The pressure to achieve ideal weight in cycling and triathlon, hit competitive power-to-weight ratios, and meet physical expectations drives a surprising number of male and female elite athletes into a state of low energy availability. In this series, we explore RED-S, what it entails, and why diagnosing it is so complex. If you missed the first episode, we strongly recommend starting there as these two episodes serve as a comprehensive guide for athletes at all levels looking to enhance their performance through proper nutrition and hydration, with a focus on both physical and mental well-being. CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro 02:57 Best Practices for Treating RED-S 05:46 The Importance of Mental Health in Sports Nutrition 09:07 Educating Young Athletes on Nutrition and Health 11:56 The Counterintuitive Benefits of Increased Energy Intake 14:47 Shifting Mindsets Around Nutrition and Eating Behaviors 18:01 Tailoring Nutrition to Training Demands 20:52 Fluid and Electrolyte Management for Athletes 23:47 The Role of Sodium in Hydration and Performance 26:57 Nutrient Density and Whole Foods in Athletic Diets 29:50 Practical Nutrition Strategies for Endurance Athletes 33:03 The Importance of Training the Gut for Endurance Events 35:48 Emerging Research and Trends in Sports Nutrition 56:00 Ending IMPORTANT LINKS RED-S Study: Escape Collective Researchgate Study Full Paper, click here.  RED-S Symptoms Overview  – GUEST – Dani Hofstetter has been fueling champions for over 20 years. He holds the IOC Diploma in Sports Nutrition, awarded by the International Olympic Committee as part of the IOC Medical and Scientific Commission program. Throughout his career, he has worked with a wide range of athletes, from World Tour cyclists to mountaineers and amateur cyclists. CONNECT ⁠⁠Dani Hofstetter bio⁠⁠ ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Strava⁠⁠  – HOST – Søren Jensen, Global Marketing Manager at Castelli, has worked for this iconic brand since 2006. He usually rides backroads and dirt trails, testing new gear in the Italian Dolomites. If you can't find him there, check the Castelli Headquarters in Fonzaso. CONNECT ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.