jodie Moss
7 juli 2021 · 1 uur 35 min
A sports scientist & nutritionist by training, but also a Marathon des Sables competitor in 2019, Jodie gives an insight into her own event preparation when it comes to nutrition, and tips and hints she picked up along the way.