The Eat for Endurance Podcast

• What Maurten's Lead Performance Dietitian Wants You to Know about Sodium Bicarb and Other Fueling Strategies

  In Episode 122 of The Eat for Endurance Podcast, I’m catching up with Lauren Thomas, an endurance athlete and the Lead Performance Dietitian for Maurten in the US.Lauren has been a collegiate sports RD, a Tactical Performance Dietitian within US Special Operations, and now works with athletes of all levels at Maurten.This episode is a grab-bag of topics, all focusing on overcoming sports nutrition challenges to improve performance. From sodium bicarbonate and hydration to real-life fueling logistics, Lauren offers a thoughtful perspective based on her unique mix of experiences.Lauren and I discuss:8:32: Why athletes benefit from having the support of a multi-disciplinary team to reach health and fitness goals13:23: Why fueling periodization matters, and how under-fueling on shorter training days can derail progress29:10: Whether sodium bicarb is really worth the hype, and when it may help endurance athletes37:00: When and how to correctly prioritize fluid, carb, and sodium intake, and why US athletes often overdo electrolytes44:00: The role of sport culture and race terrain in shaping fueling strategiesFYI: This episode is NOT sponsored by Maurten. We do talk about Maurten products, as that is part of Lauren’s career and story, but as always, I encourage you to try different products and strategies to find what works best for you. 🎧 Tune in to learn more!Links & Resources:Follow Lauren on InstagramJoin my membership service, Fuel for Life Crew, for $30/month (cancel anytime)Check out my free nutrition downloadsBrowse my library of nutrition masterclasses (all are included inside the Fuel for Life Crew membership)Interested in 1:1 coaching? Fill out a new client inquiry formSupport the pod by shopping with my affiliate codesJoin my Patreon communityGet in touch at [email protected] Enjoyed this episode? Please leave a 5-star review and subscribe to help more athletes fuel smarter!Disclaimer: All information provided is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is in no way meant to replace individual medical and nutrition recommendations.Want to get in touch? Send Claire a message!Support the showThanks for listening! Follow me on Instagram and Facebook (@eatforendurance).

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• The Eat for Endurance Podcast Turns 6 🎉 + Birthday Giveaway!

  🎂 The Eat for Endurance Podcast just turned SIX!On August 13, 2019, I released my first two episodes, and it’s been quite a journey ever since. Today, I’m celebrating six years, 121 episodes, listeners in 162 countries, and countless inspiring conversations with athletes and sports dietitians.Whether it’s been big-name guests like Courtney Dauwalter, Jesse Diggins, Meb Keflezighi, Lael Wilcox, Tara Dower, and Matt Wilpers, or incredible recreational athletes and fellow sports RDs, I’ve loved bringing you a wide range of nutrition stories and expertise since day one.In this 13-minute episode, I share:How the podcast beganA look back at standout guests and momentsThe behind-the-scenes reality of keeping this show going (including things I haven’t figured out yet)How YOU can help support the podcast’s futureTo celebrate, I’m holding a special birthday giveaway to win one of two prizes:An Eat for Endurance BOCO technical trucker hat + stickerOne free month in my Fuel for Life Crew membershipTo enter: Visit THIS LINK and submit your name + email between August 14–21, 2025. One winner per prize will be chosen at random and announced on Friday, August 22nd.Thank you for being here and fueling your training, and your life, with me these past six years. Here’s to many more! 🎧 Support the Podcast:Share your favorite episode with a friend or on socials (tag me!)Leave a 5-star rating & review on Apple Podcasts or SpotifySubscribe wherever you listen (or on YouTube)Join my Patreon communityShop using my affiliate links Join Fuel for Life Crew for just $30/month (cancel anytime)Check out my free nutrition downloads and my masterclassesGet in touch at [email protected] Want to get in touch? Send Claire a message!Support the showThanks for listening! Follow me on Instagram and Facebook (@eatforendurance).

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• Why Fat is So Important For Athletes

  In episode 121 of The Eat for Endurance Podcast, I’m joined by Natalie Robertello, MS RD CSSD of BeFueled Sports Nutrition. Natalie is a wealth of knowledge, and as an endurance athlete herself, she’s the perfect person to deep dive into the one macronutrient I haven't podcasted about yet...FAT!  We clear up myths, provide practical strategies, and cover everything else you need to know about how fat fits into everyday and performance nutrition.Whether you’re still holding onto low-fat diet messaging, getting sucked into the current media surrounding seed oils, confused about saturated fats and cholesterol, or just unsure how much fat you need as an athlete, this episode will help you confidently include fat in a way that supports your performance, recovery, and overall health.Natalie and I discuss:Whether you really need to avoid eggs or limit higher fat dairy if you have high cholesterolIf seed oils are actually inflammatory (spoiler: they’re not)The importance of omega-3 fats and when supplementation might helpWhy going high fat low carb is not a great choice for most athletesWhy fat is essential for hormone health, nutrient absorption, satiety, meeting energy needs, and more🎧 Tune in to learn more!Links & Resources:Visit the BeFueled Sports Nutrition website and check out her self-paced course, Power UpFollow Natalie on InstagramJoin my membership service, Fuel for Life Crew, for $30/month (cancel anytime)Check out my free nutrition downloadsInterested in 1:1 coaching? Fill out a new client inquiry formUse code EATFORENDURANCE20 for 20% off at Skratch LabsJoin my Patreon communityGet in touch at [email protected] Enjoyed this episode? Please leave a 5-star review and subscribe to help more athletes fuel smarter!Disclaimer: All information provided is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is in no way meant to replace individual medical and nutrition recommendations.Want to get in touch? Send Claire a message!Support the showThanks for listening! Follow me on Instagram and Facebook (@eatforendurance).

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• Embracing an Alcohol-Free Lifestyle as a Multi-Sport Athlete

  In episode 120 of The Eat for Endurance Podcast, I’m joined by Emily Holland, a trail runner, climber, creative business owner, and all-around outdoor enthusiast based in Boulder, Colorado. Emily is the co-founder of Wild Poppy Creative Consulting, where she helps small businesses and creatives increase their impact.I first connected with Emily earlier this year when she and her business partner, Angie (who you may remember from episode 110), supported me behind the scenes with this very podcast. We hit it off immediately, and I knew I wanted to bring her on the show to share her story.In this episode, Emily shares her journey to embracing an alcohol-free lifestyle and how that decision has transformed her relationship with movement, food, and self-care. We also dive into how she fuels her multi-sport adventures, including trail running, hiking, rock climbing, and skiing, with more energy, joy, and intention.Emily and I discuss:Her evolution from using exercise as punishment to finding joy in movementWhy she chose to stop drinking alcohol and how it’s improved her mental and physical healthFueling strategies for trail running vs. rock climbingHer favorite sports nutrition tools and non-alcoholic beveragesHow small mindset shifts around food, alcohol, and movement have made a big differenceThat alcohol-free isn’t all or nothing, it’s about paying attention to how it makes you feel🎧 Tune in to learn more!Links & Resources:Visit the Wild Poppy Creative Co websiteFollow Emily on InstagramJoin my membership service, Fuel for Life Crew, for $30/month (cancel anytime)Check out my free nutrition downloadsInterested in 1:1 coaching? Fill out a new client inquiry formUse code EATFORENDURANCE20 for 20% off at Skratch LabsJoin my Patreon communityGet in touch at [email protected] Enjoyed this episode? Please leave a 5-star review and subscribe to help more athletes fuel smarter!Disclaimer: All information provided is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is in no way meant to replace individual medical and nutrition recommendations.Want to get in touch? Send Claire a message!Support the showThanks for listening! Follow me on Instagram and Facebook (@eatforendurance).

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• Fueling on the Fly: Travel Nutrition Tips for Busy Athletes

  In episode 119 of The Eat for Endurance Podcast, I’m on the mic solo to share some of my favorite travel nutrition tips for busy athletes, inspired by decades of personal experience and 10+ years as a sports dietitian helping active people fuel on the go. Travel is fun, exciting, and can be an enriching experience from a fitness and nutrition perspective, but it can also throw your fueling routine completely off track.Whether you’re headed out for local errands, a vacation, work trip, or a destination race, this episode will help you plan ahead with confidence (and without obsessing over every bite). You’ll walk away with practical, evidence-based strategies to stay fueled, hydrated, and energized wherever life takes you.Key Takeaways:Why travel nutrition matters (and the most common fueling mistakes)How different types of travel impact your nutrition needsTips for commuting around town, work travel, vacations, plane vs road trips, and traveling for a raceHow to stay proactive and create a flexible but individualized planPacking the right sports nutrition and gear to stay active while you're awayHow to prep before and after a trip so you’re not scrambling for food🎧 Tune in to learn more!Links & Resources:Travel Nutrition Tips & Checklist FreebieTravel Snack Foods & Checklist BlogFueling on the Fly MasterclassCarb Loading Mini GuideFree Race Day Fueling Plan TemplatesJoin my membership service, Fuel for Life Crew, for $30/month (includes ALL of my masterclasses and downloads, cancel anytime)Check out my free nutrition downloadsInterested in 1:1 coaching? Fill out a new client inquiry formJoin my Patreon communityGet in touch at [email protected] Enjoyed this episode? Please leave a 5-star review and subscribe to help more athletes fuel smarter!Disclaimer: All information provided is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is in no way meant to replace individual medical and nutrition recommendations.Want to get in touch? Send Claire a message!Support the showThanks for listening! Follow me on Instagram and Facebook (@eatforendurance).

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