What’s on our minds lately? In this episode, we share thoughts on testing services that help you take control of your health and performance. We also chat about one of the most important questions you can ask yourself about the supplements you take, and the ones you are considering taking in the future.  ------- Help keep our podcast free from sponsors and take advantage of special benefits and opportunities for bonus content with Bob and Dina. Go to our new Patreon to show your...

In this Inside Scoop episode, Bob and Dina discuss some proposed health and athletic benefits of hydrogen-rich water (aka “hydrogenated water”) presented in a 2024 systematic review paper from the International Journal of Molecular Sciences. Listen in to hear whether we find hydrogen-rich water to be a hoax or whether it’s our new favorite beverage. Links: Systematic Review: Hydrogen Water – Extra Healthy or a Hoax? Paper: Acute effect of hydrogen-rich water on physical, perceptual...

We sit down with friend of the show, Sports Dietitian and ultrarunner, Rebecca (Becca) Rick, to hear how she prepared for her first 200+ mile distance race at the Moab 240 and how her fueling and hydration unfolded. You’ll hear what she did differently from her 100-mile races and some fueling insights that many ultrarunners miss out on. Our discussion includes: Becca’s athletic background Her path to becoming a Registered Dietitian and how this has helped her personally  Preparation...

Bob and Dina discuss some highlights of a new review and position stand paper by the International Society of Sports Nutrition on ketogenic diets. Are you curious whether this is something you should try and whether it would help (or harm) you? Tune into this episode to get our inside scoop and Sports Dietitian viewpoints. Our discussion includes: Ketogenic Diet vs. Low Carb High Fat Diet (LCHF) vs. Metabolic Efficiency Eating patterns Reasons to consider a ketogenic diet and not...

David Roche (coach, writer, sub-ultra runner AND ultrarunner, winner of the 2024 Leadville 100 ultra) joins us to chat about how his nutrition plan unfolded for the Leadville 100. Not only did he smash the previous course record time for the Leadville race, but he also showed that high performing ultrarunners can push the limits of high carb fueling and benefit from ergogenic aids like sodium bicarbonate.  Our discussion includes: David’s athletic background Changes in his nutrition...

Catch this episode to hear 3 nutrition-related viewpoints that Bob and Dina have changed their minds on over the years and the reasons for doing so. -- Check out our new Patreon membership options over at patreon.com/isnpodcast – sign up and take advantage of some special benefits, savings, and opportunities for bonus content with Bob and Dina. Follow Bob on Instagram at @enrgperformance and Dina at @nutritionmechanic. Learn about Bob and Dina’s nutrition and coaching services and...

Do you have a strategy for your grocery shopping or are you winging it? You’re going to want to tune in to this episode to hear our 13 tips for ways to approach your grocery shopping that will save you money, time, and stress.  -- Check out our new Patreon membership options over at patreon.com/isnpodcast – sign up and take advantage of some special benefits, savings, and opportunities for bonus content with Bob and Dina. Follow Bob on Instagram at @enrgperformance and Dina at...

Ema Thake, Sports Dietitian and Director of Performance Nutrition for the Denver Broncos, joins us to share her insights and experiences as a Sports Dietitian from the collegiate level to her current work for a professional football team.  Our discussion includes: Ema’s athletic background and how she got into the field of sports nutrition Changes in sports nutrition throughout her collegiate experience Challenges that collegiate athletes face and biggest nutrition mistakes that are...

What sort of dietary and supplement changes did Dina make since knee surgery in February? We do a quick 6-month overview of the process so you can hear what a Sport Dietitian did to support her recovery process, along with discussing the exercise progression. You can catch our earlier episode 119 to hear more about her nutrition changes that occurred right after her skiing accident and around surgery for more background.  -- Connect with the podcast on Instagram @isnpodcast and on...

In this Ask Us Anything #17, we address a listener question for how to get more protein as a vegan athlete. Even if you are vegetarian or an omnivore, you can use these tips to get more plant protein in your daily nutrition plan.   Send us your questions to [email protected] or DM us through our IG @isnpodcast or Facebook @insidesportsnutrition and we’ll get your question addressed on a future AUA episode.  -- This episode is brought to you by All Around Snack Co. which...

We sit down with Carrie Tollefson, who is a public speaker, 2004 Olympian with an extensive middle distance running career and sports broadcaster, to talk about her running journey and her experiences in sports media coverage such as the recent Paris Olympics.  We discuss: Carrie’s athletic background Her reflections at the 20-year mark of being an Olympian Her nutrition journey from youth through Olympic days to current days as a Mom and masters athlete What it was like to be a...

Elizabeth McNear, Consulting Sports Dietitian for the Oakland A’s and owner of Transitional Nutrition, joins us to talk about nutrition for baseball.  We discuss: Elizabeth’s background and how she got into the field of sports nutrition Her experiences from her early career in university athletics  How she got into baseball Special concerns for baseball players and differences between types of players Her roles working with the Oakland A’s team A nutrition and hydration walk...

We meet with Gregoire Guyot, Vice President of Product, Innovation and Impact for NAAK, a Canadian-based sport nutrition company that creates efficient, sustainable and high quality fueling products for endurance athletes (especially the ultra trail runners!). Tune in to learn more about Gregoire, the philosophy of NAAK’s approach to creating sports nutrition products, and highlights of some of their products. We also discuss: His athletic background and how he got into his career The...

In this episode, we chat about Bob’s self-supported attempt to complete a 200-mile trek on the Colorado Trail after this year’s training for the Tahoe 200 with his athlete, Linda Quirk.  Links: The Colorado Trail Episode 136 Bob’s Tahoe 200 recap and What’s Next Episode 130 Bob’s training for the Tahoe 200 Episode 132 Bob’s nutrition training for the Tahoe 200 Episode 124 with Leighton Phillips of S-Fuels The ENRG Bites from All Around Snack Co and the newly formulated ENRG...

In this Ask Us Anything #16, we address a listener curiosity about beetroot powder, nitrates, and beetroot supplements. We discuss: What are nitrates? The benefits of nitric oxide  Why beets are a powerhouse food Eating whole beets vs. using beet powders Effects of aging upon nitric oxide production Types of athletes who may benefit from nitrate supplementation  Considerations for taking beetroot powder What about female athletes? Testing for nitric oxide Links: ...

Jamie Meeks, Head Sports Dietitian for the New Orleans Saints joins us for a fun conversation to talk about her experiences in becoming the first Sports Dietitian to work with Louisiana State University Athletics and insights into her current role with the Saints.  We also discuss: Cabbage ball – say what?  The origin story for how Jamie got into the field of nutrition and dietetics  Her experiences at LSU with the various athletic teams How she made the move to NFL and the New...

Vomiting happens in some endurance sports such as ultrarunning, but does that mean we should normalize it? We share our perspectives along with some strategies to help you avoid or minimize vomiting from happening to you during your training and racing endeavors.  -- This episode is brought to you by All Around Snack Co. which features tasty snacks that are low in added sugars, contain zero dyes, colorings or additives and help control blood sugar for steady energy levels throughout...

In this Ask Us Anything #15 episode, we answer two listener questions related to creatine supplementation in hot weather and the Naak energy drink for ultra running.  We love our listener questions, so keep them coming!   Links: Episode 35 that included a conversation about palatinose, a unique carbohydrate source Episode 113 about carbohydrate absorption and carbohydrate recommendations Naak sports nutrition website Send us your questions to [email protected] or DM...

In this Soapbox episode, we address some problems related to general carbohydrate guidance and carbohydrate comparison in sports nutrition products. Listen in to learn how to be more savvy! -- This episode is brought to you by All Around Snack Co. which features tasty snacks that are low in added sugars, contain zero dyes, colorings or additives and help control blood sugar for steady energy levels throughout the day.  Use code ISNPODCAST24 to save 15% on your purchase. Want to try the...

In this Ask Us Anything #14 episode, we address a listener question whether athletes can create a predetermined electrolyte plan for workouts.  You’ll learn the variables to consider along with tools that can help you hone in on what is appropriate for you.    Send us your questions to [email protected] or DM us through our IG @isnpodcast or Facebook @insidesportsnutrition and we’ll get your question addressed on a future AUA episode.  -- This episode is brought to...

Tune in for this Part 3 to hear the recap of Bob’s Tahoe 200 ultramarathon experience where he was running with his athlete and good friend, Linda Quirk, who is a young 71 years of age. DNFs are never desirable, but we can still learn from them and take our appreciation into future endeavors. You’ll also hear what Bob is planning next! Links: Episode 130 discussing Bob’s training for the Tahoe 200 Episode 132 discussing Bob’s nutrition training for the Tahoe 200 Episode 124 with...

We sit down with Lexi Kelson, the Marketing Manager and Dietitian at Precision Fuel & Hydration, to learn more about the array of hydration and fueling products and what makes them different from others on the market.  Our discussion includes:  How Lexi got into dietetics, her background, and her roles at Precision Fuel & Hydration Nuances between types of sodium in hydration products How to better figure out how much to drink during exercise Signs you might be a salty...

We sit down with Dr. Erin Ayala, Licensed Psychologist and Certified Mental Performance Consultant, to talk about the mental side of injury and injury recovery in athletes.  Our discussion includes:  How Dr. Erin got into the field of counseling and sport psychology and her current research and projects Her athletic background and current athletic pursuits Types of injury in athletes and what areas of the athlete are impacted The roles of nutrition and sleep in injury rehab ...

In this Ask Us Anything #13 episode, we first do a quick catch up with Dina to see how her injury recovery is going from knee surgery and then we discuss a listener question related to nutrition periodization and the periodization plates. Tune in to learn more about how to build a plate that supports plant-based eating for sprint and middle distance running and an extra tip for those who are also masters athletes.  Links: Bob’s books to learn more about Nutrition Periodization and...