23/10/2025
Underfueling culture - e.g announcing how often you run ‘fasted’ when we know it’s detrimental to performance, energy availability and recovery
Can we stop with the pressure about being as lean as possible associated with improved performance. Because if you’re underfuelling to get lean I can guarantee your performance will go to sh*t
Carbs are the MVP for endurance athletes, no need to say more
Generic meal plans that don’t consider your clinical/med history, your training load, injury history, hormones etc. they just aren’t it and are a waste of $$
Body composition does have its place and there can be some need for monitoring (very sport specific) but it is not the be all and end all and is not the only factor influencing performance.
Too often when working with athletes I discover disordered eating habits, that from other athletes/coaches etc are applauded because they are so ‘committed’ and ‘disciplined’. Look out for each other, know the signs someone is struggling with their relationship with food &/or their body
Training your gut to tolerate carbs around training is crucial, and can take some time and different approaches/strategies. Race/comp day plans tie in with this too and is something that should be included.
Let me repeat, it is not normal to be exhausted all the time, feel like you have to drag yourself out of bed and it’s a struggle to get through your sessions. Burnout is a big sign you need some help, and it often starts with nutrition and training load management
