In this episode I recap the most epic "finish line" I've crossed so far-the birth of my son, Owen! This is a non-traditional bonus episode for those who love listening to birth stories. Thank you BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode. For 10% off your first month of therapy, visit https://www.betterhelp.com/holleyfueled --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/holleyfuelednutrition/support

In today's episode I dive into the research on ketone supplements and if they can enhance performance in athletes along with if you should consider the ketogenic diet as an athlete. Thank you BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode! For 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp, visit ⁠⁠https://www.betterhelp.com/holleyfueled⁠⁠ Check out my Online Learning Academy here for more nutrition education & support: ⁠https://holleyfuelednutrition.thinkific.com/⁠ --- Support this...

In this episode I recap my experience with running & fitness during pregnancy- the highs (completing two half marathons), the lows (being put on pelvic rest for a few months at the beginning), and everything in between! Thank you BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode of the podcast! To save 10% off your first month of therapy, visit https://www.betterhelp.com/holleyfueled --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/holleyfuelednutrition/support

In this episode I dive into how I help all clients throughout my programs set themselves up for success when it comes to building a solid foundation in their nutrition. In a world where restrictive diets, fads, and crazy nutrition strategies rule, I find most people- especially athletes- need to go back to the basics. Thank you BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode! For 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp, visit ⁠https://www.betterhelp.com/holleyfueled⁠ To check out the...

In this episode I continue the Supplement Myth Busting Series & discuss beets, beet root juice, and beet powder supplements. Are they worth the hype? Do they have performance benefits? Who should NOT take them and more! Thank you BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode! For 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp, visit ⁠https://www.betterhelp.com/holleyfueled⁠ Fueled Up Membership & Gut Health...

In this episode I share my journey to becoming a RD (dietitian), personal trainer, CEO, and certified specialist in sports dietetics (CSSD). I share my career experience in various jobs leading up to where I am today so far like dietetic internship woes and wins, bariatric surgery, diabetes education, weight management and how I eventually got into the eating disorder and sports nutrition field that I love so much today. I share tips on how to study for the RD and CSSD boards exams & how...

In this episode of the podcast I chatted with Tricia DeNardis, DPT of @burpeesandburpcloths about current recommendations and guidelines for exercise during pregnancy including debunking some myths that have been circulating in the prenatal world that can confuse some pregnant athletes. Do you need to keep your heart rate below 140? Do you need to not lift anything over 20lbs? Should you really just "do what you've always done" pre pregnancy during pregnancy? Does exercise cause miscarriage?...

In this episode I bust the myth that women shouldn't carb load & dive into the research on this topic along with my clinical experience working with hundreds of female runners. Sources referenced: PMID- 26920240, 10846030, 11408434, 12716874, 29444266 Thank you BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode! For 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp, visit ⁠⁠⁠https://www.betterhelp.com/holleyfueled⁠⁠⁠ Check out my Online Learning Academy here for more nutrition education &...

In this episode I chat with Ashley Child PharmD, BCACP of Beautiful Storm Healing about her experience navigating grief & tips for helping others experiencing grief and loss. Follow Ashley & her work at @beautifulstormhealing. Thank you BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode! For 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp, visit ⁠https://www.betterhelp.com/holleyfueled⁠ Fueled Up Membership & All...

Continuing the Supplement Myth Busting Series, I dive into caffeine, coffee, tea, chocolate, and pre-workout supplements today. We cover what caffeine is and what it does, potential pros and cons, if I recommend it, dosing for performance benefits, supplements, and more! Thank you BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode! For 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp, visit ⁠https://www.betterhelp.com/holleyfueled⁠ Fueled Up Membership & Gut Health Masterclass:...

In this episode I chat with my friend and colleague McKenzie Caldwell MPH, RDN (@fertility.prenatal.dietitian) about key things to consider & ways to overcome common challenges preconception, and throughout the 3 trimesters of pregnancy. McKenzie is a registered dietitian who specializes in nutrition for fertility & pregnancy with a weight inclusive lens. Check out McKenzie and her resources at https://www.feedyourzest.com/ Thank you BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode! For 10%...

Continuing the Supplement Myth Busting Series, I review the most popular and frequently asked about sports drinks and electrolyte products on the marker, including but not limited to: Gatorade, Powerade, Pedialyte, Skratch, LMNT, UCAN, Liquid IV, Maurten, Tailwind, and so many more! Tune in to learn what my personal top 3 faves are, unbiased reviews of these products, how they work, if I recommend them as a sports dietitian, cost comparison, how easy they are to carry, texture and flavor...

In this episode I chatted with my colleague Dr. Kim Schwabenbauer RD, CSSD about what nutrition looks like for NFL football players on the Steelers! We discussed her role as the sports dietitian for an NFL team, common challenges players face when it comes to nutrition, body image, body composition, and more. To check out the Runner Roadmap Course visit https://www.holleyfuelednutrition.com/roadmap and use code PODCAST10 at checkout for 10% off. --- Support this podcast:...

In this episode of the pod, I give you a little life update- I am pregnant! We are expecting our first baby in Jan 2024 & are super excited. There have been some ups and downs along the way & I wanted to talk about some things that don't get talked about enough when it comes to pregnancy in the hopes that if you are, have been, or want to be pregnant, you feel less alone! Thank you BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode! For 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp,...

In this episode I give my personal and professional, unsponsored by sports nutrition company reviews of the most popular & requested gels & chews on the market such as Maurten, UCAN, Huma, GU, E-Gel by Crank, SIS and so many more! Tune in to learn what my personal top 3 faves are, unbiased reviews of these products, how they work, if I recommend them as a sports dietitian, cost comparison, how easy they are to open, texture and flavor notes, and more! Thank you BetterHelp for...

In this episode I had the pleasure of chatting with Rachel Egan RN, PMHNP-BC about body image, why it's significant, and how it can impact your health and performance as an endurance athlete. Rachel D. Egan, RN, PMHNP-BC, (she/her) is a nurse practitioner trained to treat mental health disorders in clients of all ages. Rachel specializes in the treatment of eating disorders, ADHD, and PTSD and works with clients with numerous other diagnoses including anxiety and depression. Currently, Rachel...

In this episode I continue the Supplement Myth Busting series and cover creatine. Creatine supplements have been around for a while- I cover what creatine is, what it does (or rather what it has been claimed to do), pros/cons of creatine supplementation, how to supplement & dosing, who supplementation may benefit most and who it may not be a good idea for, and so much more! Thank you BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode! For 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp, visit...

In this episode I had the pleasure of speaking with Martinus Evans, who is the founder of the Slow AF Run Club, author of Slow AF Run Club: the ultimate guide for anyone who wants to run, running coach, and activist. We chatted about his running story, how to make running a more inclusive sport, why diet culture and elitist running culture send the wrong messages to create a welcoming, health promoting environment for runners of all levels, and some tips to get started as a beginner runner...

In this episode I chat with Baz Moffat of The Well HQ about pelvic health, pelvic floor, and why you should care about it especially if you are an athlete with a pelvis. Baz is a former professional rower for team Great Britain, women's health advocate, personal trainer & coach, and coauthor of The Female Body Bible. Check out her resources: https://www.thewell-hq.com/ Order The Female Body Bible: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Female-Body-Bible-Revolution-Fitness/dp/1787636194/ To check...

In this episode of the Holley Fueled Nutrition Podcast, we chat about electrolytes & performance hydration and how important this is for endurance athletes. If you have been wondering how much fluid & electrolytes you need to take in during your training & beyond, tune in to this episode to find out! To check out my online school, courses, and masterclasses (including those on hydration & fueling): https://holleyfuelednutrition.thinkific.com/ --- Support this podcast:...

In this episode I discuss how to know if racing two marathons per year is a good idea or not, why you might be plateauing, experiencing unfavorable body composition changes, poor sleep, exhaustion, and losing that *spark* to your running habit. I discuss this in the context of a common pattern that I see in the running community for those trying to BQ (Boston Qualify), run consecutive Boston Marathons in a row, and get faster in the marathon in general. Thank you Skratch Labs for...

In this episode we cover melatonin: the research on if it is a supplement worth taking, who it is NOT a good idea for, proper sleep hygiene, and more! Thank you Skratch Labs for sponsoring today's episode of the podcast! To save 20% on your Skratch Lab purchase visit www.skratchlabs.com/HOLLEY20 & use code HOLLEY20. Want to join my FUELED UP Masterclass Membership and get access to all my past, present, and future masterclasses? Check it out here:...

In this episode I recap my experience at the Boston Marathon 2023 where I PRed, BQed, and negative split the course for the second year in a row and had the best time! Thank you Skratch Labs for sponsoring today's episode of the podcast! To save 20% on your Skratch Lab purchase visit ⁠⁠www.skratchlabs.com/HOLLEY20⁠⁠ & use code HOLLEY20. Join my Masterclass Membership to receive access to past, present, and future masterclasses & workshops:...

In this episode, we re-visit an episode from the Fall Race Series back in 2021 & revamp it for spring race season. We cover taper nutrition, how to adjust your nutrition during your taper, carb loading for your race, what NOT to do, and more. Check out my Runner Roadmap Course: https://www.holleyfuelednutrition.com/roadmap Thank you Skratch Labs for sponsoring today's episode of the podcast! To save 20% on your Skratch Lab purchase visit www.skratchlabs.com/HOLLEY20 & use code...

In this episode, I cover artificial sweeteners & other natural non-nutritive sweeteners like stevia. Are they safe to consume and how much? What even are they and how are they made? I also cover recent research findings (such as the newer 2023 study on erythritol) & what I tell my clients too. Thank you Skratch Labs for sponsoring today's episode of the podcast! To save 20% on your Skratch Lab purchase visit www.skratchlabs.com/HOLLEY20 & use code HOLLEY20.