Triathlon Nutrition Academy (Taryn Richardson)

Carbohydrates and Fats are the body’s main source of energy in endurance sports and getting them right can make or break your race day. 

That’s why I invited Sam Shepherd, a researcher and fellow nutrition enthusiast, onto the TNA podcast to discuss the science of energy production and how you can use it to perform at your best.  There’s a lot to talk about here so we’re breaking the conversation into two episodes. This week we’re focusing on carbohydrates, and next week we’ll dive into fats. 

Sam begins by sharing studies on the oxidation of carbohydrate and fat during endurance events. They’ve show that carbohydrates are the body’s main source of fuel early on but, after about two hours, fats take the lead. Knowing this can help us make better fuelling choices, but like all things sport nutrition there are a lot more factors to consider.

• Your fitness level, training status, and environmental conditions (like altitude or temperature), all affect your body's use of carbs and fats during exercise. 

• The intensity of your exercise can also make a big difference, with higher intensities require more carbohydrates and prolonged moderate intensities relying on fats. 

• You also need to consider your typical diet. People who eat more fats, will burn more fats and people who have a carbohydrate rich diet, will favour carbohydrates during exercise. 

• Even your sex can influence these dynamics, with women generally utilising more fat as a fuel compared to men at similar intensities.

So how do you find out your fuel oxidation rates? The most precise method is physiological profiling through lab tests. However, these tests are costly and complex, so they’re not accessible for most people. Thankfully, using these general principles to guide your nutrition strategies can still make a huge difference. 

We then discussed the ever popular low-carb, high-fat (LCHF) diet. While this diet can enhance your fat burning ability, it often compromises your capacity for high-intensity workouts. Whether or not to adopt such a dietary approach largely depends on your lifestyle, support system, and training goals. Personally, I've found few athletes who can maintain and benefit from an LCHF lifestyle long-term. It often disrupts life's social and practical aspects, becoming unsustainable despite its potential performance merits.

Think you're ready to optimise your energy strategy and leave your competition in the dust? Hold on, there’s more to uncover! Sam will be back for part two, where we’ll dive into fat oxidation and give you practical strategies to fuel for victory. Until then, keep fuelling right, training hard, and racing your best!

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Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

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While the swim is the shortest component of a triathlon, it can be the make or break of your race. Whether you are a natural swimmer or feel like you’re swimming in a washing machine, we can all benefit from improving our technique.

Joining me on the podcast today is ex-national swimmer turned swim coach, Brenton Ford. Brenton started Effortless Swimming in 2009 to help everyday athletes like you and me become faster, more efficient swimmers.  

In this episode we discuss:

• The biggest mistakes triathletes makes when it comes to swim technique (and how to fix them)
• Brenton’s top tips to improve your swimming in the least amount of time
• When in a session is the best time to practice your drills 
• How many swim training sessions you need to do in a week to become a better swimmer. Hint - more does not equal better!
• His favourite pool toys to improve your technique 
• If there is any strategy to the types of swimming sessions you should be doing, depending on the distance you’re racing
• And the most important question - Do triathletes need to learn how to tumble turn?    

LINKS:

Check out Effortless swimming and Brenton’s online membership options here: www.effortlessswimming.com

To splash some cash and get Brenton’s fave pool tools:

DMC Elite II Tri Fins: www.dmcfins.com.au Approx $99 AUD

Eney Buoy 2 Pull Buoy: www.eneybuoy.com 

Note: Simply buying these swim tools will not instantly make you a better swimmer. You’ll need to put in the laps at the pool too ;)

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Here’s the truth about triathlon race nutrition…

Failing to plan is planning to fail. So many triathletes completely wing it when it comes to race nutrition. They’re not prepared at all or it’s way too late. They haven’t practised and rehearsed and that can end badly on race day. You spend months training in preparation for the big day - why would you leave something like race day nutrition to chance?

If you want to be successful on race day, whatever that looks like for you - you need to start preparing early. When do you start planning? That will depend on the distance you’re racing.

Tune in for my dietitian approved tips to get organised with your race nutrition plan depending on the next event you’re preparing for. We know that athletes with a plan perform better than those that don’t.

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Today's episode is one of our listeners favourites back when we first started The Triathlon Nutrition Podcast back in August 2021! This is all about the mistakes I commonly see clients make with their nutrition. Over the last 13+ years of practice, I’ve seen it all! But there is definitely common themes in what triathletes tend to do BEFORE they’ve had evidence-based sports nutrition advice (from someone that knows the ins and outs of the sport). 

They are:

1. Eating the same thing each day
2. Doing a poor job of recovery
3. Under-fuelling hard/long sessions
4. Don’t have a race plan
5. Get their nutrition advice from the wrong places

Listen in as I walk you through each of these mistakes and how to avoid them! 

If any of these mistakes resonated with you - don't stress! They're an easy fix with the right advice and some guidance on specific strategies FOR YOU! You’ll feel so much better for it and will finally start performing to your true potential.

To check how well you’re doing with your nutrition – download my FREE 50 point checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery here: www.dietitianapproved.com/checklist

If you’re ready to start nailing your nutrition, come join me inside the Triathlon Nutrition Academy! 

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Training availability is an important consideration for every high-performance endurance athlete. Illness or injury can leave you unable to train properly and set your goals back weeks or even months. Fellow sports dietician Dane Baker joins me today to share practical tips for improving our immune system and overall training availability.

Training availability refers to an athlete's ability to consistently train or be available to play. Injury and illness are the main factors that can disrupt training availability, and setback an athlete's goals. While we can take steps to reduce the risk of illness and injury, it’s impossible to completely stop them from occurring. This is why Dane prefers a focus on immune tolerance over immune resistance. By building a robust immune system, athletes are better equipped to tolerate illness and reduce its impact on training. 

If you’re looking for ways to build a stronger immune system, Dane recommends focusing on these key factors:

Nutrition
Good nutrition plays a vital role in supporting the immune system and minimising the impact of illness on training availability.  We touch on some key nutrients in this research, like zinc and vitamin C that bind to the pathogen which may reduce inflammation and help you tolerate the illness better. Similarly, there's some pretty good research to show that probiotics can decrease incidences and shorten the effects of illness. However, it’s important to remember that you don’t need to rely on supplements.  Consuming a proper diet provides more than enough of these essential nutrients.

Rest and Recovery
Adequate rest is essential when an athlete falls ill. Rushing back into training can lead to further setbacks. Gradually increasing the training load under proper guidance can help athletes regain strength while minimising the risk of reoccurring illnesses. Remember to focus on quality instead of quantity when resuming training. 

Getting Good Sleep
Adequate sleep and recovery are vital for maintaining a robust immune system. Lack of sleep or poor sleep quality can weaken the immune system, making athletes more susceptible to illness and increasing the likelihood of training disruptions due to illness or injury.

Travel Considerations
Travelling for races or competitions exposes athletes to an increased risk of illness. We touch on a few strategies that can keep you safer: 

1. Minimise exposure: Wash hands frequently, avoid touching frequently touched surfaces, and consider wearing a mask in crowded areas.
2. Plan strategically: After a demanding race or competition, a lot of athletes just want to be at home in their own bed, but we need to prioritise recovery. Taking a rest day and allowing for proper recovery before returning home can help prevent illness.
3. Post-race nutrition: Pay attention to nutrition even after crossing the finish line. The post-race period is a critical time when immune systems can be compromised. Make sure you’re still getting those nutrients that support your immune system (like Probiotics and Vitamin C), during and after travel. 

Training availability is a key contributor to improved performance for athletes in all sports. Dane Baker shares what you need to know to understand this concept, monitor its impact, and address the key factors that affect it.  By prioritising big rocks like nutrition, sleep, stress management, and proper recovery, athletes can improve their immune system's tolerance, reduce illness incidence, and unlock their full potential! 

LINKS:

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

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Joining me for this episode is Christine Yu, author of new(ish) book: Up To Speed – The Ground-Breaking Science of Women Athletes. A must read for any active female!

I learnt so much from the book, if you haven’t read it yet, go and grab yourself a copy!

Get the book on Amazon 

LINKS

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

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In a world obsessed with youth in sports, there's a quiet revolution happening among athletes in their 50s, 60s, 70s, and beyond. These masters of endurance aren't just participating – they're demolishing expectations and rewriting the rules of athletic performance. It’s fantastic to see, and gives me hope for my future as an ageing athlete. 

That makes me sound old when in reality, I’m only just reaching my 40th year. I still feel like I can train in a similar way to what I did in my 20s - going hard with limited recovery. Though, perhaps that isn’t the smartest way to train as I age.

When I recently sat down with Joe Friel, the author behind 'Fast After 50', he revealed insights so powerful they're transforming how we think about aging in endurance sports. What he shared isn't just another training theory – it's a blueprint for athletic longevity that's backed by decades of coaching elite masters athletes. 

What follows isn't just advice – it's a complete shift in how we approach athletic performance after 40. It has made me rethink my entire approach to training and actually highlights how much rest plays a role. I especially like the sound of that, with three young children I’m currently running around after. More rest sounds very good to me.

While anticipation builds for Joe's updated "Fast After 50," the principles in his current work remain foundational. The key insight isn't just about training adaptation – it's about embracing the sophisticated interplay between experience, wisdom, and physical capability that defines masters athletes.

Joe made it clear through our conversation that your age isn't merely a number – it's a competitive advantage. As an older athlete you already have not just the wisdom to train intelligently, but the experience to execute with precision. The future for you as a masters athlete isn't about defying age – it's about defining it on your own terms and training for the life you want to live.

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

HRV4 Training

Fast After 50 - Book

Joel's Website

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Join the Triathlon Nutrition Academy: www.dietitianapproved.com/academy 

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Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

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It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

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Who doesn’t love a bargain?!

As we hurtle towards one of the most expensive times of the year, I‘ve got some cool food apps to help save you time and money.

If there are any other apps that you love and use, let me know about them in the Dietitian Approved Crew Facebook Group

LINKS:

Here are the apps I talked about it todays episode:

Eat Club: eatclub.com.au

Super Cook: www.supercook.com

Frugl: www.frugl.com.au

Half Price App: Apple Android

Happy Cow: www.happycow.net

Shopback: https://app.shopback.com/cD1uTFKEZub

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Today I’m chatting with Jo Hurley, mum of 4, Award-Winning Businesswoman and determined triathlete, who started her triathlon journey completely winging her nutrition. 

You wouldn't show up to a race without training. You wouldn't tackle an Ironman without a pacing strategy. So why are you still winging it with your nutrition? 

I see it so often - talented triathletes meticulously tracking every training metric while completely guessing their way through fuelling. They take supplements they think they need and fuel their bodies based on nutrition plans that haven't been developed for their specific bodies.

After decades of working hard and smart in business, Jo found herself in early retirement with the schedule most triathletes dream of - the ability to train like a pro. But even with a solid commitment to training and a rock strong mindset, a major piece of the puzzle was missing: The right nutrition plan.

Jo shares why her haphazard approach to fuelling was detrimental to her training and her longevity goals and how joining the Triathlon Nutrition Academy (TNA) to learn about proper fuelling has taken her to the next level in training, recovery and performance.

A solid nutrition plan to fuel your body

As a highly successful accountant in the self managed super fund industry, Jo knew the importance of strategic planning in business. But when it came to fuelling her triathlon journey, she had no idea what she was doing. Despite her natural athleticism, her quarterly DEXA scans were showing an increase in visceral fat levels, courtesy of a high fat, low-carb diet that simply wasn't serving her training needs.

Like many triathletes I work with, Jo discovered that copying nutrition advice from others – particularly male training partners – was a fast track to underperformance. What worked for the 90kg male smashing his ironman training simply wasn't right for her body and her goals. 

Underfuelling and lack of recovery

Joining TNA marked a pivotal shift in Jo's approach. Her biggest breakthrough? Understanding that under-fuelling wasn't just affecting her performance – it was impacting her health. The right nutrition strategy isn't about restriction; it's about strategic fuelling for both training demands and overall wellbeing.

Reflecting back on the early days of her triathlon journey and the mistakes she made with her fuelling and recovery, Jo is a huge advocate for building a nutrition strategy as early in your triathlon journey as possible. 

Now, armed with the knowledge she has gained in just phase one of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy program, Jo is throwing herself into local and international events with newfound confidence and energy. 

She just completed  Geelong 70.3 and has one of the fullest race calendars I’ve ever seen. With her strategic nutrition plan in place and the incredible support from the TNA community, I can’t wait to see where Jo’s triathlon journey takes her.

LINKS:

Jo Hurley Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johurley_/

Download the FREE 5-part audio series The 5 Biggest Nutrition Mistakes Costing You Time on Race Day https://www.dietitianapproved.com/mistakes

Join the Triathlon Nutrition Academy: www.dietitianapproved.com/academy 

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Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

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How can you know if your nutrition sucks?

Well, bad nutrition can cause big issues in all areas of your body, so there are plenty of warning signs, but they’re easy to miss if you don’t know what to look for. Today I want to share nine critical signs that your nutrition needs immediate attention

1.You Need a Nap During the Day

For me, the biggest red flag here is when someone constantly needs to nap or if they’re falling asleep on the couch. If your body isn’t receiving the fuel or nutrition it needs, it will try to keep things balanced by forcing you to rest more. When naps aren’t possible, you’ll likely start craving caffeine or sugar to get a quick energy boost.  Evaluate your overall diet to ensure you’re getting enough nutrients and calories to support your energy needs without the need for extra naps.

2. You Have Gut Issues

Nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, gas, and other gastrointestinal problems are indicators that something is off with your nutrition. As a triathlete, exercise puts stress on your gut, making proper nutrition even more essential.

I see way too many people with major gut issues, who have convinced themselves it’s normal or nothing can be done, but this isn’t true! Consult a professional to tweak your diet and relieve these uncomfortable symptoms.

3. You Get Annoying Niggly Injuries

Adequate nutrition is essential for recovery and injury prevention. So, if you’re constantly dealing with soft tissue or tendon issues, it’s a sign your nutrition could be lacking. Focus on integrating balanced meals rich in essential nutrients to promote tissue repair and reduce injuries.

4. You Have a Pantry Full of Supplements

Having a cabinet full of vitamins and supplements is not a good sign. Not only is it an unnecessary financial cost, but it also shows that you aren’t informed and in control of your nutrition.  Proper nutrition should come from a balanced diet rather than a multitude of supplements. If you need supplements, then make sure you have professional guidance.

5. You Don’t Know What’s in Your Sports Nutrition Products

Not knowing the specifics of your sports drinks or gels is dangerous. A lot of triathletes start using something because it’s popular or because their coach recommended it, but it might not work well for them. You need to understand what’s in a product, beyond just the calories or carbohydrates, so you can understand when to use it and why.

6. Your Hormones Are Out of Whack

If your body isn’t receiving proper fuelling and nutrition, it will start to struggle with maintaining basic functions like our hormones. For women, if your menstrual cycle is irregular, light, or absent, it’s a sign you need to make changes to your nutrition.  For men, low sex drive or testosterone levels indicate the same problem. This is a serious issue so reach out to a sports dietitian and get it sorted today.

7. You have an unhealthy relationship with food

If you have restrictive eating habits, binge eating episodes, or an unhealthy relationship with food, your nutrition needs a serious overhaul. Until you do, you won't be able to properly fuel your body for the high demands of triathlon training, so your performance and health will suffer.

If you’re struggling in this way, please get in touch with an eating disorder specialist. Fostering a healthy, balanced approach to food is essential for sustained athletic performance and well-being.

8. You Get Sick Often

If you often get sick or can’t shake off illnesses quickly, your immune system might be compromised due to poor nutrition. Similarly, if you fall into a sick hole post-event, that’s a major red flag. It’s not just your race nutrition plan or immediate recovery, everything you eat (or don’t eat) can have a big impact on your health.  So, prioritise a balanced diet rich in vitamins and minerals to boost your immunity and recovery.

9. You’re Not Organised with Your Nutrition

Flying by the seat of your pants when it comes to nutrition won’t cut it. If you’re not planning your meals and end up just grabbing whats convenient, your nutrition and performance will suffer.

You don’t need to be as organised as I am, but you do need a plan to stay on top of your nutrition game. If you aren’t sure where to start, reach out to me. I can teach you how to plan your meals and shopping trips to ensure you have balanced meals prepped.

If any of these signs resonate with you, it’s time to take action.

Don’t waste years trying to figure it out on your own or seeking free solutions that throw spaghetti at the wall. A sports dietitian can offer personalised, strategic advice suited to your unique needs. So, if you're ready to take your performance to the next level, join our Triathlon Nutrition Academy where I help athletes just like you fine-tune their nutrition strategies for peak performance.

LINKS:

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

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Today I’m joined by Christine Orlowicz, a dedicated age-group triathlete from Fort Myers, Florida, who’s been having an exceptional race season. Christine joined us late at night to share her journey, challenges, and success in mastering her nutrition plan, all while balancing a demanding career as a physician.

Originally a runner, Christine entered the world of triathlon almost three years ago, with her first race being in December 2021. She started incorporating swimming and biking into her training routine, and triathlon was a natural progression from there. One of the biggest things Christine loves about this sport is the community, which she’s found a lot more welcoming and supportive than for other sports she’s been a part of.

From the onset, Christine recognised the importance of proper nutrition in her triathlon journey. She joined the Triathlon Nutrition Academy well before hitting her first 70.3 race and this has paid off majorly.

While many athletes try to figure out nutrition through trial and error or ignore it altogether, Christine opted for a structured approach, seeking guidance and information to avoid race-day disasters. She compared it to seeking out a textbook for a medical condition: why struggle through incorrect methods when you can get information from a reliable source?

Christine recently participated in Ironman 70.3 Wisconsin, using the event as a preparatory race for her upcoming full Ironman. Despite the hilly terrain, she executed her nutrition plan flawlessly, resulting in her personal best run and confirming the effectiveness of her preparation. By carefully planning her nutrition intake even during the race, Christine avoided any gastrointestinal issues that could have ruined her run.

Key Takeaways from her Experience

1. Consistent Planning: Planning her meals and snacks in advance, Christine tweaked her intake based on training intensity and availability at race locations.
2. Practice and Repetition: She regularly practiced her carb-loading strategy, ensuring she was comfortable with the quantities and types of food she would consume.
3. Listening to Your Body: Christine continuously monitored her body's responses, refining her approach based on real-time feedback.

Now, as Christine looks to her first full Ironman, she remains committed to her tried-and-tested nutrition plan. In her final training weeks, she’ll be sticking to the exact products and timings she plans to use on race day, ensuring there are no surprises.

She’s also cautious about any deviations from her plan, knowing that the controlled environment and familiarity of products will be key to her success. With two long bike rides left before her big race, Christine is focused on perfecting every detail.

I’ll be cheering Christine on as she races in Ironman Florida, and I'm hoping to get her back on for a race report. In the meantime, remember that your nutrition can make or break your race day. Don’t wait to get it right – start now and set yourself up for long-term success.

LINKS:

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

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When it comes to sports nutrition products, there are a million products and there's always something new promising to boost performance, enhance recovery, or just make training that little bit easier. With the sheer volume of options, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. That’s why I’m sitting down with some Triathlon Nutrition Academy members, athletes just like you, and asking them about their favourite products.

To provide these insights, we are joined by Christine from Fort Myers, Florida, Tony Hampton from Fort Wayne, Indiana, and Steve Duquette from Ontario, Canada. Each has their preferences in sports nutrition, offering diverse perspectives to guide your choices.

Christine's Top Picks

Christine highlighted AMACX gels as her recent favourite for their liquid consistency and high sodium content, ideal for athletes who sweat heavily. She also praises Scratch Labs for hydration, which has proven gentle on her stomach during intense sessions and has a great range of flavours. Finally, Christine shares that she struggles with texture, and dislikes thick gels. For anyone with similar issues, she recommends Precision Fuel and Hydration Flow gels.

Steve's Key Insights

Steve shared how he transitioned from Hammer Gels, which he found too thick and difficult to digest, to Precision Fuel and Hydration gels, which are much gentler on his gut. He also appreciates Scratch Labs for its natural ingredients and flavour, particularly the lemon-lime variant. Steve encourages anyone experiencing discomfort with their current nutrition products, to not accept that and experiment to find something that suits you better. Every athlete’s digestion and tolerance vary, so it’s important to find what works for you personally.

Tony's Strategic Choices

Things are more complicated for Tony who is a diabetic and has an allergy to Stevia. He appreciates Precision Fuel and Hydration for their straightforward and simple ingredients. Additionally, he trains with Morton products, which are commonly available at Ironman races, so that his body is used to them if he needs them.

Actionable Tips

1. Know Your Preferences: Be it taste, consistency, or ingredients, it’s essential to enjoy your nutrition products. Why spend money on something you dislike when you can find effective, enjoyable options?
2. Understand Nutritional Content: Educate yourself on what’s inside each product, be it carbohydrates, sodium, or other ingredients, and match them with your event’s demands and your personal health goals.
3. Test in Race-Like Conditions: Validate your nutrition plan during high-intensity sessions to ensure reliable performance on race day. Consider factors like texture, packaging, and ease of consumption.
4. Sample Before Commit: Many companies offer variety packs allowing you to try different products without committing to a full-sized container. This can be a cost-effective way to discover new favourites.

Remember, each athlete's nutritional needs are unique, shaped by their physical demands, preferences, and goals. There is no universal "best" product, but by staying informed and open to experimentation, you can discover what truly works for you!

Products mentioned:

AMACX Gels: https://amacx.com/collections/energy-gels

Scratch Hydration: https://www.skratchlabs.com/collections/drinks

Gu Liquid Energy: https://www.guenergy.com.au/products/liquid-energy-gel

Precision Fuel and Hydration Flow Gel: https://www.precisionhydration.com/au/en/products/pf-300-flow-gel/

Precision Fuel and Hydration Mix: https://www.precisionhydration.com/au/en/products/ph-1500-electrolyte-drink-mix/

Precision Fuel and Hydration Chews: https://www.precisionhydration.com/au/en/products/pf-30-chew/

LINKS:

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

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Picture this: you're a dedicated triathlete, passionate about your sport and you’ve got a chronic condition that complicates every step of your training. 

My guest today is Tony Hampton and I’ll admit, he joined Triathlon Nutrition Academy (TNA) doubting whether I could help him at all. Spoiler alert - I did.

After navigating the complexities of Type 2 diabetes for over 25 years, Tony had tried everything to lose weight and get his blood sugar under control. He experimented with all sorts of diets and training regimens, but inevitably kept crashing when he hit the 2 hour mark.

Since working together in TNA, Tony’s results have been outstanding and in this conversation, we talk about his journey to weight loss, blood sugar control and what he’s learned about fuelling his body properly as a triathlete with type 2 diabetes. 

Don’t Be Scared of Carbohydrates

One of the most significant shifts in Tony’s nutrition strategy was his approach to carbohydrates. Previously, he adopted a low-carb diet out of fear it would spike his blood sugar levels—a common misconception for those managing diabetes. Thankfully, Tony has now learned to view carbs as a necessary component of his fuelling strategy, particularly for endurance events.

Where he once consumed a mere 60 grams of carbohydrates for an entire 70.3 event, he now comfortably takes in 60 carbs per hour during his races. This dramatic change is bolstered by his use of a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM), helping him monitor and understand his body's responses in real-time.

Rising to the Challenge with Community Support

Tony is a pretty stubborn guy - he’ll admit it himself. And knowing he was determined to continue racing for as long as possible, I set him a race day weight challenge. Tony reflects on his experience during the challenge, the incredible support he received from his TNA cohort and the incredible results he saw, particularly in the loss of visceral fat.

Advice for Fellow Diabetics in Endurance Sports

No challenge is insurmountable with the right tools and knowledge and Tony’s advice to fellow triathletes grappling with diabetes is simple: don’t shy away from carbs. Learning to fuel properly—with the understanding that elevated glucose levels during intense exertion may be part of an effective strategy—is key.

There isn’t a whole lot of information out there for diabetics who want to participate in endurance sports. So, for any athlete dealing with diabetes out there, Tony's message is clear: don’t be afraid to explore, adapt, and fuel your body for success. Your journey could inspire not only your next personal best but also provide a roadmap for others facing similar challenges.

LINKS:

Join the Triathlon Nutrition Academy: www.dietitianapproved.com/academy 

Support the TNA Podcast: https://www.dietitianapproved.com/legend

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

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As the official race nutrition products for Ironman events, Maurten gels have gained a lot of popularity among endurance athletes. But with two big options on the market, Gel 100 and Gel 160, it can be difficult to know what the right choice is for you. Today I’m breaking down the differences between the two, so you can fuel right and feel your best.

Nutrition Content: The biggest difference between Gel 100 and Gel 160 lies in their nutrition content. Gel 100 offers 20mg of sodium as well as 25 grams of carbohydrates, equating to 100 calories. On the other hand, Gel 160 contains 30mg of sodium and 40 grams of carbohydrates at 160 calories.

Overall, the Gel 160 is more energy dense, providing higher energy output per gel, but that doesn’t automatically make it the best choice. Your fuelling should be based on your individual needs and race day goals.

Caffeine Content: While Gel 100 is available in caffeinated versions, Gel 160 currently isn’t. This might change in the future, but it’s worth noting if caffeine forms part of your fuelling strategy.

Cost Considerations: Another important factor is the price of these gels, so I've crunched the numbers for you. Gel 100 comes in a box of 12 gels for $43 which works out as $3.60 per gel Gel 160 on the other hand comes in a box of 10 for $50, which ends up as $5 per gel. While Gel 100 is cheaper per packet, Gel 160 costs less for the amount of carbohydrate you’re getting.

Size and Storage: Gel 100 comes in a 40-gram packet, whereas Gel 160 comes in a larger 65-gram packet. It might seem like a small difference but, depending on how much space you have during a race, the smaller package could be considerably more practical.

It’s also important to remember that Maurten might not be the course provider forever, or they could change their formulations in a way that no longer suits you. Finding a product that works for you is great, but it’s important for athletes to have a deeper knowledge of their nutrition. That way, you can adjust your race nutrition plan to overcome any unforeseen challenges.

If you want to explore your nutrition strategy further consider joining our Triathlon Nutrition Academy program and I’ll help you get started! 

LINKS:

Podcast Episode 47: What Is A Hydrogel? Does It Improve Endurance Performance with Andy King

Support the TNA Podcast: https://www.dietitianapproved.com/legend

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

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Wondering how to fine-tune your nutrition for peak endurance performance?

I’ve got you covered. 

Today, I'll be sharing my top 10 "superfoods" that every endurance athlete should consider incorporating into their diet. I’m not talking about the typical marketing gimmick superfoods; I’m talking about nutrient-dense foods that genuinely enhance performance and overall health.

1. Berries are rich in antioxidants, in particular flavonoids, that help combat inflammation and oxidative stress from workouts. They’re also a great option for a low-carb, low-calorie snack that satisfies your sweet tooth. Berries are best when they’re fresh, locally grown, and in season, but frozen berries can provide a good variety all year round!
2. Eggs are an excellent source of high-quality protein and contain the amino acid leucine, which promotes muscle protein synthesis. They are also nutrient-dense, providing B vitamins, choline, selenium, vitamin A, iron, and phosphorus.  Remember to eat the whole egg, not just the whites, as the yolks contain most of the nutrients.
3. Quinoa is a protein-rich grain, packed with fibre and essential amino acids. It’s a great choice plant-based source of protein for vegetarian or vegan athletes. It’s also particularly beneficial for anyone balancing their carbohydrate and protein intake.
4. Legumes are nutrient powerhouses rich in protein and fibre. They are great for gut health and help in muscle repair and recovery. They can be added to salads, casseroles, and even spaghetti but, add them to your diet slowly to avoid gastrointestinal discomfort.
5. Nuts and Seeds offer a great mix of protein and healthy fats. Each type offers different benefits so try and include a variety in your diet. While they are calorie-dense, studies have shown we absorb fewer calories from nuts than previously believed, so don't hold back!
6. Mushrooms are an excellent source of B vitamins, antioxidants, and essential minerals. They’re also one of the few foods that can provide vitamin D, which they generate when exposed to UV light. Mushrooms offer so many benefits that I’m thinking of giving them their own episode in the future. In the meantime, make sure you add them to your diet wherever possible.
7. Beetroots are known for their high nitrate content, which enhances blood flow and oxygen delivery to muscles. While you'd need to eat a lot to see significant performance benefits, adding beetroots into your diet will support your overall cardiovascular health.
8. Extra Virgin Olive Oil is a great source of monosaturated fat, which we rarely get enough of. It also contains bioactive molecules that help reduce oxidative stress and inflammation. Recent studies even suggest that its anti-inflammatory properties can rival those of ibuprofen.
9. Deep-Sea Fatty Fish, like salmon, tuna, and mackerel, are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, essential for cardiovascular health, joint health, and overall brain function. Most people eat fish occasionally, but not enough to receive the full benefits.  Aim to include these in your diet two to three times a week.
10. Green Leafy Vegetables are nutrient-dense, rich in vitamins A, C, K, E, and essential minerals. These versatile vegetables are great for protecting against disease and promoting overall health. So, don’t just stick to spinach and kale; there are so many options here and eating a variety will bring maximum benefits!

Remember, nutrition is about variety and balance. No single food item will make you a better athlete overnight, but incorporating a diverse range of these nutrient-dense foods into your diet will set you up for long-term health and optimal performance in your triathlon training.  If you have any questions about incorporating these foods into your diet or want to discuss specific nutrition strategies, please feel free to reach out.

REFERENCES:

1. Richard C, Cristall L, Fleming E, Lewis ED, Ricupero M, Jacobs RL, Field CJ. Impact of Egg Consumption on Cardiovascular Risk Factors in Individuals with Type 2 Diabetes and at Risk for Developing Diabetes: A Systematic Review of Randomized Nutritional Intervention Studies. Can J Diabetes. 2017 Aug;41(4):453-463. doi: 10.1016/j.jcjd.2016.12.002. Epub 2017 Mar 27. PMID: 28359773.
2. Hess J et al. Impact of Agaricus bisporus Mushroom Consumption on Gut Health Markers in Healthy Adults. Nutrients. 2018 Oct 2;10(10). pii: E1402. doi: 10.3390/nu10101402. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6213353/

LINKS:

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

Instagram: @Dietitian.Approved  @triathlonnutritionacademy

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Jet lag can be a triathlete’s worst nightmare. We train for months to perform at our best but international travel leaves us feeling sluggish and out of sync on race day.

What if there was a way to outsmart jet lag and step off the plane feeling sharp and race-ready? It might sound too good to be true but it’s not. I’ve just recorded a masterclass about beating jet lag for my TNA athletes and I want to share some of those hot tips with you too!

So, what exactly is jet lag? It’s that horrible feeling you get when there's a mismatch between your body clock and the new time zone. It's a common issue when travelling overseas, particularly when crossing multiple time zones. Symptoms increase and adjustment times are longer the more time zones you cross. Living in Australia, where it often takes 24 hours on a plane to reach the other side of the world, we're well-acquainted with the feeling.

Some common symptoms of jet lag include:

• Poor sleep
• Fatigue
• Gut discomfort

When you're jet-lagged, your performance decreases, so we need to take precautions to limit its effect and give our body time to adjust to the new time zone before a race.  

Tips to Beat Jet Lag

Before Travel

1. Minimise Sleep Debt: Don't head to the airport with a significant sleep debt. Avoid late-night partying or sleep deprivation under the mistaken belief that you'll sleep better on the plane; this is often not the case.
2. Bank Sleep: Although you can't really "bank" sleep, try spending an extra 30 minutes in bed before your usual bedtime in the week leading up to your trip.
3. Practice Good Sleep Hygiene: Aim for 7-9 hours of good quality sleep each night. Make your sleep environment as conducive as possible – cool, dark, quiet, and comfortable.

During Travel

1. Travel Hygiene: Continue the heightened hygiene standards we've adopted since COVID-19. Wear a mask, frequently use hand sanitiser, and try not to touch your face.
2. Maintain Mobility: Get up and move around as often as you can. If possible, choose an aisle or exit row seat for easier access.

1. Comfort: Use a neck pillow, eye mask, and earplugs to make yourself as comfortable as possible to sleep.
2. Minimise Exposure to Blue Light: Avoid screens or use devices that emit a warm hue to limit blue light exposure, which can affect melatonin production.

1. Hydration: The air conditioning on planes can be very drying, so make sure to drink plenty of water.
2. Avoid Alcohol: Alcohol is one of the worst things you can consume while flying as it dehydrates you and disrupts sleep.

After Travel

1. Light Exposure and Exercise: Your adaptation plan should include timed light exposure and exercise depending on your destination’s time zone. This is crucial for resetting your body clock.
2. No Napping: Avoid the temptation to nap during the day after arrival as it can disrupt your sleep schedule. If you must nap, keep it short and earlier in the day.
3. Be careful with caffeine: It can be a useful tool to stay awake but should be used cautiously and not too close to bedtime.
4. Maintain Sleep Hygiene: Continue practising good sleep habits such as keeping your room dark and cool, and following a consistent bedtime routine.

1. Nutrition Synchronisation: Align your mealtimes with the destination’s time zone to help your gut’s internal clock adjust quickly.

 So, the next time you’re getting ready to travel, remember these tips to beat jet lag and maximise your race performance.

If you want more detailed tips and a personalised jet lag adaptation plan, consider joining our Triathlon Nutrition Academy program. Our final cohort for 2024 starts soon, and there’s no better time to get all the insights and strategies you'll need for peak performance.

LINKS:

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

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A proper understanding of protein intake is crucial for getting your best performance in endurance sports. For years we’ve had pretty clear guidelines for what works best but a recent study has come out with the potential to completely reshape what we thought we knew. That’s what we’re discussing in today’s episode of the TNA podcast. I’ll go into the study, the findings, and the practical applications for triathletes. 

Previously we believed that consuming more than 20 grams of protein in one sitting was redundant and that any excess would be wasted. Because of this nutrition guidelines were to spread protein intake evenly throughout the day which would optimise muscle protein synthesis. However, this new study challenges that foundational concept. 

What is the new research?
The study was a randomised control trial, widely considered the gold standard in research due to its controlled and double-blind setup. To achieve precise tracking, researchers gave cows isotope amino acid infusions which became incorporated into the milk proteins produced by those cows. Athletes were given different amounts of this traceable milk protein, allowing researchers to trace how amino acids moved through their bodies post-consumption.

Remarkably, those who consumed 100 grams of protein had a 19% higher muscle protein synthesis rate over four hours and a 30% higher rate over 12 hours compared to the 25-gram group.  Only 15% of the excess protein was oxidised, while 85% was utilised effectively!

Practical Implications
So, if there is no threshold for protein should you focus on eating huge amounts of protein in your diet? No definitely not.

Balancing protein intake throughout the day is still practical, especially for recovery from multiple daily training sessions. Also, even if it would be beneficial to consume 100grams of protein it’s just not practical for most people to consume such large portions.  To put it in perspective a 100-gram protein intake equates to a 320-gram steak, a 350-gram chicken breast, 16 eggs, 850 grams of firm tofu or 1.2 kilos of high-protein Chobani yogurt.

So the takeaway here should not be to consume massive amounts of protein in one sitting but to understand that achieving your overall protein needs is more critical than evenly spacing every meal.

Listener Question
This week's listener question comes from Rob Stent, a 67-year-old triathlete from New Zealand. He asks what key points an older athlete should focus on in their nutritional strategy to support training and racing and to maintain good health so they can continue in the sport.  I’m not giving any specialised advice here, but in general, there are some big hitters triathletes of this age group should focus on.

1. Protein: As we age we become resistant to protein so it’s crucial for older athletes to meet their daily daily protein requirements and ensure effective recovery.
2. Energy Intake: Metabolic rate can decrease with age, requiring a focus on nutrient-rich, calorie-sufficient diets.
3. Calcium and Vitamin D: These nutrients are vital in combating osteoporosis. As you age, your calcium needs increase, and vitamin D synthesis decreases, making supplements or adjustments essential.

I’d love to know what you think about this new research and if it will change how you plan your protein intake. Join the discussion in the Dietitian Approved Crew Facebook group, and until next time, keep fueling smart and training hard!

REFERENCE:

The anabolic response to protein ingestion during recovery from exercise has no upper limit in magnitude and duration in vivo in humans.

Jorn Trommelen, Glenn A.A. van Lieshout, Jean Nyakayiru, Andrew M. Holwerda, Joey S.J. Smeets, Floris K. Hendriks, Janneau M.X. van Kranenburg, Antoine H. Zorenc, Joan M. Senden, Joy P.B. Goessens, Annemie P. Gijsen, Luc J.C. van Loon,

The anabolic response to protein ingestion during recovery from exercise has no upper limit in magnitude and duration in vivo in humans,

Cell Reports Medicine,
Volume 4, Issue 12,
2023,
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ISSN 2666-3791,
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.xcrm.2023.101324.

LINKS:

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

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Dietitian Approved acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, The Turrbal and Jagera peoples. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. 

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2023 - What a year! 

From Kona course records, comeback seasons, worlds qualifications, first Ironmans and massive PB’s, it’s been an action packed 12 months.

I love me a good year in review to stop and reflect on all the awesome things that have happened before we get smacked in the face by the quickly approaching year ahead.

So let’s rewind the clock on 2023 for a hot minute. Stop and celebrate our epic achievements - before we look ahead to 2024.

What have you achieved in the last 12 months that’s worth celebrating?

___________________

Triathlon Nutrition Academy DOORS OPEN JANUARY 15th 2024!

It’s the best triathlon nutrition education program in the world! Where science meets stamina. 

If you’re a triathlete looking  to level up their performance - head to:  www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

LINKS

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

Instagram: @Dietitian.Approved  @triathlonnutritionacademy

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The Triathlon Nutrition Academy is a podcast by Dietitian Approved. All rights reserved. www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Dietitian Approved acknowledges the Traditional custodians of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, The Turrbal and Jagera peoples. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

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The sports nutrition landscape is cluttered with self-proclaimed ‘health coaches’ and armchair experts. 

Anyone can start a podcast, write a blog or create a social media channel to disseminate information, making it an overwhelming and confusing space. My blood boils when I see well-meaning but misinformed nutrition advice delivered by someone with zero qualifications in nutrition.

In this episode, I'll take you through my personal journey of education. Over the last 20 years I’ve invested a lot of time and money into my professional qualifications and experience. To me, it’s a no-brainer. 

• What I did to become qualified as a sports dietitian
• How much I invest annually just to uphold my qualifications
• How much I invest in my ongoing education every month  

Why do I do this? 

To ensure I can provide my athletes with a high level of expertise and up-to-date, evidence based nutrition advice. My superpower as an Advanced Sports Dietitian is translating the science into practical, easy to implement advice. Reading scientific papers is one thing, but knowing how to apply that knowledge to the food you put into your mouth is where the real magic happens. 

Learn from my journey and let's unpack the importance of investing in your nutrition education, so you don't have to wade through the overwhelming sea of misinformation. 

Fast track your knowledge and skills inside the Triathlon Nutrition Academy program. Without having to outlay such a huge investment in time and money to get there yourself. 

DOORS OPEN JANUARY 15th 2024!

It’s the best triathlon nutrition education program in the world! Where triathletes go to level up their performance www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

LINKS

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

 Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

Instagram: @Dietitian.Approved  @triathlonnutritionacademy

Facebook: www.facebook.com/DietitianApproved

The Triathlon Nutrition Academy is a podcast by Dietitian Approved. All rights reserved. www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Dietitian Approved acknowledges the Traditional custodians of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, The Turrbal and Jagera peoples. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

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This triathlon season one of our Triathlon Nutrition Academy athletes, Leigh Yong has gone from strength to strength! She’s been smashing PB’s, standing on podiums and generally been on fire! 

So naturally, I asked her to come on the podcast and share her secrets to success.

After spending 3 years building towards her first Ironman in 2022 (thanks Covid), she decided to step back and focus on Sprint and Olympic Distance events. She has just completed 5 of the 6 races in the 2XU triathlon series in Victoria and managed 4th overall in her age group!

She’s switched from ‘completing’ to competing and shares with you her secret sauce!  

To give Leigh some love, follow her on the ‘gram @leighyong

LINKS

Doors to the Triathlon Nutrition Academy are sneakily open RIGHT NOW! Leigh joined the Triathlon Nutrition Academy program in September 2022 and has just had her most successful triathlon season ever as a result!

CLICK HERE TO GET THESE PERFORMANCE GAINS TOO! www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

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The Triathlon Nutrition Academy is a podcast by Dietitian Approved. All rights reserved. www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Dietitian Approved acknowledges the Traditional custodians of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, The Turrbal and Jagera peoples. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. 

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Are you the type of triathlete that struggles to find balance after a major event?

You’re good when you have a focus and a goal, but once it’s all over you have a hard time sticking to your training and nutrition. 

It’s common for triathletes to use training or races as a way to manage their body composition. We have this all or nothing approach - we can be ON or OFF - there’s no middle ground. 

But let me tell you, there is an easier way!

I’ve got 4 tips to help you find balance again after a big event. Without blowing out and gaining 10kg! 

1. Health is Wealth
2. It’s all about Balance
3. Manage your Portions
4. Shift your Training focus

Tune in for all of the details!

Remember, we’ve only got one body. It’s the single most important thing that will get you to the finish line.

If you need a little wakeup call, this is your kick in the butt to give your body the time, energy and investment it deserves. You have permission to invest in yourself.

Register for our online Triathlon Nutrition Training Camp! thetricamp.com

LINKS

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next Triathlon Nutrition Academy opening in July! www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

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Struggling to hit your training targets—even though you're doing all the "right" things?

Your gear is dialled in. You’re ticking off sessions and watching those green boxes stack up in TrainingPeaks. But deep down, you’re wrecked. Tired all the time. Sore for days. Motivation? Slipping fast.

Or maybe you're trying to shortcut your way to better performance with every new gel, bar and supplement on the market—still waiting for something to actually work.

Here’s the thing: most triathletes don’t have a clear, strategic nutrition plan. But once you start fuelling with purpose? Everything changes.

You train harder. You recover faster. And you finally start performing at the level you’re capable of.

In this episode, I’m breaking down five key signs your nutrition is holding you back—and exactly what to do about it. Let’s fix it.

LINKS:

Download the FREE 5-part audio series The 5 Biggest Nutrition Mistakes Costing You Time on Race Day https://www.dietitianapproved.com/mistakes

Join the Triathlon Nutrition Academy: www.dietitianapproved.com/academy 

Support the TNA Podcast: https://www.dietitianapproved.com/legend

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

Instagram: @Dietitian.Approved  @triathlonnutritionacademy

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Athletes that have a race nutrition plan, perform better than those that don‘t.

Over the next two episodes, I’m going to lift the curtain a little on two TNA athletes and their race nutrition plans for Sunshine Coast 70.3. And show you how different they can be for the exact same race. Consider it a little case study!

To kick us off for Part 1, Jason Currie shares his race nutrition plan that resulted in a 51-minute PB! It was the first time Jase has ever had a plan, developed as part of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy program. It’s perfect for Jase and what he needed.

When I work with a triathlete on their race nutrition, we develop a plan that’s customised specifically to them and their race. No two plans are ever the same. There is no one size fits all and there is certainly no generic. 

LINKS:

Join the waitlist for our next Triathlon Nutrition Academy opening: www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

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Dive into the world of swimming mastery with our expert, Brenton Ford from Effortless Swimming.

In this episode, Brenton spills the beans on common mistakes he sees triathletes make with their technique, and how you can avoid them to swim faster, easier and injury-free.

He gives some really practical strategies to enhance your shoulder mobility and range of motion before swimming, ensuring your elbow position is optimised, allowing you to glide through the water with precision. 

Brenton also shares the types of training environments that lead to swim success and specific cues that he's been using with his swimmers that have made a world of difference in their technique. 

Plus, learn the best and easiest way to film yourself swimming for easy, effective analysis to fine-tune your stroke.

Whether you're a seasoned swimmer or just dipping your toes into the water (pun intended!), this episode is a must listen!

LINKS

Download the Freestyle Technique Blueprint

Connect with Brenton:

Instagram

YouTube 

Podcast

Website

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

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Dietitian Approved acknowledges the Traditional custodians of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, The Turrbal and Jagera peoples. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

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Last week we had the honour of speaking to triathlon legend Michellie Jones about the importance of rest days and light training. 

This week we chat to Taren Gesell, Founder and CEO of MOTTIV all about training smarter and maximising your performance in less training time.

Two x Taryn’s on one podcast - I mean what could go wrong!

Taren shares his 4 pillars that are important for great training outcomes as a triathlete:

1. Training in the right intensity so you can adapt from the session
2. Balance - balancing training with life, but also ensuring your body is ready to absorb the training and maintaining health through the process
3. Strength training - a key pillar to any triathletes programming 
4. Nutrition - and using it to enhance training sessions

He’s a firm believer that more training hours does not equal better performance. 

You don’t have to train 20 hours a week, you just need to train smarter.

One of the key metrics he likes to use to ensure you’re absorbing training and have the balance right, rather than seeking diminishing returns is Heart Rate Variability (HRV). How do you track HRV? What information does it tell us?

Tune in to hear more!

LINKS:

Learn more about MOTTIV here

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our January 2024 opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy

www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

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Dietitian Approved acknowledges the Traditional custodians of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, The Turrbal and Jagera peoples. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

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As a sports dietitian specialising in triathlon, one of the key elements I focus on with my clients is hydration strategy. Hydration plays a critical role in performance, and understanding your sweat rate is key to optimising your fluid intake.

Recently I was lucky enough to sit down with Lindsey Hunt, a senior sports scientist at Precision Fuel and Hydration, to discuss his work in this area and the great new tool that came from it. With an impressive academic background and hands-on research in human thermoregulation, Lindsey's insights are invaluable for athletes looking to fine-tune their hydration strategies.

Lindsey's research primarily focused on whole-body sweat rate prediction in both indoor and outdoor running and cycling. This involved numerous exercise trials with a broad cohort of participants to gather a comprehensive understanding of sweat rates across different conditions.

The culmination of this research is the sweat rate calculator, a free tool that helps you tailor your hydration strategy to meet your unique needs and perform at your best!  It’s incredibly accurate, particularly indoors, where predictions were exceptionally close to actual measured sweat rates. Outdoors, the accuracy remained commendable, with predictions mostly within 400 millilitres per hour of actual measurements. 

So, once you get your numbers, what do you actually do with this information?

Well, the way you use your sweat rate data depends on the specific event and environmental conditions you’re facing. Consider a 10k run as an example. Depending on the location and temperature, you might need only a minimal amount of fluid replacement to maintain performance and health.

However, for endurance events like a half marathon or longer, it's essential to replenish a substantial portion of the fluids lost through sweat. As the duration, intensity, and heat increase, so does the percentage of fluid replacement that is necessary.

However, it's critical to remember that the sweat rate calculator isn't a fluid replacement guide. You'll want to combine this data with your understanding of electrolyte needs, particularly salt intake, to avoid potential issues like hyponatremia during long duration events.

Key Takeaways for Triathletes:

1. Know Your Sweat Rate: Before adjusting your fluid strategy, ensure you understand your sweat rate. This involves some trial and error during training sessions to find what works best for you.
2. Consider Event Duration and Environment: The longer and hotter the event, the more aggressive your fluid replacement strategy should be. Don't fall into a one-size-fits-all approach; tailor it to the event specifics.
3. Balance Fluid Intake with Your Needs: It’s not just about chugging water. Overhydration can be as detrimental as dehydration. Aim for a balanced intake that aligns with your calculated sweat rate.
4. Plan Ahead: Use training sessions to test and perfect your hydration strategy, so on race day, you know exactly what your body requires.

Understanding your body’s sweat rate and how to manage it can prevent dehydration, reduce the likelihood of cramping, and overall optimise performance during your races. Stay hydrated and race smart!

LINKS:

Access The Sweat Rate Calculator: https://sweatratecalculator.com/

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

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From awards, business grants, new team members, podcasting, Academy athlete awesomeness and launching from Byron Bay, we’ve had a cracking year!

In our final podcast episode for the year, I’m taking you behind the scenes at Dietitian Approved headquarters. It’s not my usual practical triathlon nutrition advice.

I lift the curtains on what we’ve been up to and give you some insight into what we've got planned for 2023 and beyond (after a break to reset!)

LINKS:

Doors to the Triathlon Nutrition Academy program will open up again in January. If you’re interested in joining us, pop your name on the waitlist for a special bonus now: dietitianapproved.com/academy

Grab your copy of our Festive Season Survival Guide: dietitianapproved.com/festive
Use code TNA to get $12 off!

Register for our online Triathlon Nutrition Training Camp: dietitianapproved.com/camp

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

Instagram: @Dietitian.Approved  @triathlonnutritionacademy

Facebook: www.facebook.com/DietitianApproved

The Triathlon Nutrition Academy is a podcast by Dietitian Approved

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Are you feeling tired and fatigued?

Of course you are - you’re a triathlete training for 3 sports in a week. Plus juggling the demands of work, family, and life. But you shouldn't be completely wiped all the time. Even if you’re training for a full distance/ironman event.

We often push ourselves to the limits, neglecting the importance of quality nutrition, sleep and recovery. Our bodies need time to repair and recharge. Without it, fatigue becomes our constant companion. And it’s not a badge of honour you should be proud to wear. 

Remember we only adapt from the sessions we recover from. So constantly smashing yourself is not going to make you a better triathlete. Recovery is just as important as training itself.

Nutrition also plays a pivotal role in our energy levels. Sometimes you don’t know how good you can feel, until you’ve got your nutrition sorted to support training. 

So how do you find more energy? 

Here are 6 practical strategies to help you find more energy and feel like a supercharged triathlete.

LINKS

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next Triathlon Nutrition Academy opening in July! www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

Instagram: @Dietitian.Approved  @triathlonnutritionacademy

Facebook: www.facebook.com/DietitianApproved

The Triathlon Nutrition Academy is a podcast by Dietitian Approved. All rights reserved. www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Dietitian Approved acknowledges the Traditional custodians of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, The Turrbal and Jagera peoples. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

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Our body and our health are one of THE MOST important things in life. Yet why don’t we prioritise it?

When we get stressed, busy and time-poor, nutrition is often the first ball that gets dropped.

As you know, I’m a big advocate for nutrition. It’s the difference between a good athlete and an excellent athlete. 

Your body is the number one thing that will get you to the finish line. Yes, you have to train to get there too, but I encourage you to RESPECT your body and your health more. Your body is your temple. When you’re retired, it’s what you’ve got left. Let’s not ruin it now.

Control the controllables – what you put in your mouth is controllable. Yet as triathletes, we get preoccupied with the latest gadgets and technology.

This is your kick in the butt to invest in your body + health. It’s the only one you’ve got 

*rant over *

DOORS OPEN SEPTEMBER 10th!

LINKS:

Register for the Triathlon Nutrition Training Camp
13-15th September www.dietitianapproved.com/camp

To save your seat at the Triathlon Workshop in Brisbane
Saturday, September 3rd, 1-4pm www.dietitianapproved.com/triathlonworkshop

Learn more about the Triathlon Nutrition Academy Program: dietitianapproved.com/academy

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

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The Triathlon Nutrition Academy is a podcast by Dietitian Approved 

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If you’ve ever had a break from training, there are a few key things you need to do with your nutrition on your return.

Maybe you’ve been sick or injured, gone on a triathlon free holiday (who even are you?!), you’ve taken a few weeks off after a key event or had something personal come up that’s been a handbrake on your training. 

Whatever the reason, this is an important time to prioritise your nutrition strategies. To ensure you’re putting in the right building blocks, at a time when your body is really receptive.

Listen in as I give you five nutrition tips to make the transition back into regular triathlon training a smooth and easy one.

LINKS:

Join the waitlist for our January Triathlon Nutrition Academy opening here: www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

Instagram: @Dietitian.Approved @triathlonnutritionacademy

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Not all gels are created equal! Some are definitely better than others but it also comes down to your personal preference on flavour, texture, cost and how gels fit into your overall race nutrition plan.

In this episode I talk you through triathlon nutrition gels:

• What to look for when buying gels
• Can they be mixed with water? And what does Isotonic mean?
• Do gels need to be consumed all at once?
• Why do gels upset some athletes stomachs? Plus two suggestions on how to fix this
• How much do you need during endurance events?
• Alternatives to gels all together!

Sports gels are a big minefield of information with new products coming on the market all the time. But I’m hoping this episode fast tracks your research when it comes to finding what’s best for you.

If you're looking for more real food options to have during exercise, check out our Fuel Your Adventure recipe book here | Fuel Your Adventure

LINKS:

Get a copy of our Fuel Your Adventure Book HERE

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

Join the Triathlon Nutrition Academy Program: dietitianapproved.com/academy

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Dietitian Approved acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, The Turrbal and Jagera peoples. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. 

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When we’re looking for recipes to eat well and perform at our best as a triathlete, there are a few key components we need to ensure are included. 

 The challenge is, often recipes online and in cook books are unbalanced and don’t tick all the right boxes for the active person. And it’s hard to see that with an untrained eye. 

They can also be complicated with too many steps, take too long to make, contain weird ingredients and end up not tasting any good. They’re a complete waste of time, money and sad for our palette. 

Triathlon recipes need to provide the right balance of macronutrients (carbohydrates, protein and fats) to fuel your training and recovery and meet your nutrient needs as well.

So how do you source recipes that tick all the right boxes for you? Tune in to find out!

And if you want all the hard work done for you, I’ve got you covered with my Dietitian Approved Recipe Database!

To get instant access to over 150 Sports Dietitian developed recipes to fuel the active body, head to dietitianapproved.com/recipedatabase

LINKS

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

 Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

Instagram: @Dietitian.Approved  @triathlonnutritionacademy

Facebook: www.facebook.com/DietitianApproved

The Triathlon Nutrition Academy is a podcast by Dietitian Approved. All rights reserved. www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Dietitian Approved acknowledges the Traditional custodians of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, The Turrbal and Jagera peoples. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

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Intermittent fasting has been around for most of human history, but has seen a peak in interest in the last couple of years. 

• What is intermittent fasting?
• Physiologically, what happens to the body when you fast?
• And should you dabble in intermittent fasting as an endurance athlete?

There is some excellent research in fasting and exercise performance so tune in for my recommendations on whether it is something you should or shouldn’t be doing as a triathlete. 

References

Aragon-Vargas LF. Effects of fasting on endurance exercise. Sports Med. 1993; 16:255–65

Aird TP, Davies RW, Carson BP. Effects of fasted vs fed-state exercise on performance and post-exercise metabolism: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Scand. J. Med. Sci. Sports. 2018; 28:1476–93.

LINKS

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

Instagram: @Dietitian.Approved  @triathlonnutritionacademy

Facebook: www.facebook.com/DietitianApproved

The Triathlon Nutrition Academy is a podcast by Dietitian Approved. All rights reserved. www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Dietitian Approved acknowledges the Traditional custodians of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, The Turrbal and Jagera peoples. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Here's one of our most popular episodes ever (from our archives) - 3 reasons why you aren’t losing weight, despite training the house down.

Are you frustrated you can’t seem to reach your body composition goals? You train more than most people but still have a little excess body fat to lose. Are you constantly trying to eat a little less to burn more fat and end up starving all the time? Or absolutely wrecked after training?

That is definitely no way to live 🙅🏻‍♀️

Listen in as I give you 3 reasons why leaning up seems elusive. It may not be as complicated as you think 😉

LINKS:

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

Join the Triathlon Nutrition Academy Program: www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

To work with me 1 on 1: www.dietitianapproved.com/services

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From boxer to triathlete. Michael Welsh or ‘Welshy’ takes you behind the scenes of his Sunshine Coast 70.3 Race Nutrition Plan. 

Michael’s main goal was to go fast and to focus on racing. For his third triathlon race of this distance, he didn’t want a complicated race plan where he was constantly chewing or having to remember what he was up to. 

As a result of getting a triathlon specific sports dietitian in his corner, he managed a 4:15 race, 15 minutes faster than what he was expecting!

LINKS:

Join the waitlist for our January Triathlon Nutrition Academy opening here: www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

Instagram: @Dietitian.Approved @triathlonnutritionacademy

Facebook: facebook.com/DietitianApproved

The Triathlon Nutrition Academy is a podcast by Dietitian Approved

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Have you ever felt like no matter how hard you work, and how much training you do, you aren’t getting the results your capable of achieving? 

I’m not surprised. 

You’re probably falling into the same trap I’ve seen so many triathletes fall into, ignoring their nutrition. 

While an excellent training plan is crucial for triathlon success, you’ll never be able to achieve your full potential if you’re overlooking the fourth leg – nutrition. 

So today I want to share some of the common nutritional pitfalls I’ve seen over my years of working with beginner triathletes, Kona winners, and everyone in between. 

Inadequate Fuelling: Many triathletes underfuel due to fear of carbohydrates or dieting backgrounds. This can lead to low energy availability and poor performance so important to fuel according to your training load and needs, not your fears! 

Poor Recovery Practices: Recovery isn’t just an afterthought. It’s a crucial component of your regiment, and your recovery nutrition plan should be just as thought-out as your training plan. Make sure you’ve got appropriate nutrition planned at both ends of your training sessions, or you wont be able to perform at your best. 

Over-Reliance on Supplements: Supplements should be just that – supplementary. Your focus should be eating a diet of whole foods with plenty of fruits and vegetables, not relying on flashy supplements and misleading marketing claims. 

Inadequate Hydration: Everyone’s sweat and hydration levels are different, so if you’re relying on generic advice to stay hydrated, you’re likely falling short. To perform at your best, tailor your plan to your body’s unique needs, and the factors of your environment (like heat and humidity). 

I've witnessed first-hand the transformative power that proper nutrition can have on triathletes. For instance, Steve Duquette achieved a 64-minute personal best at the Sunny Coast 70.3 after making targeted nutrition changes. Lynn, another athlete I’ve worked with, was able to reclaim her energy levels and qualify for worlds after simple diet changes. 

So if you're ready to refine your nutrition and elevate your performance, consider joining the Triathlon Nutrition Academy. Inside you’ll get personalised guidance, community support, and recipe databases to streamline your nutrition journey. 

Doors are open now but only for a short period, so don’t miss out!

LINKS:

Join the Triathlon Nutrition Academy: www.dietitianapproved.com/academy 

Support the TNA Podcast: https://www.dietitianapproved.com/legend

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

Instagram: @Dietitian.Approved  @triathlonnutritionacademy

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The Triathlon Nutrition Academy is a podcast by Dietitian Approved. All rights reserved. 

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It blows my mind how much money people spend on the wrong nutrition advice and supplements! Triathlon is an expensive sport as it is without flushing your money down the toilet on things you don’t need or that simply aren’t effective.

Joining me for this episode are two Triathlon Nutrition Academy athletes - Chris Tubbs and Kelly Estes. They both candidly share how much money they are SAVING each month since joining the TNA program. I was honestly blown away by the full extent of it! 

For both of them, they are saving more money than what the entire program costs!! Just insane!

So if you’re looking for some clarity around the right sports foods and supplements you should invest in, vs the ones you can save your money on, come and join us inside the Triathlon Nutrition Academy!

DOORS OPEN THIS WEEKEND!
>> www.dietitianapproved.com/academy <<

This is your last chance in 2023 to join the best triathlon nutrition program in the world! And as a side benefit to levelling up your nutrition, we can save you the cost of the program in a few short months! 

LINKS

Register for our online Triathlon Nutrition Training Camp! thetricamp.com

We start on Monday!

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

Instagram: @Dietitian.Approved  @triathlonnutritionacademy

Facebook: www.facebook.com/DietitianApproved

The Triathlon Nutrition Academy is a podcast by Dietitian Approved. All rights reserved. www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Dietitian Approved acknowledges the Traditional custodians of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, The Turrbal and Jagera peoples. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, we're diving headfirst into the sweet and sticky world of fueling strategies with a showdown you didn't know you needed – Nerd Clusters versus Maurten Gels. Which one will emerge victorious as your ultimate race ally? Whether you're a seasoned triathlete or just dipping your toes in the endurance waters, my take on this may get you looking at candy in an entirely different way.

You might wonder how I ended up comparing candy to scientifically formulated sports nutrition. Well, it all started with a wild Instagram reel of a doctor fueling their Ironman entirely with Nerd Clusters. As you'd expect, this sparked a heated debate in our Triathlon Nutrition Academy Power Hour, and voilà – here we are, dedicating an entire episode post to dissecting this quirky yet fascinating question.

Tune in to find out who is crowned the winner!

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Episode 47: https://www.dietitianapproved.com/47

Fuel Your Adventure Book: https://www.dietitianapproved.com/fuelyouradventure

LINKS:

Join the Triathlon Nutrition Academy: www.dietitianapproved.com/academy 

Support the TNA Podcast: https://www.dietitianapproved.com/legend

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

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The Sunshine Coast 70.3 race has always been an event to look forward to, but this year, it took on a special meaning as it became the first TNA event. We had people fly in from all over the world and they’re sitting down with me today for a post-race recap.

For this discussion I’m joined by Kelly (who made the journey from Idaho Falls, USA),  Steve (who travelled from a tiny town near Ontario, Canada),  Lyn (from Adelaide), and Mokka (from New South Wales). It was fantastic to finally meet in person those we had only seen virtually for years. Steve won the award for the furthest distance travelled, covering a whopping 14,912 kilometres!

It’s no secret that proper race preparation often involves spending a lot of time alone, maintaining optimal nutrition, and resting. However, our excitement to be together meant we were constantly socialising. While it wasn’t ideal for race prep, it was too enjoyable to resist. Stephen, for instance, had to remind himself to step away from the coffee shops and retreat to the cool of his hotel room occasionally.

Despite the not-so-ideal prep, we all made it to race day excited and raring to go. I was particularly inspired by how everyone embraced the challenges, especially the ocean swim, which was far rougher than expected.  Stephen found himself drifting off course due to the blinding sun, while Kelly struggled with motion sickness. But we all pushed through, with some friendly ribbing and camaraderie aiding our perseverance.

Everyone did fantastically in the end! Lisa achieved a massive 19-minute Personal Best (PB), Paul clocked an astonishing 15-minute PB, and his final time was 4:44:44 – an impressive feat! Stephen shaved over an hour from his previous best to finish in 5:57, a monumental achievement.

Our relay team also smashed it! Leanne took the swim leg, I took the bike, and Chris handled the run. Despite her tough pre-race build-up, Leanne clocked in at an impressive 2:55 for the bike, including a minor penalty for drafting. Chris nailed the run course in just about 2 hours, earning our team an unexpected trip to the podium!

Looking back, the race was an unforgettable experience filled with high spirits and personal triumphs.  Lyn was happy to share that her nutrition and hydration strategies paid off and she avoided the leg cramping that plagued previous races.  Speaking of hydration, we made significant strides with both Kelly, who normally struggles with frequent bathroom stops, and Stephen, who usually battles dehydration.

Next year’s Sunshine Coast 70.3 is set for September 14th, 2025, and we’re committed to returning with an even bigger team. If you’d like to join us, sign up to the TNA program, join our team, and experience the magic yourself. For now, keep training hard, stay healthy, and remember, nutrition is the key to unlocking your best race yet!

LINKS:

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

Instagram: @Dietitian.Approved  @triathlonnutritionacademy

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If you google triathlon meal plan, hundreds of results come up with generic, cookie cutter plans you can follow for free.

These are problematic for so many reasons!

Generic meal plans in no way take into consideration your individual requirements, your lifestyle, budget, or needs.

So what makes for a good triathlon meal plan?

There are a few key elements you need:

1. A foundation in whole foods
2. Variety
3. Periodisation to meet your training needs
4. Flexibility
5. Simplicity

Every body is different

Every training program is different

It’s easy to fuel your body to perform at its best with a little know how. Let me show you :)

LINKS:

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

Instagram: @Dietitian.Approved  @triathlonnutritionacademy

Facebook: www.facebook.com/DietitianApproved

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A hot topic in the endurance space at the moment and one I know you’re extremely interested in - Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM) and their use in sport. 

To help me dive into what we know so far and if they’re worth investing in is fellow Sports Dietitian Greg Cox aka Coxy. Co-author of newly published review paper: The Use of Continuous Glucose Monitors in Sport. We dive into:

• Why are we so interested in CGM in sport?
• How do CGMs work?
• What’s the difference between sports specific CGMs vs those available for diabetics?
• How to interpret the results and apply them in practice
• Factors that affect your fuel use and CGM data
• Coxy’s thoughts on using starches for fuelling
• Future research and directions for CGM

If you have one or have been thinking about buying one, listen to this episode first!

Reference

Bowler AM, Whitfield J, Marshall L, Coffey VG, Burke LM, Cox GR. The Use of Continuous Glucose Monitors in Sport: Possible Applications and Considerations. Int J Sport Nutr Exerc Metab. 2023 ;33(2):121-132. doi: 10.1123/ijsnem.2022-0139.

LINKS

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

Instagram: @Dietitian.Approved  @triathlonnutritionacademy

Facebook: www.facebook.com/DietitianApproved

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Dietitian Approved acknowledges the Traditional custodians of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, The Turrbal and Jagera peoples. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

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Are you ready to delve into the mind of an incredible triathlete who's completed 18 Ironman races?

Yes, you heard that right, eighteen!

Leanne, an age-group athlete, has been tackling triathlons for a whopping 30 years. Not only that, but she balances this passion with raising three children and working full-time. Her experience is vast, her knowledge is deep, and today, she's ready to share her wisdom with us.

One of Leanne’s biggest takeaways has been the importance of flexibility in training and nutrition. While we need to strive for consistency, life is unpredictable, and we need to adapt when things don’t go as planned. She advises you to do whatever you can rather than nothing at all. If you miss a session or have a bad week, don’t stress. Pick up where you left off and keep going.

Something else that made a huge difference for Leanne was having a solid support system with people who share her passion. Whether its friends joining you for a training session or being a part of online groups, having a community can be a tremendous source of motivation and support.

Like many athletes do, Leanne was “winging it” with nutrition for many years because she was reluctant to invest in professional guidance. She would often train on an empty stomach, unaware of the impact it had on her performance and recovery. When she joined the Triathlon Nutrition Academy, things made a dramatic improvement. Now, she doesn't just think about fuelling up on race day, but she meticulously plans her nutrition in the days leading up to and following her training sessions.

Leanne’s 30-year triathlon journey is far from over, and neither is yours. Plan smart, train hard, and make the most of your nutrition to reach your full potential!

LINKS:

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

Instagram: @Dietitian.Approved  @triathlonnutritionacademy

Facebook: www.facebook.com/DietitianApproved

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How does one go from never planning to run to conquering the Ironman World Championship? Join us as Meredith McKenzie shares her incredible journey and the pivotal role of nutrition in her success.

Meredith's passion for triathlon started unexpectedly during a difficult period in her personal life. She joined a biking group for the emotional outlet it provided and found it meditative. Her friends encouraged her to participate in the Lava Man triathlon in Hawaii, an Olympic-length event. Despite initial resistance and never having run before, she eventually gave in to their persuasion, attempting her first triathlon.

From there, it wasn’t long before Meredith was signing up for more events, including 70.3 races and full-distance Ironman competitions.  Despite frequent headaches and low energy levels, Meredith thought she was doing alright with her diet. It wasn’t until she started the academy's program that she realised the importance of a well-structured nutritional plan, not just on race day, but every day.

One of the first things she noticed was that she wasn't fueling her body adequately for her training sessions. Her appetite simply wasn’t matching her fueling needs, but she struggled with the idea of eating more food when she wasn’t hungry. However, strategic consumption, like including smoothies in her diet, helped her manage the volume without feeling overwhelmed.

Meredith continues to learn and adapt her nutrition strategies. She listens to old sessions from the program and refines her approach, focusing on different aspects of nutrition as needed. The beauty of a year-long program is that it allows you to gradually build a solid foundation, making you adept at troubleshooting your own needs

Now, with her sights set on the Ironman World Championship in Nice, Meredith has had to adapt her race nutrition plan once again. She’s discovered that what worked for a flat course like Ironman California doesn’t necessarily apply to a hilly course. This adaptability is crucial in triathlon, as each race presents unique challenges. Meredith switched from solid foods like sandwich stacks to gels and chews, which are easier to digest during demanding hill climbs.

For those hesitant about investing time and money into a specialised nutrition program, Meredith has a clear message: the investment is worth it. Her only regret is not committing to a structured nutrition plan earlier. The TNA program offers a comprehensive understanding of day-to-day and race-day nutrition, empowering athletes to make better choices independently.

If you're looking to refine your nutrition, remember that it's a marathon, not a sprint. From understanding the importance of daily nutrition to adapting your race day plans to fit the specific conditions, every small change adds up to significant improvements over time.

LINKS:

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

Instagram: @Dietitian.Approved  @triathlonnutritionacademy

Facebook: www.facebook.com/DietitianApproved

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 One of the most common questions I get asked is, can you help me with triathlon nutrition as a vegan? 

And the short answer is absolutely!

Sure, being vegan comes with a lot to consider and some nutrients you need to be extra careful with but you absolutely can thrive in this sport while sticking to a plant-based diet.

It's all about being educated and making the right food choices which is why I want to highlight some of the key nutrients vegans need to manage to make sure they’re ready to train, race, and recover efficiently.

1. Carbohydrates

Carbohydrate is king for endurance athletes. As a triathlete, carbohydrates fuel your swimming, cycling, and running. Luckily, vegan diets tend to be naturally higher in carbs. Focus on whole foods like oats, brown rice, and quinoa, which also provide protein as a bonus. Don't forget fruits like bananas and mangoes—they’re great for quick energy boosts before or after workouts.

2. Protein

Yes, you can meet your protein needs with a plant-based diet, but it requires some careful planning. Include tofu, tempeh, lentils, and legumes in your meals. Mix it up with edamame or roasted chickpeas for snacks. If you're struggling to get enough protein, consider adding a vegan protein powder to your routine. Just be sure to choose a quality product!

3. Iron

Iron is a game changer for energy and oxygen flow in your body, which is especially important for endurance athletes. It’s not just if you’re vegan, all triathletes (and especially women)  are at a higher risk for iron deficiency. Include plant-based iron sources like lentils, spinach, and fortified cereals. Pair them with vitamin C-rich foods to boost absorption. It’s also important to regularly check your iron levels,so you can tackle deficiencies before they affect your performance.

4. Vitamin B12

B12 is crucial for vegans to monitor as it's mostly found in animal products. It supports red blood cells and nerve function. Look for fortified plant-based foods like nutritional yeast and some meat substitutes. Consider supplements if necessary, but always check the labels and choose wisely.

5. Calcium and Vitamin D

As a triathlete, strong bones are non-negotiable. Get your calcium from fortified plant milks, leafy greens, and tofu. Regular checks are vital, particularly if you’re training inside or live in less sunny areas.

6.Omega-3 Fatty Acids

Omega-3s are essential for managing inflammation, and while fish is the most known source you can get it from plants. Look at flax seeds, chia seeds, and walnuts, and maybe sneak them into your smoothies or morning oats for a healthy start.

7. Zinc

Don’t forget zinc, vital for recovery and immunity. Incorporate legumes, pumpkin seeds, and fortified cereals into your daily meals to stay strong and healthy.

So yes you can absolutely thrive as a vegan triathlete, it just requires thoughtful planning. Focus your diet around wholefoods, and consider supplements for nutrients like B12 and Omega-3s only if necessary. With everything dialled in, you'll notice a positive impact on your performance and recovery.

Interested in more guidance? Consider my triathlon nutrition kickstart course, or join my Triathlon Nutrition Academy for deeper insights and ongoing support. You deserve to not just survive, but thrive with your nutrition.

LINKS:

Join the Triathlon Nutrition Academy: www.dietitianapproved.com/academy 

Support the TNA Podcast: https://www.dietitianapproved.com/legend

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

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Let’s be honest. There are many mistakes triathletes make with their nutrition.

You need to understand how to recover properly for YOU - most triathletes suck at recovery nutrition (no offence). 

You ​​also need to fuel properly DURING training. You need a different strategy for different types of sessions, where you are in your race season, what your goals are etc etc etc. I see a lot of triathletes under fuel because they think this will assist with weight loss. A recipe for disaster and still not getting to the ideal body composition you’re chasing. 

But the BIGGEST mistake triathletes make with their nutrition….is…..

You’ll have to listen to find out 😜

Stay to the end for my solution to avoiding this big mistake!

DOORS to the Triathlon Nutrition Academy OPEN TOMORROW!! Woohoo!

LINKS:

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Women are not small men. 

We know that women are physiologically different to men. But how do they differ? And what does that mean when it comes to training for triathlon, coaching females and providing nutrition support?

We’re kicking off Part 1 of a new Female Athlete Series on the podcast with the physiological differences between male and female athletes:

1. Body Fat levels
2. Muscle mass and strength
3. Vo2max
4. Lactate Threshold
5. Thermoregulation
6. Fat Oxidation
7. Hormones

As you can see, there are lots of differences that we need to take into consideration. 

There is no one size fits all. When we understand female physiology, we can do better and be better. Athletes, coaches and sports dietitians.

LINKS

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

Instagram: @Dietitian.Approved  @triathlonnutritionacademy

Facebook: www.facebook.com/DietitianApproved

References:

Carter, S. L., Rennie, C., and Tarnopolsky, M. A. (2001). Substrate utilization during endurance exercise in men and women after endurance training. Am. J. Physiol. Endocrinol. Metabolism. 280, 898–907.

Heydenreich, J., Kayser, B., Schutz, Y., and Melzer, K. (2017). Total energy expenditure, energy intake, and body composition in endurance athletes across the training season: a systematic review. Sports Medicine. Open 3:8. doi: 10.1186/ s40798- 017- 0076- 1

Lepers R. Sex Difference in Triathlon Performance. Frontiers Physiology. 2019 Jul 24;10:973. doi: 10.3389/fphys.2019.00973. PMID: 31396109; PMCID: PMC6668549.

Lepers, R. (2008). Analysis of Hawaii ironman performances in elite triathletes from 1981 to 2007. Med. Sci. Sports Exerc. 40, 1828–1834. doi: 10.1249/MSS. 0b013e31817e91a4

Marino, F. E., Mbambo, Z., Kortekaas, E., Wilson, G., Lambert, M. I., Noakes, T. D., et al. (2000). Advantages of smaller body mass during distance running in warm, humid environments. Pflugers. Arch. 441, 359–367. doi: 10.1007/ s004240000432

Millet, G. P., and Bentley, D. J. (2004). The physiological responses to running after cycling in elite junior and senior triathletes. Int. J. Sports Med. 25, 191–197. doi: 10.1055/s-2003-45259

Rüst, C. A., Knechtle, B., Rosemann, T., and Lepers, R. (2012b). Sex difference in race performance and age of peak performance in the ironman triathlon world championship from 1983 to 2012. Extrem. Physiol. Med. 14:15. doi: 10.1186/ 2046- 7648- 1- 15

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So many athletes smash themselves at training with no regard for how they're fuelling or recovering.

But we only adapt (i.e. get fitter and faster) from the sessions we recover from.

So if you want to get the most out of your training, you need to learn how to unlock your SUPERCHARGED ZONE. It’s the sweet spot where training and nutrition intersect. And it is the secret to becoming a better triathlete. 

But how do you unlock your Supercharged Zone?

1.     You need to train
2.     You need to eat to support that training

My job, as an Advanced Sports Dietitian is to fast track your success when it comes to triathlon nutrition. Working with triathletes for many years in private practice and through my role at Triathlon Australia, I noticed there were some key elements triathletes needed to dial in first as a priority, to feel supercharged. Introducing, my SUPERCHARGED Triathlete Formula…

The SUPERCHARGED Triathlete Formula

1. Recovery Nutrition
2. Pre-Training Nutrition
3. Periodisation
4. Run Fuel
5. Ride Fuel
6. Carb-Loading
7. Hydration
8. Supplements – the right ones that will benefit you, not burn a hole in your pocket

I dive into each and every one, in detail, inside the Triathlon Nutrition Academy.

I’ll teach you why it’s important, then how to do it. And every week you get to pick my brain, live in Power Hour, to make sure you have your very own custom plan, that’s perfect for you. 

Triathlon Nutrition Academy Doors open TOMORROW on January 21st! 

If you think nutrition is the missing link for you, come and join us! I will teach you everything you need to know, to feel like a SUPERCHARGED triathlete!

Head to dietitianapproved.com/academy now. See you on the inside!

LINKS:

Register for our online Triathlon Nutrition Training Camp: dietitianapproved.com/camp

It's a live online event running from the 23-25th of January

Triathlon Nutrition Calculator: Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition:

dietitianapproved.com/triathlonnutritioncalculator

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The best time to work on your nutrition was 6-12 months ago. The second-best time is now.

TRIATHLON NUTRITION ACADEMY DOORS ARE OPEN!
>> www.dietitianapproved.com/academy <<

This is your last chance in 2023 to join the best triathlon nutrition program in the world!

But be quick as they close again at 8am AEST Sunday July 16th!

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There are a million things you can easily get distracted by as a triathlete, but at the end of the day there are 3 key pillars to your success in the sport:

1. Structured Training
2. Nutrition
3. Sleep / Recovery 

These 3 pillars are more important to get right first, before dropping $20K on a bike or $400 on the new Nike Vaporfly and hoping to break a record.

My job, as an Advanced Sports Dietitian, is to help you harness the power of pillar 2, nutrition. After working with hundreds of triathletes,just like you over the last 15 years, I developed my Supercharged Triathlete Formula. It includes 8 key elements, to help you reach your goals and fast track you through the minefield that is triathlon nutrition.

If nutrition is the missing link for you, tune in for my no-BS guide to Triathlon Nutrition. Wrapped in a warm hug and smile of course ;)

LINKS

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

Instagram: @Dietitian.Approved  @triathlonnutritionacademy

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The Triathlon Nutrition Academy is a podcast by Dietitian Approved. All rights reserved. www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Dietitian Approved acknowledges the Traditional custodians of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, The Turrbal and Jagera peoples. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

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I believe in the power of nutrition. It really is the fourth leg!  Putting on my Advanced Sports Dietitian's hat, I love to take the science and translate that into information and practical advice that triathletes can understand and trust - knowing it will help them to unlock their true potential - to train harder, recover faster and perform at their BEST. 

Within the Triathlon Nutrition Academy, the goal is to not just give triathletes nutrition advice for their next race or their next season - it's to have them understand nutrition and what that looks like for them - the WHY and the HOW - so they have that knowledge to take with them FOREVER!

As triathlete and Triathlon Nutrition Academy foundation member, Sue Swindon, said so eloquently when I spoke to her recently, "Taryn you provide the "NO BS" approach to nutrition". And it's true - I'm not about quick fixes and diets. What we provide within the Triathlon Nutrition Academy is not just a quick fix, eight week challenge. We cut through the noise and give you that real understanding - something you can take with you forevermore!

Take a listen to this week's podcast and see if you can relate to Sue's triathlon journey - from frustration, stress and confusion -  to, now, a sense of understanding, empowerment, an excitement about food and nutrition, a joy of eating (for sport and for life) and a very real sense of community.

DOORS OPEN SEPTEMBER 10th!

LINKS:

Register for the Triathlon Nutrition Training Camp
13-15th September www.dietitianapproved.com/camp

To save your seat at the Triathlon Workshop in Brisbane
Saturday September 3rd, 1-4pm www.dietitianapproved.com/triathlonworkshop

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There are some big things happening in the sports nutrition space at the moment. Here are six trends I’m seeing in sports nutrition for 2023.

Some are new-ish, while others have been trending for a little while now but don’t seem to be going away anytime soon.

1. Blood Glucose Monitoring
2. Higher Carbohydrate products and ratios of carbohydrate types in sports nutrition
3. Gut training
4. The paradigm shift in body composition for triathlon
5. Keto or Low Carbohydrate High Fat Diets
6. Vegan and plant-based eating

If you’re confused about all of the conflicting information when it comes to triathlon nutrition, hit pause for a second and make sure you have the foundations in place first and foremost.

If you are ready to work on your triathlon nutrition and experience life changing results, join us inside the Triathlon Nutrition Academy! But be quick - Doors close tomorrow! 

Head to dietitianapproved.com/academy now. 2023 is going to be your best year yet!

What are you waiting for!?

LINKS:

Doors to the Triathlon Nutrition Academy program are open until 6pm AEST on January 28th! Make sure you join us before they close again until July! Head to: dietitianapproved.com/academy

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

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2024 is almost over, and I, for one, am glad. It’s been a year of challenges and I’m ready to start the next chapter in 2025.  But before that, there are still a few weeks of the festive year. And, in the spirit of the season, I'm sharing 12 transformative tips to get you through the holiday season. 

While we’ve just entered Summer here in Australia, so it’s peak race season, but I know most of the world is entering Winter which is a much slower training phase. Wherever you are, though, and no matter how much experience you have, these tips will help you to feel and perform at your best!

Day 12: Recipes for Success: Start with simple, batch-cook recipes that save time and ensure nutrient-rich meals. From overnight oats to savoury muffins, having go-to meals tailored for active people like us makes all the difference. Visit dietitianapproved.com/recipes to download these recipes.

 Day 11: Smart Snacking Strategies: Snacking can be your ally if done wisely. Think nutrient-dense options like fruit with nut butter or yoghurt with muesli. Avoid blind choices like grabbing muesli bars on the go. For more snack ideas, access the database at dietitianapproved.com/recipe-database.

 Day 10: Weekly Meal Planning: Spend just ten minutes each week planning meals. This organisation prevents stressful, unhealthy decisions and keeps your nutrition aligned with your training schedule. Use the menu planning template at dietitianapproved.com/planner.

 Day 9: Mastering Hydration: Hydration isn’t just about guzzling water. Understand your sweat rate and strategically use electrolyte replacements without over-relying on sports drinks. Keep a water bottle handy at all times to maintain hydration effortlessly.

Day 8: Dialling in Race Fuel: Discover the variety of race fuels available, from gels to real foods like sandwiches or homemade bars. Know that everyone's preferences differ, and what works for one race might not suit another.

 Day 7: Training-Specific Meals: Customise your nutrition to suit the day’s training demands, adjusting for recovery days versus full-on workouts. This tailored approach maximises performance gains from your nutrition. 

Day 6: Effective Carb Loading: Proper carbohydrate loading can enhance performance significantly. Ensure efficiency by understanding the right foods, quantities, and timing for your specific race needs. 

Day 5: Optimising Breakfast: Breakfast—or your first meal—can make or break your day’s nutrition. Plan, organise, and execute a balanced morning routine that supports your training and recovery.

Day 4: Recovery Nutrition Essentials: Embrace the four R’s: Refuel, Repair, Rehydrate, and Revitalise. Recovery is crucial for maximising training benefits and avoiding fatigue.

Day 3: Avoiding Common Mistakes: Beware of under-fuelling, over-supplementing, and neglecting proper recovery. Get precise about your nutrition needs to prevent potential pitfalls.

Day 2: Key Micronutrients: Ensure adequate intake of essential micronutrients like calcium and iron. These are vital for bone health and oxygen transportation, crucial elements for triathletes.

Day 1: The Ultimate Performance Boost: Join the Triathlon Nutrition Academy for structured guidance. Starting January 25th, we delve into Recovery Nutrition and beyond, ensuring you have the plan to make 2025 your best season yet. Sign up at dietitianapproved.com/academy to make the most of both my Kickstart course and the entire Academy programme.

The holidays are a great opportunity to instill some new habits, try out new recipes, and lock in your goals for the next year. So make use of these strategies and set yourself up for your best year yet. 

Here's to a fantastic 2025!

LINKS:

Recipe Database - https://www.dietitianapproved.com/recipes

Menu Planner - https://www.dietitianapproved.com/planner

Fuel Your Adventure - https://www.dietitianapproved.com/fuelyouradventure

Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart - https://www.dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

Triathlon Nutrition Academy - https://www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

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Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

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Around this time last year I shared my list of gift suggestions for triathletes in episode 120 (definitely worth a listen if you haven’t done so already!). This year I’m back with four of Santa's helpers (who are also exceptional triathletes) to share 25 of their top Christmas gift ideas. 

From essential gear and training must-haves, to high-tech gadgets and professional services, this episode has something for every budget.

So if you’re looking for inspiration or want to drop some hints to friends and family, this episode is for you.

Unwrap the complete list of 25 gift ideas at: dietitianapproved.com/xmas

Some of the highlights include: 

• Triathlon is an expensive sport, so one of the best gifts you can give is paying for someone's race entry. Just make sure you’re signing them up for something they’ll actually want to do. 

• In a similar vein, bulk supplies of someone's nutrition products will always be warmly appreciated. 

• Heated glove liners are Kelly’s top pick for anyone riding on their bike in chilly weather. Neberon is the brand he uses and has found really effective. 

• The GoPro Camera can be useful for self-evaluating your swim technique, recording your bike routes, or just for fun! 

• A professional bike fit is a great gift. It not only helps prevent injury and enhances comfort but could also offer an edge in performance.

• The Varia Bike Radar is a great gift for people who are riding outside a lot. By alerting you to any approaching cars, trucks, or even pedestrians, it provides peace of mind on long rides. 

• The SwimBETTER is a wearable device that tracks your hand positions and arm strokes while you’re swimming. It’s pricey but a great gift for anyone looking to improve their swim.  

• Form’s Smart Swim goggles have an augmented reality display so you can see your real-time metrics as you swim. 

• Outside of the water, wearable health- trackers, like the Whoop Band or the Oura Ring can be a great choice. 

• Variety Gel packs, foam rollers, or a soft flask for running can be great stocking-stuffer-type gifts.

Many many more! If you want the full list, I’ve compiled it for you at: DietitianApproved.com/xmas.

LINKS:

Support the TNA Podcast: https://www.dietitianapproved.com/legend

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

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Are you feeling tired and fatigued?

Of course you are - you’re a triathlete training for 3 sports in a week. Plus juggling the demands of work, family, and life. But you shouldn't be completely wiped all the time. Even if you’re training for a full distance/Ironman event.

We often push ourselves to the limits, neglecting the importance of quality nutrition, sleep and recovery. Our bodies need time to repair and recharge. Without it, fatigue becomes our constant companion. And it’s not a badge of honour you should be proud to wear. 

Remember we only adapt from the sessions we recover from. So constantly smashing yourself is not going to make you a better triathlete. Recovery is just as important as training itself.

Nutrition also plays a pivotal role in our energy levels. Sometimes you don’t know how good you can feel, until you’ve got your nutrition sorted to support training. 

So how do you find more energy? 

Here are 6 practical strategies to help you find more energy and feel like a supercharged triathlete.

LINKS

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next Triathlon Nutrition Academy opening in July! www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

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Everything Erin Byrge touches turns to gold. As an age-group triathlete from North Carolina, her triathlon season has only just begun. And every time she toes the start line she lands a spot on the podium!

With an 11 year history as a triathlete, this girls got goals! And she has a great methodology for setting goals and celebrating her wins. A strategy everyone should implement for long term success in the sport. 

So what are her secrets to having such successful races? I asked her to shed some light on what she’s been working on recently and in particular, how she managed an 11 minute personal record at Ironman 70.3 Eagleman.

LINKS

For some great tips for setting goals from the master herself, check out Erin’s blog here

Register for our online Triathlon Nutrition Training Camp! thetricamp.com

Join the waitlist for our next Triathlon Nutrition Academy opening in July! www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

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Using data to track your triathlon training is incredibly easy with the technology available today. 

But tracking is one thing, understanding the data and using it to make better decisions is a different story. 

Joining me on the podcast is triathlon coach Gerard Donnelly from Trivelo Coaching. He’s been coaching athletes for 35 years and has seen technology evolve over that time. He shares his expertise on: 

• Why you should use data for training
• How do you test your fitness and how often should you do it?
• What metrics should we focus on?
• What technology is worth investing in?
• Most importantly, what do you do with the data once you have it?
• Should you learn how to train by feel and how do you do that?
• Is there a sweet spot between data-driven training and training by feel?
• Any advice for the female triathlete who may wake up and feel absolutely on fire one day, then completely rubbish the next?

LINKS

To Connect with Gerard at TriVello Coaching:

Website: trivelocoaching.com.au

Instagram: @trivelocoaching

Listen to the Train Smarter, Race Faster Podcast

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

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In this episode, I’m joined by Chris Tubbs, Gail Jindrich and Erin Byrge, all 2023 graduates of the TNA program. They have officially entered the 'big kids' league and are thriving in our Supercharged Squad alumni program.

We take a closer look at their 2023 triathlon journeys and find out what game changing strategies they’ve been working on with their nutrition.

Plus set our sights on 2024 and what goals they’re hoping to achieve now they have 9 months of evidence-based nutrition education under their fuel belt. 

If you’re looking to level up your nutrition like these three, join us inside the TRIATHLON NUTRITION ACADEMY program!

DOORS OPEN THIS WEEKEND!
>> www.dietitianapproved.com/academy <<

LINKS

 Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

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Chocolate is delicious. Amen.

While it is high in calories and sugar, dark chocolate in particular also contains a number of beneficial compounds that may have positive effects on exercise performance.

One of the primary compounds found in chocolate is cocoa. Cocoa is rich in a group of compounds called flavanols, which have been shown to have a number of potential health benefits. Flavanols can:

• Improve blood flow, which in turn improves cardiovascular function
• They are rich in antioxidants, which help to reduce inflammation after exercise
• They can also help improve insulin sensitivity and cognitive function

Several studies have investigated the effects of chocolate consumption on exercise performance. One study in particular, published in 2015 in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition found that consuming dark chocolate for 14 days improved cyclists' performance in a time trial.

Let’s take a closer look…

A group of 9, “moderately trained” cyclists were put through their paces in the lab. Their baseline VO2 max was measured before completing a 20 min ride at 80% of their gas exchange threshold, followed by a 2-minute all-out time trial.

In a crossover design, they then consumed 40g of either flavanol-rich dark chocolate or flavanol deficient white chocolate for 2 weeks before repeating the exercise testing again.

After a 7 day washout period, cyclists crossed over and repeated 14 days of the chocolate supplementation (white or dark) and repeated the testing again.

What did they find?

Tune in to find out!

Reference:

Patel, R. K., Brouner, J. & Spendiff, O. 2015. Dark chocolate supplementation reduces the oxygen cost of moderate-intensity cycling. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, 12, 1-8.

LINKS

Join the waitlist for our next sneaky Triathlon Nutrition Academy opening in April. www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Triathlon Nutrition Checklist: Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

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There’s a sneaky, microscopic invader you're probably overlooking and in this episode,  I'm joined by  Dr. Heather Leslie, one of the world's leading researchers on microplastics, to shed some light on this topic that's both mind-blowing and crucial for anyone looking to optimise their performance and health.

Dr. Leslie is a renowned researcher specialising in plastic and chemical pollution and gained international recognition for her groundbreaking discovery of microplastics in the human bloodstream. In 2024, she established an independent consulting and research company based in Amsterdam.

During our conversation, we explore what microplastics are, how they get into our systems, their potential impact on our health and performance and most importantly, what we as triathletes can do to reduce our exposure.

True athletic excellence comes from addressing not just the obvious aspects of training, but also the subtle factors that influence our performance. In the case of microplastics, small changes to your daily nutrition and lifestyle choices can compound into significant benefits for both your performance on the race course and your long-term health.

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Dr Heather Leslie Website: https://heather-leslie.com

Contact email: heather@heather-leslie.com

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heatheraleslie/

LINKS:

Join the Triathlon Nutrition Academy: www.dietitianapproved.com/academy 

Support the TNA Podcast: https://www.dietitianapproved.com/legend

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

Instagram: @Dietitian.Approved  @triathlonnutritionacademy

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Ultra355 is a 3-day endurance event not for the faint-hearted. Over three big days, you swim 5km, ride 300km and run 50km. 

Day 1 - 5km swim + 100km Bike

Day 2 - 200km Bike

Day 3 - 50km run

Recently Triathlon Nutrition Academy athlete Jody Walker competed and not only finished as the first female overall, but also smashed a bunch of course records in the process.  Woohoo!!

So naturally,  we asked her to jump on the podcast and share her experiences with you. 

• What made her want to do Ultra355
• What type of training prepares you for a 3-day endurance event
• What nutrition training did she have to do in the lead-up
• What strategies she implemented throughout the 3 days to ensure she could back up and go again despite being tired and fatigued
• Her advice for anyone thinking about doing Ultra355

To connect with Jody - Find her on Instagram 

LINKS:

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

Join the Triathlon Nutrition Academy Program: dietitianapproved.com/academy

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Most triathletes think they’re carbohydrate loading by eating a bowl of pasta the night before their race. I hate to break it to you, but this doesn’t even come CLOSE to what you need to super compensate your muscle glycogen stores to effectively carbohydrate load.

In this episode I cover:

• What is Carbohydrate Loading?
• Who would benefit from Carbohydrate Loading?
• What events should you carbohydrate load for?
• How do you do it?

Tune in to find out to unlock a 1-3% performance advantage!

LINKS:

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

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If you’ve ever had a break from training, there are a few key things you need to do with your nutrition on your return.

Maybe you’ve been sick or injured, gone on a triathlon free holiday (who even are you?!), you’ve taken a few weeks off after a key event or had something personal come up that’s been a handbrake on your training. 

Whatever the reason, this is an important time to prioritise your nutrition strategies. To ensure you’re putting in the right building blocks, at a time when your body is really receptive.

Listen in as I give you five nutrition tips to make the transition back into regular triathlon training a smooth and easy one.

LINKS:

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

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Welcome back for 2024! We are kicking off the new year with a bang and my sports dietitian insights into five of the big trends we’re going to see in the triathlon nutrition space.

Some are new-ish, while others have been trending for a little while now but don’t seem to be going away anytime soon. I’m also calling it on something that I think is going to die in 2024.

In no particular order of importance or performance boosting powers (or lack of) they are:

1. Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs)
2. Female Athlete Nutrition 
3. Intermittent Fasting
4. Body Composition
5. Adaptogens 

If you've decided 2024 is the year you're going to work on the fourth leg...nutrition!

Butttt

There's just one problem...

You have no idea where to start!

Because there is so much (mis)information on the internet, it's overwhelming and confusing deciphering whats a trend vs what’s worthwhile.

Register for my FREE 3-day LIVE training: Triathlon Fuel School >> fuel.school

Designed to give you the nutritional edge and lay the FOUNDATION of your day to day fuelling and race nutrition.

When: 14-16th January, 9am Brisbane time (AEST) each day 🇦🇺

That's 3pm PST, 5pm CST, 6pm EST 13-15th January 🇺🇸

Triathlon Nutrition Academy DOORS OPEN 15th JANUARY!
>> www.dietitianapproved.com/academy <<

Get your name on the waitlist to join the best triathlon nutrition program in the world and make 2024 your most successful year yet! 

LINKS

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

Instagram: @Dietitian.Approved  @triathlonnutritionacademy

Facebook: www.facebook.com/DietitianApproved

The Triathlon Nutrition Academy is a podcast by Dietitian Approved. All rights reserved. www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Dietitian Approved acknowledges the Traditional custodians of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, The Turrbal and Jagera peoples. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

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If you're a masters triathlete, you might think your PR days are behind you. But here's the thing: with the right nutrition strategy, you can absolutely continue to dominate in triathlon well into your later years!

I'm not just talking about finishing - I'm talking about competing at your absolute best.

The reality of being a masters triathlete is that your body has different needs than your younger training buddies. But this isn't a limitation - it's an opportunity to get smarter about how you fuel. When you understand these changes and adapt your nutrition accordingly, you can maintain (and often improve) your performance.

Let's break down exactly what you need to know to keep crushing those finish lines.

References:

Reimers CD, Knapp G, Reimers AK. Does physical activity increase life expectancy? A review of the literature. J Aging Res. 2012;2012:243958. doi: 10.1155/2012/243958. Epub 2012 Jul 1. PMID: 22811911; PMCID: PMC3395188.

LINKS:

Download your free Blood Test Guide For Triathletes: https://www.dietitianapproved.com/bloods

Join the Triathlon Nutrition Academy: www.dietitianapproved.com/academy 

Support the TNA Podcast: https://www.dietitianapproved.com/legend

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

Instagram: @Dietitian.Approved  @triathlonnutritionacademy

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The Triathlon Nutrition Academy is a podcast by Dietitian Approved. All rights reserved.

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Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport or REDS. A syndrome that affects many of the body's physiological functions, our health and athletic performance. 

As an endurance athlete, it’s really important to understand the signs and symptoms of low energy availability and seek support if you think this could be an issue for you.

Joining me to dive into the topic is fellow Sports Dietitian from Auckland, New Zealand, Dane Baker. He is an active researcher in the field of RED-s, lecturer at the University of Otago and runs a specialist REDS clinic to help athletes recover from the multifactorial syndrome.

We dive into:

• What is REDS?
• What’s the difference between low energy availability (LEA) and RED-S
• Signs and symptoms to look out for to ensure you’re not in low energy availability for both males and females
• Tools for monitoring, screening and diagnosis
• Treatment strategies
• Research updates in this space coming soon
• Where to get support if you think LEA or REDS is an issue for you

REDS can have serious implications both short and long term and it’s not something you want to go through. A must listen for any endurance athlete! Both male and female!

LINKS

Read the updated 2023 IOC Consensus Statement on REDs

Connect with Dane

Website: www.danebakernutrition.net

Axis Sports Medicine: www.axissportsmedicine.co.nz

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Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

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As a sports dietitian I’ve studied for years to help you use nutrition to achieve your performance and health goals.  

That’s why it frustrates me to no end that people go to literally every other source (like Dr. Google, blogs, podcasts, YouTube, magazines) before talking to an expert.

People would rather listen to their coach, a training buddy, naturopaths, chiropractors, literally any other person instead of consulting a qualified sports dietitian. But none of these people are experts, and they shouldn’t be giving advice to others.

This is a big reason why there is so much confusion and misinformation around nutrition and I’m sick of spending so much time clearing it up. So today I want to talk about what exactly a sports dietician is and why we should be the gold standard source for your information.

So, what is a sports dietician?

A sports dietitian is a registered dietitian who specialises in helping athletes enhance performance through nutrition. This profession requires significant regulation and education—think years of university degrees, clinical placements, and further sports nutrition qualifications.  I myself completed a four-year undergraduate degree, followed by additional qualifications, including a diploma from the International Olympic Committee in Sports Nutrition, and maintained extensive ongoing professional development.

Many athletes believe that sports dietitians are only for elite athletes, but this is far from true. Working with a sports dietitian is beneficial for any athlete, and to me anyone who deliberately moves their body is an athlete.

I specialise in endurance sports which gives me a deep understanding of the nutritional demands of triathletes and how to get them racing at their best. This means tailoring nutrition plans to your training intensity, goals, and recovery needs—ensuring that your nutrition evolves as your training progresses. But it’s not a one-size-fits-all approach!

No two athletes are the same, meaning your nutrition—fuel types, amounts, hydration, electrolytes—should be specific to you. We consider your composed body goals, food preferences, and more, ensuring you're not just balancing macronutrients, but considering micronutrients and hydration as well.

And it’s not just about race day! Sports dieticians help at every stage of your journey from training, to race day, to recovery. Many of my athletes didn’t understand recovery nutrition until joining the Triathlon Nutrition Academy and were constantly facing burnout or injury. Tailored post-training nutrition can significantly enhance recovery time, allowing you to push harder in future sessions. Moreover, proper fuelling helps prevent injuries and boosts immunity, keeping you healthy and race ready.

Seeing a sports dietitian isn't just about short-term gains. It builds lasting habits that support your health and performance beyond your competitive years. I focus on empowering my athletes with knowledge and skills to take ownership of their nutrition.

If you're ready to take that step, consider exploring the Triathlon Nutrition Academy. This programme offers structured support and ongoing development opportunities to transform your nutrition and performance. Keep an eye on our website for upcoming intakes or get started with the Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course for foundational insights. And remember, you can always continue learning from our podcast and YouTube channel

consider joining the Triathlon Nutrition Academy. We open enrolments a few times a year, and it could be a crucial investment in your athletic journey. Or start with our Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course, which lays essential foundations before joining our bigger programme.

Thanks for tuning in and I look forward to speaking with you next week!

LINKS:

Support the TNA Podcast: https://www.dietitianapproved.com/legend

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

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Meet Australian elite triathlete Emma Jeffcoat! ex-surf lifesaving Ironwoman athlete turned triathlete and all round legend.

Emma’s achieved some pretty epic things in her relatively short triathlon career so far.  She represented Australia in her first Olympic Games in Tokyo 2020, placing 26th in the individual event and 9th in the mixed Team Relay.

She was also named the Elite National Champion and Elite Super Sprint Champion by Triathlon Australia in 2021.

Currently ranked 114 in the world (although she’s working hard to climb the ranks post-CO-VID), with 21 podiums and 13 wins under her belt!

So what’s it like being an elite triathlete? What does a day in the life of Emma look like and importantly, how does she support that with nutrition?

Emma shares very humbly her experiences, the ups and downs and everything in between on the journey to becoming the best Supercharged Triathlete she can be!

Thanks to Emma for being our first ever athlete interview on the TNA podcast!

To follow Emma and see her amazing life as an elite Australian triathlete: @emmajeffcoat

LINKS

Join the waitlist for our next Triathlon Nutrition Academy opening in July! www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

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The Triathlon Nutrition Academy is a podcast by Dietitian Approved. All rights reserved. www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Dietitian Approved acknowledges the Traditional custodians of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, The Turrbal and Jagera peoples. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. 

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Coca-Cola as a performance enhancer? You probably didn't see that coming on a sports nutrition podcast! But hold on, there's more here than meets the eye. Today, we're diving into how Coca-Cola, often seen as a guilty pleasure, can actually play a role in an athlete's nutrition plan.

The Role of Sugar in Sports Nutrition
First, let's talk about sugar. Carbohydrates are our primary source of fuel as endurance athletes. During prolonged endurance events, our carbohydrate stores (like glycogen in our muscles) are depleted, and simple sugars, which are easy to digest and provide quick energy, become vital.

Coke contains these simple sugars and can provide us with a quick energy boost. In Australia, for example, Coca-Cola has 10 grams of carbs per 100 ml, making it a more potent source of carbohydrates than a standard sports drink.

Sodium and Electrolytes:
Managing your hydration is super important for endurance athletes because your performance will decrease if you become dehydrated.  While Coca-Cola does provide some sodium, it’s a pretty small amount with 10mg of sodium per 100ml in Australia or 12mg in the US.  You’re unlikely to meet your sodium needs with Coke alone, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be a valuable part of your bigger hydration plan.

The Caffeine Factor
Coca-Cola's biggest advantage over standard sports drinks is its caffeine content. Caffeine is well-known to boost alertness and reduce fatigue, which is crucial during endurance activities. With about 10 mg of caffeine per 100 ml, a regular can of Coke can offer that extra edge late into your endurance event. However, remember that caffeine needs vary from person to person, and too much caffeine can have negative effects. Like so many things in sports nutrition, you need to match your intake to your needs.

A Balanced Approach
While Coca-Cola can be a handy tool for endurance athletes, it lacks other nutrients and is known to be harmful to your teeth, so you want to use it intentionally and sparingly.  Here’s some tips to incorporate Coca-Cola into your sports nutrition plan effectively:

Test it During Training: Never introduce Coca-Cola for the first time during a race. Test it during your training to understand how your body reacts.

Combine with Other Nutrients: Don’t try to fuel a whole race with just coke. Balance your race plan with whole foods to ensure your nutrient needs are met.  The same goes for your hydration. Coca-Cola alone won't be enough, especially during longer events, so make sure your strategy includes plenty of water and electrolytes.

Degas It: Consider degassing Coke before consuming it during events to avoid gastrointestinal discomfort from the carbonation.

Listener Question:
Our listener question today comes from Calvin Amos, a pro triathlete. Calvin asks how much weight should fluctuate throughout the year. To answer this question, I considered some things that I know about Calvin, like his level of performance, and the fact he is vegan. Based on that, race weight and off-season weight should only differ by about 1 to 2 kilograms for an athlete like Calvin.

It’s important to remember that weighing yourself on a scale leaves out a lot of important factors So, at his level of competition, I recommend regular body composition assessments that can more accurately track your body composition.

So, was this what you expected to hear about Coca-Cola and sports nutrition?

Maybe not, but if used strategically Coke can be a great addition to your nutritional strategy! Just remember that nutritional strategies are highly personalised, so consult a professional to find what works best for you!

LINKS:

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

Instagram: @Dietitian.Approved  @triathlonnutritionacademy

Facebook: www.facebook.com/DietitianApproved

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Dietitian Approved acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, The Turrbal and Jagera peoples. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. 

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When you’re lacking motivation through a hard triathlon training period, where do you turn for encouragement?

You could binge-listen to a podcast, watch an inspiring movie or check out your favourite athlete’s socials, but I personally feel that one of the best places to start is a good ol’ fashioned book. 

Today, I teamed up with some of the members inside the Triathlon Nutrition Academy community to bring you a curated list of 20 must-read books for triathletes, from insightful how-tos to inspiring autobiographies and helpful self-improvement books. 

You’ll find a detailed list that could transform your approach to training, racing, and overall mindset.

Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just starting, these books offer a wealth of knowledge and insights that can help you achieve your best performance.

If you want a handy list of all these book recommendations, head over to https://dietitianapproved.com/books for a free downloadable. 

Special thanks to the members of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy who joined me in curating this list:

Becky Maccaroni 

Lyn Humphris

Tony Hampton

Chad Rolfs

Jarrod Coombs

Steve Duquette 

Chris Tubbs 

Jake Hooker

Kelly Estes 

LINKS:

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

Instagram: @Dietitian.Approved  @triathlonnutritionacademy

Facebook: www.facebook.com/DietitianApproved

The Triathlon Nutrition Academy is a podcast by Dietitian Approved. All rights reserved. www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

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Mark Allen is one of the greatest triathletes of all time and I was lucky enough to sit down with him for today’s episode. ESPN hailed him as the greatest endurance athlete, and he’s impressively claimed victory six times at the Ironman World Championship. He’s an absolute legend!

During our conversation, Mark shared his insights into motivation, mindset, nutrition, and what it takes to succeed in triathlon. It was so juicy that I’ve split it into two episodes. 

This week it’s part one, enjoy!

Mark’s triathlon journey began on a seemingly ordinary Saturday in 1982 when he stumbled upon the Ironman event on Wide World of Sports. He was initially horrified at the thought of doing a 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike ride, and marathon all in one day. Even though he said the athletes were “nuts” he couldn’t get triathlon out of his head, and it didn’t take long before he started training himself.

Mark's approach to competing is unique. He says he’s not really competitive, but his achievements say otherwise. For Mark, the real drive was personal growth a desire to see how good he could become. Even when competing, his focus wasn’t on beating others but on giving his best effort, regardless of where he finished. It’s an important reminder that as much as we might want to beat others, true victory lies in seeing ourselves improve.

My favourite thing to talk about with any guest is nutrition, and Mark definitely didn’t disappoint. He shared his experience starting triathlon in the early 80s. Sports nutrition was still developing, and athletes like Mark had to figure out what worked best for them through trial and error. He shared an early experience where he copied another triathlete and attempted to fuel for Ironman with 42 dried figs. He got about halfway before he realised it was a big mistake. Thankfully, over time, Mark has learned to create a nutrition plan that suited his body’s needs.

One of the most common challenges for triathletes is juggling the demands of training with everyday life.  Mark emphasises the importance of consistency—not just in quantity, but in sustainable quality. He advises not to overcommit, which can lead to burnout, but rather to find a balance that allows for consistent training without compromising other aspects of life.

Key Takeaways from Part One:

1. Listen to Your Body: Just because a pro athlete swears by a particular diet or training regimen doesn't mean it's right for you. Personal experimentation and adaptation are crucial.
2. Balanced Nutrition: A well-rounded diet that includes proteins and healthy fats is crucial!
3. Consistency is Key: Maintaining a realistic and balanced training schedule sustains motivation and enhances performance.
4. Mindset Matters: Competitiveness should be born out of personal growth and satisfaction, not comparison with others.

Make sure you’re subscribed so you don’t miss next week’s episode where Mark and I delve deeper into mental training techniques and overcoming self-doubt!

LINKS:

Join the Triathlon Nutrition Academy: www.dietitianapproved.com/academy 

Support the TNA Podcast: https://www.dietitianapproved.com/legend

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

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If you google triathlon meal plan, hundreds of results come up with generic, cookie cutter plans you can follow for free.

These are problematic for so many reasons!
Generic meal plans in no way take into consideration your individual requirements, your lifestyle, budget, or needs.

So what makes for a good triathlon meal plan?

There are a few key elements you need:

1. A foundation in whole foods
2. Variety
3. Periodisation to meet your training needs
4. Flexibility
5. Simplicity

Every body is different

Every training program is different

It’s easy to fuel your body to perform at its best with a little know how. Let me show you :)

LINKS

To get instant access to over 150 Sports Dietitian developed recipes to fuel the active body, head to dietitianapproved.com/recipedatabase

To feel like a rockstar and have a Sports Dietitian plan an entire years worth of dinners for you, coupled with the recipe to follow and a shopping list to get everything you need head to: dietitianapproved.com/MenuPlanning

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

Instagram: @Dietitian.Approved  @triathlonnutritionacademy

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The Triathlon Nutrition Academy is a podcast by Dietitian Approved. All rights reserved. www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Dietitian Approved acknowledges the Traditional custodians of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, The Turrbal and Jagera peoples. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

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Welcome back to the Triathlon Nutrition Academy podcast for another year!

I still can't believe we're in 2025, but I hope you had an amazing holiday season filled with family, friends, relaxation, and perhaps a bit of training too.

The start of a new year is when a lot of us are setting set ambitious performance goals – but I want to make sure we’re setting goals we can reach, not ones that’ll be dropped by February.

That’s why today I’m sharing five practical and achievable nutrition goals designed for triathletes just like you!  Whether aiming for a personal best, tackling new distances, or simply enhancing your everyday energy levels, I've got insights to help you succeed.

1. Nail Your Pre and Post-Training Nutrition: This is one of the simplest ways to boost your performance and consistency is the name of the game. Pre-training, focus on carbohydrates for energy with options like toast or a banana. Post-training, ensure you're covering the "four Rs" of recovery nutrition. This habit can significantly enhance energy levels and reduce recovery time.

2. Stop Guessing - Assess What’s on Your Plate: Rather than counting calories, evaluate the quality and timing of your meals. Begin by writing down your food intake for a few days. This awareness can reveal patterns, like skipped meals or reliance on convenience foods, affecting your performance.

3. Plan Ahead Like A Pro: With busy schedules, planning is crucial. Dedicate time each weekend to plan meals, snacks, and training. Preparing nutrient-rich foods in advance can keep you on track amidst daily chaos.

4. Level Up Your Hydration Game: Hydration affects performance more than you might think. Understand your sweat rate and fluid needs, especially your requirement for electrolytes, to maintain optimal performance levels.

5. Test Your Race Day Nutrition Early: Don't leave your race nutrition to chance. Test your strategy well before race day, practicing with the products you’ll use. This preparation builds confidence and reduces surprises come race day.

Setting these nutrition goals is just the start: the real victories come when you turn them into habits. Here are some tips to ensure your new habits stick around for the long haul:

Start small: Choose one area to focus on and master it before moving to the next.

Track your progress: Keep a journal or use an app to maintain accountability.

Seek support: Engage with a coach, dietitian, or community like the Triathlon Nutrition Academy to stay on track. In addition to the community support, the TNA program provides step-by-step guidance, tools, and resources to support your journey. Doors open on 20th January, and I'm offering exclusive bonuses for early joiners.  

Thank you for joining me today, and here’s to a great 2025!

LINKS:

Support the TNA Podcast: https://www.dietitianapproved.com/legend

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

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The Triathlon Nutrition Academy is a podcast by Dietitian Approved. All rights reserved. www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

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As the holiday season approaches, we know you’re on the hunt for the perfect gifts for the triathlete in your life. Or maybe you’re looking to fill up your own wish list. Absolutely no judgement here. 

To help you out this festive season, we’ve put together the Ultimate Triathletes Christmas Gift Guide!

It includes 20 tri-specific items we know you’ll love!

Unwrap the goodness >> Download my FREE Ultimate Triathlete Christmas Gift Guide 

LINKS

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy. DOORS OPEN JANUARY 15th!  www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

Instagram: @Dietitian.Approved  @triathlonnutritionacademy

Facebook: www.facebook.com/DietitianApproved

The Triathlon Nutrition Academy is a podcast by Dietitian Approved. All rights reserved. www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Dietitian Approved acknowledges the Traditional custodians of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, The Turrbal and Jagera peoples. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

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When it comes to swimming nutrition, there is no one more knowledgeable or qualified than Aussie Sports Dietitian Greg Shaw. He is an ex-swimmer himself, the sports dietitian lead for Swimming Australia and has worked with swimming for 20 years. He wrote the paper on Nutrition Considerations for Open Water Swimming and kindly shares so many knowledge bombs with us during this episode.

• The physiology of swimming and what this means for your nutrition
• What are the nutritional challenges at longer 10km open water distances?
• At what point does open water swimming become glycogen depleting?
• Do you need to carbohydrate load for long, endurance, open water swims?
• Practical feeding strategies in open water swims including the specific vessels you use.
• Sweat rates when swimming in different water temperatures
• What to start preparing for 6 months out from a 10km open water race.
• Should you swim 10km in training before racing 10km?
• Troubleshooting tips if you swallow lots of salty water in your race.

Tune in for a mindblowing episode with the world's best.

LINKS

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

Instagram: @Dietitian.Approved  @triathlonnutritionacademy

Facebook: www.facebook.com/DietitianApproved

The Triathlon Nutrition Academy is a podcast by Dietitian Approved. All rights reserved. www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Dietitian Approved acknowledges the Traditional custodians of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, The Turrbal and Jagera peoples. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As a paramedic for the NSW Ambulance service, Julie Whitton juggles a lot! Crazy 12 hour shifts, often overnight, family and training for not one, but three sports. 

As a quiet achiever and self professed introvert, she silently chips away at her goals. 70.3 is her distance of choice and she is weeks away from racing Hervey Bay 100.

As a shift worker with a hugely variable routine, training and nutrition looks very different to the average 9-5 triathlete.

So how does she fit training in around a rolling 9 day roster and 12 hour overnight shifts?

What strategies has she learnt work for her to toe the start line in the best possible shape she can?

And from a nutrition perspective, how has she overcome the challenges you face when mealtimes are not in your control.

Tune in to find out!

LINKS

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Join the waitlist for our next opening of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

Instagram: @Dietitian.Approved  @triathlonnutritionacademy

Facebook: www.facebook.com/DietitianApproved

The Triathlon Nutrition Academy is a podcast by Dietitian Approved. All rights reserved. www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Dietitian Approved acknowledges the Traditional custodians of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, The Turrbal and Jagera peoples. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What blood tests or biomarkers do you need to test as an active endurance athlete?

You may have seen lots of companies offering blood tests for triathletes lately and it can be hard to know if it’s worth doing or a complete waste of time.

As always, I think it’s important you’re equipped with some knowledge and understanding before doing something like this. So you can make informed decisions and, most importantly, understand the results and what to do about it.

In this episode I’ll explain:

• Why do routine blood tests as a triathlete?
• What things should you test for and why?
• When should you do blood tests and how frequently?
• How to interpret your results and how to rectify any abnormalities 

Please note: this is not personal medical advice – see a sports physician if you’re not sure about you and your specific circumstances.

Download your free Blood Test Guide: www.dietitianapproved.com/blood-tests-for-triathletes

LINKS

Join the waitlist for our next Triathlon Nutrition Academy opening in July! www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

Instagram: @Dietitian.Approved  @triathlonnutritionacademy

Facebook: www.facebook.com/DietitianApproved

The Triathlon Nutrition Academy is a podcast by Dietitian Approved. All rights reserved. www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Dietitian Approved acknowledges the Traditional custodians of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, The Turrbal and Jagera peoples. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I honestly can’t believe we’ve hit the 100 podcast episodes milestone! It seems like only yesterday I was setting up the cupboard and hitting record on my first ever episode. We took a dive, head first into the wonderful world of podcasting and haven’t looked back..

To help me celebrate, I’ve brought back the legendary Stef Hanson, former chief of Witsup to flip the mic on me! We talk all about:Why I started podcasting

• The lessons I’ve learnt along the way
• Some of my highlights over the last 100 episodes
• What’s got me fired up the most!
• And a look into the future of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy podcast

Plus we also announce the winner of my 100th episode giveaway! Tune in to see if it was you!

Thank you to everyone who entered the competition, left us a review and shared the show far and wide on your socials. It means the world to me that you choose to spend 20-30 minutes of your precious time with me each week learning all about triathlon nutrition.

Cheers to the next 100!

Taryn x

LINKS

Register for our online Triathlon Nutrition Training Camp! thetricamp.com

Join the waitlist for our next Triathlon Nutrition Academy opening on the 8th of  July! www.dietitianapproved.com/academy

Check how well you’re doing when it comes to your nutrition with our 50 step checklist to Triathlon Nutrition Mastery: dietitianapproved.com/checklist

Start working on your nutrition now with my Triathlon Nutrition Kickstart course: dietitianapproved.com/kickstart

It’s for you if you’re a triathlete and you feel like you’ve got your training under control and you’re ready to layer in your nutrition. It's your warmup on the path to becoming a SUPERCHARGED triathlete – woohoo!

Website: www.dietitianapproved.com

Instagram: @Dietitian.Approved  @triathlonnutritionacademy

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Most triathletes think they’re carbohydrate loading by eating a bowl of pasta the night before their race. I hate to break it to you, but this doesn’t even come CLOSE to what you need to super compensate your muscle glycogen stores to effectively carbohydrate load.

• What is Carb-Loading?
• Who would benefit?
• What events should you carbohydrate load for?
• How do you do it?

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Hey you! Put the scales away and listen up! 

Many triathletes are interested in measuring their body composition. Whether it’s losing body fat or gaining muscle. Endurance athletes strive to be leaner, lighter and faster because you have to carry your weight across a long distance. 

One of the major challenges with this is actually trying to track and measure body composition change. You’re probably using the scales as a way of measuring. but this episode explains why there are major limitations to the scales. 

Listen in to my conversation with body composition manipulation expert Gary Slater. Gary is a fellow Advanced Sports Dietitian, Exercise Physiologist and loves using himself as an n=1 experiment for maximum muscle hypertrophy gains. 

Gary explains why you need to stop relying on the scales and what to do instead if you want to really track changes in your body composition. 

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If you’re serious about tracking your body composition change, you need to consider getting regular skin folds done with an accredited anthropometrist.

But what are skin folds?

What do you need to look for when getting your skin folds done to ensure they’re legit?

And how do you find an accredited anthropometrist?

Tune in to learn all about skin folds!

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Three reasons why you aren’t losing weight doing triathlon, despite training the house down.

Are you frustrated you can’t seem to reach your body composition goals? You train more than most people but still have a little excess body fat to lose. 

Are you constantly trying to eat a little less to burn more fat and end up starving all the time? Or absolutely wrecked after training?

That is definitely no way to live 🙅🏻‍♀️

Listen in as I give you 3 reasons why leaning up seems elusive. It may not be as complicated as you might think 😉

Here are my top tips to have energy for triathlon training and promote weight or fat loss.

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⛔️ Don’t book in for a body composition scan until you listen to this! 

Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (or BIA) scans are popping up in just about every gym and I’ve even seen some health professional clinics offering them as a service. 

They’re advertised as a quick and affordable way to accurately measure your body composition i.e. how much muscle, fat and bone tissue you’re made up of.

But if an athlete of mine brings me a scan to interpret, I tell them to throw it in the bin! 🙈

Listen in as I explain what the BIA scan is, how it works and the challenges with relying on this method to accurately assess your body composition.

For further reading in this space, check out some of my referenced articles below:

1.     Esco, M. R., Olson, M. S., Williford, H. N., Lizana, S. N., & Russell, A. R. (2011). The accuracy of hand-to-hand bioelectrical impedance analysis in predicting body composition in college-age female athletes. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 25(4), 1040-1045.

2.     Comparisons of a Multi-Frequency Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis to the Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry Scan in Healthy Young Adults Depending on their Physical Activity Level

3.     Loenneke, J., Wilson, J., Wray, M., Barnes, J., Kearney, M., & Pujol, T. (2012). The Estimation of the Fat Free Mass Index in Athletes. Asian Journal of Sports Medicine, 3(3). https://doi.org/10.5812/asjsm.34691

4.     Wang, J., Zhang, Y., Chen, H., Li, Y., Cheng, X., Xu, L., … Li, B. (2013). Comparison of Two Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis Devices With Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry and Magnetic Resonance Imaging in the Estimation of Body Composition. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 27(1), 236–243. https://doi.org/10.1519/JSC.0b013e31824f2040

5.     Position of the American Dietetic Association and the Canadian Dietetic Association: nutrition for physical fitness and athletic performance for adults

6.     Van Marken Lichtenbelt, W.D., Hartgens, F.J., Vollaard, N.B., Ebbing, S. & Kuipers, H. (2004). Body Composition Changes in Bodybuilders: A Method Comparison. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 36(3), 490-497. doi: 10.1249/01.MSS.0000117159.70295.73.

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Do you feel tired, lethargic or fatigued and are not sure why? Maybe you need to get your iron levels checked.

Inside the Triathlon Nutrition Academy program we talk all about Iron and how important it is for endurance training. I want to make sure my athletes know how to recognise symptoms of deficiency but also how to fix it, quickly.

Joining me in this episode is fellow Advanced Sports Dietitian Rebecca Hall aka Beccy. She has recently submitted her Masters in Iron supplementation for endurance athletes travelling to altitude with the goal of increasing haemoglobin mass.

She is well across the research in this space but is also excellent at translating that deep science into something practical and easy to understand. 

In this episode we talk about…

•  Why iron is such an important nutrient for triathletes
• Where you find iron in your diet (hint: it’s not just red meat!)
• Advice for vegan and vegetarian athletes to meet their targets for iron intake without eating meat
• The variable bioavailability (how much is actually absorbed by the body) or iron and tips for how to enhance iron absorption
• Do we need to take a supplement?
• Plus tips for how best to manage your iron

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Are you someone that suffers from pre-race nerves?

Do you worry you’ve forgotten to do something important heading into race day?

There is A LOT to do, think about and organise when it comes to triathlon racing. Preparing for one sport is hard enough, but you’ve got to prepare yourself for 3!

Let me help you automate your racing process and take away the stress that comes with toeing the start line. I’ve put together a that outlines a range of things you might want to consider in the lead-up, on race day and also suggestions for post-race too.Triathlon Racing Checklist

Once you’re got yourself a system that works for you, simply rinse and repeat!

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It’s not often someone walks through my doors that generally eats really well. Lots of fresh fruits and vegetables, lean protein sources and minimal junk. But just because you eat healthily, doesn’t mean you’re fuelling your body with the right things to support triathlon training.

Jody is a Naturopath, Triathlete, Mumma, Wife and Triathlon Nutrition Academy athlete. She shares her experiences on what it’s like to be a member of the TNA program as a healthy eating Naturopath. What she’s learnt so far, what she wasn’t expecting to find plus so much more.  

If you’re ready to understand what you need to be eating to support triathlon training, join us inside the Triathlon Nutrition Academy. Doors open in April Learn More HERE!

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 Have you got a hot race coming up? Here’s some practical heat adaptation advice that actually works.

Joining me on this episode is Physiologist Avish Sharma. He was the lead Physiologist for Triathlon Australia in the preparation for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics which always set to be a hot environment. 

In this episode we talk about:

• Why would you want to heat adapt yourself?
• Who is it beneficial for?
• Are there any negative implications of heat adaptation?
• How do you heat adapt yourself?
• How long do the performance gains of heat acclimation last for?
• Practical suggestions if you have a hot race coming up like Cairns or Kona
• What to do if you live in a cooler environment but have to travel to a hot race? 
• Some suggestions for pre-cooling strategies you can implement to keep your core temperature down

Avish has so many practical, evidence-based ideas here to help you with racing and training in the heat.

If you’re ready to understand exactly what you need to be eating to support triathlon training and perform at your best, join us inside the Triathlon Nutrition Academy | Learn More HERE

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For further reading on heat acclimation, here are a few papers of interest: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24444197/ Costa et al. 2012. Heat acclimation responses of an ultra-endurance running group preparing for hot desert-based competition. European Journal of Sports Science.

Saunders et al, 2019. Special Environments: Altitude and Heat. International Journal of Sports Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism, 29: 210-219.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30676138/

Daane et al. 2017. Heat Acclimation Decay and Re-Induction: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Sports Medicine 48; 409-430
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40279-017-0808-x



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You’ve invested in a training program, a coach, maybe you’ve spent thousands of dollars on a new bike…why haven’t you got a plan for your nutrition yet?

So many athletes smash themselves at training with no regard for how they’re fuelling and recovering. But we only adapt i.e. get fitter and faster from the sessions we recover from. If you want to find the sweet spot where training and nutrition intersect, you might need to up your game with your nutrition…just saying.

In this episode, I asked three Triathlon Nutrition Academy athletes to join me to talk about their experiences inside the program. 

You'll hear from Jill, Luis and one of our other star TNA athletes. Each has their own unique story about how they came to join the program and their own unique learnings along the way.

Having a Sports Dietitian in your corner will change your life, I can guarantee it. Consider me your secret weapon when it comes to getting fitter, faster, stronger (and healthier!)

But let me allow these legends to share their stories...

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If you’ve been listening to the podcast for a while, you might be starting to think nutrition is the missing link in your performance.

And you know how passionate I am about getting practical, evidence-based information out there in a very noisy world.

Does any of this sound like you?

You're sick of feeling tired all the time→

→ You're frustrated you can't hit the goals you want to achieve

→ You train the house down but can't seem to shift the body fat

→ You're sick of feeling absolutely exhausted after long sessions

→ You're starting to think nutrition is the missing link

→ You think you eat pretty well but are unsure if what you're doing is right for you

If you know you need to get your nutrition sorted and are ready to have me as your Sports Dietitian - in your corner, to inspire, teach, challenge, educate and push you to train harder, recover faster and perform at YOUR BEST....

Then don't wait!

If you’re ready to join us inside the Triathlon Nutrition Academy. Doors are open NOW until 6pm AEST on Sunday the 24th of April!

Let's start your journey to become a SUPERCHARGED triathlete! 

I can’t wait to see you inside the Academy!

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When it comes to triathlon nutrition, there is a lot of crap out there!

My passion is to cut through all the noise and give you practical, evidence-based information that actually works. To fast track your success as a time-poor triathlete. 

Triathlon can be a very expensive and tech-heavy sport. You don’t just need stuff for one sport, you need stuff for three!  There are lots of gadgets and everything is upgradable -  costs that can add up quickly if you’re not careful.

But when it comes to nutrition, people don’t value investing in their nutrition because it isn’t tangible. You don’t get a shiny new object for your money.

But I would argue your body is the thing you need to spend the most on. You have it for life!

There are so many things that can affect your long term health if you’re not putting the right things in.

Listen in as I give you 3 nutrition rules every triathlete needs to abide by…

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As an endurance athlete, calcium is a key nutrient you need to be on top of. Every. Single. Day. 

Calcium is not only important for building strong bones and teeth, it’s also important for every single muscle contraction. If we’re not getting enough calcium from our diet, we borrow it from our bones. If this delicate balance is tipped in the wrong direction too often, we run the risk of having weak or porous bones. Not ideal!

In the latest episode of the podcast, I dive into…

• What role calcium plays in our body
• Why calcium is so important for triathletes
• Where we get calcium from in our diet
• How much calcium do we need? 
• What factors affect calcium absorption

You don’t need to be a dairy consumer to get enough calcium from your diet. But, if not, you do need to know where to get it from and ensure you’re hitting your targets, daily!

If you’re ready to understand your calcium needs and ensure you’re hitting your daily targets with ease, join us inside the Triathlon Nutrition Academy. Join the waitlist to be the first in the door when we open again in September! Learn More HERE

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You've done the training, you’ve dialed in your nutrition, but what about your mind? 

When it comes to racing, there is a lot you can do to prepare your body physically to perform at the best of your ability on the day. But if you haven’t got your mind switched on, then your race may not result in what you’re truly capable of.

To help give you some practical strategies to mentally prepare yourself for your next triathlon race, I asked mindset and performance coach Trang Nguyen to join me on the podcast. She is also a qualified physiotherapist, Strength and Conditioning Coach, Running Coach and Personal trainer - talk about a high achiever! 

She walks you through strategies to visualise your race goals, quieten down those pre-race nerves and ways to help you through a dark, pain cave hole during a race.

So you can be confident you’ve given it your all, and achieved what you set out to on race day. Whether that’s standing on the top of the podium, hitting a new personal best or reaching the finish line of your very first race!

If mindset is an area you need help with, connect with Trang on Instagram

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I’m a big advocate for triathletes implementing strength into their training program, but not many do it!

Maybe it’s because you’re worried about getting too sore, or putting on too much muscle mass and affecting your power to weight ratio, you have zero time, or maybe it’s because you have no idea what you should be doing!

As an Advanced Sports Dietitian, this is not my area of expertise. So joining me on the podcast is Exercise Physiologist, Huw Darnell, who specialises in strength and rehabilitation for triathletes. 

He has worked with many triathletes of all levels, from age-groupers to the elite. He does this through his online program, The Tristrong Performance Program which is the perfect way to get some qualified, evidence-based help in implementing some strength training into your program. 

Huw is all about building bulletproof bodies that are injury resilient with greater capacity. Exactly what you need to be strong and injury-free heading into race season!

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Caffeine is a well-established performance booster. Is it beneficial for endurance performance? Heck yes!

But more does not equal better when it comes to caffeine supplementation. It’s about finding the lowest dose to give the greatest effect, without the negative effects.

• How is caffeine absorbed?
• How does caffeine work?
• What are the negative effects of too much caffeine?
• Where else can you get caffeine from without needing to use tea and coffee?

Tune in to find out!

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Now that the colder months are upon us, it’s time to be proactive with our nutrition for the best immune system defence.

For active people, immune function plays a role not only in fighting off infections but also in promoting tissue repair to recover from exercise and injury. To function properly, the immune system requires lots of nutrients – both macro and micronutrients. 

For a triathlete under a heavy training load, requirements are even higher putting you at risk of a suppressed immune system if you’re not meeting your needs.

To help you stay well over the colder months, I’ve put together a few key points to keep you firing on all cylinders this winter!

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Eating for optimal health and performance doesn’t happen by accident. Think of the food choices you make when you’re time poor or in a rush…

• You’re more likely to get takeaway or eat out
• You’re more likely to grab and go whatever is available, quick and easy to fill a hole
• You’re more likely to eat a bowl of cereal for dinner
• You’re more likely to smash a protein shake after a session and go to bed without ticking all of your recovery boxes  

Let me teach you some of the strategies I use to help my athletes eat better, even when they’re time-poor. A little bit of time spent in preparation and organisation goes a LONG way when you’re trying to juggle training, work and family commitments!

If you learn something new and implement one or more of these strategies, please let me know! I’ll help you earn your organisation ninja black belt too 🥋😉 

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​​Are you sick of sucking back gels and sports drink all the time?

Are you looking for more real food options to use during exercise?

Over the years, I’ve definitely seen a movement away from commercial sports nutrition products to more real foods on the bike. But what types of foods are going to help your performance? 

In this episode I walk you through:

• When is the best time to use real foods in training?
• What types of real foods are good for on the bike?
• What types of foods should you avoid on the bike?
• Where to find recipes to make your own bike fuel

Get your copy of my Fuel Your Adventurerecipe book which includes evidenced-based, real food ideas that give you a good hit of carbohydrates, electrolytes and even protein.

These recipes still provide enough fuel for what you need but the advantage of lots of other nutrients as well. I’ve even included some savoury options for those who just can’t stomach any more sweet.

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Hydrogel technology is making a wave in the sports nutrition scene with products like Maurten hitting the market. But what is a hydrogel? And is it beneficial to endurance performance?

Joining me on the podcast is exercise physiologist at the Australian Catholic University, Andy King. Andy co-authored the review paper on all of the research to date on hydrogels and their effect on endurance exercise performance. There is no one better suited to answer these questions for us! 

In this episode we cover:

• What is a hydrogel?
• How does it work?
• Are there any negative effects of using a hydrogel compared to regular sports drinks and gels?
• What does the research to date say - Does a carbohydrate hydrogel improve exercise performance?
• Does a carbohydrate hydrogel improve gastrointestinal tolerance compared to regular sports drinks and gels?
• Is the premium price of hydrogel products worth the investment?

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Read Josh’s paper here: Glucose and Fructose Hydrogel Enhances Running Performance, Exogenous Carbohydrate Oxidation, and Gastrointestinal Tolerance

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How do you know if you’re eating enough to support training for three sports?

The body is smart. It will give you some warning signs if you’re not fuelling properly. Some warning signs will be a light touch like a feather, others will be harder like a brick being thrown at you or louder still, like being hit by a truck 🚚.

Here are a few signs you’re not eating enough:

• You’re not training well and/or your motivation to train is low
• You’re not recovering very well or quickly enough
• You keep getting annoying niggly injuries 
• You continuously get sick or can’t seem to shake things
• You have weird or exacerbated gastrointestinal issues
• Your menstrual function is light, irregular or completely absent (if not overridden by contraception)
• Your sex drive is reduced
• You have restriction and/or binging behaviours with food

So what can you do about it? Tune in to find out!

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Triathlon is a crazy sport. You’re up early, home late and when you juggle work, family, and household jobs, it can be easy to let your relationship slide. 

Particularly through the build of a key race like 70.3 or Ironman where training hours are high. 

So often I see couples and families break down because of triathlon. It can put a huge strain on your relationship, particularly if your other half is not involved in the sport!

Now this might seem completely left field for a triathlon nutrition podcast but bear with me! I’m here to help you, in any way I can. I’ve got the nutrition side covered (well mostly!) and I’m bringing in the big guns to help you in other areas.

In this episode, I’m joined by Couples Therapist, Sexologist and Sex Therapist, Isiah McKimmie. She's sharing some really practical, actionable tips you can implement to stay connected with your partner and help your relationship thrive.

Anyone can benefit from these great tips from Isiah. Whether you’re doing an Ironman or simply trying to balance all of the things in life.


LINKS:

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Website: www.isiah-mckimmie.com

For your copy of Isiah's FREE Guide to Strengthening Your Relationship, click HERE

Learn more about the 5 Love Languages and take a free quiz: HERE 

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Despite not being a focus of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy program, weight loss, or body fat loss is a surprising side bonus for many of our athletes. Renee is a great example of how eating more strategically, instead of constantly trying to eat less and cutting carbs can lead to body fat loss, without really trying. 

In this episode, Renee shares with you her nutrition journey prior to seeking support from an endurance sports dietitian specialist. She’s been on a big ride (pun intended) and has seen many nutritionists, dietitians, naturopaths etc.

Some of the key light bulb moments she’s realised about eating for triathlon…

You don’t have to count calories to lose weight💡

💡 Eating more carbohydrates hasn’t led to weight gain 

💡 By eating more strategically around training, it’s easy to achieve your body composition goals 

💡 Understanding how to fuel for swim, bike, run has led to more energy and better performance in training

Doors are sneakily open for our email list subscribers to the Triathlon Nutrition Program right now! If you are not on the list (what have you been doing?!), head to and get your name on the list now. Then check your inbox for your secret invitation. Doors close again on Sunday the 17th of July at 7 pm AEST. Be quick!

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