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Fuelin Sessions explores how to fuel for peak performance, faster recovery, and long-term health with science-backed insights you can trust. Episodes feature leading experts, athletes, and coaches sharing proven fueling strategies for triathletes, runners, cyclists, and all high-performing athletes.
Co-hosted by Fuelin Co-Founder Scott Tindal, former Head of Performance Nutrition for the Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL), America’s Cup, and Pro Rugby, and Jan Frodeno, Olympic gold medalist and 3X IRONMAN World Champion.
Created by Fuelin, the app that simplifies eating for performance - fuelin.com
Co-hosted by Fuelin Co-Founder Scott Tindal, former Head of Performance Nutrition for the Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL), America’s Cup, and Pro Rugby, and Jan Frodeno, Olympic gold medalist and 3X IRONMAN World Champion.
Created by Fuelin, the app that simplifies eating for performance - fuelin.com
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It is Challenge Roth race week so it is only right that we bring you a podcast with Fuelin athlete, Frederic Funk & Challenge Roth Champion, Daniela Ryf. Frederic is preparing for his first long distance triathlon so we hear all about his final preparations, how fueling has changed and what to expect on the big day.Follow Fuelin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getfuelinLearn more about the Fuelin app: https://www.fuelin.com#Fuelin #FuelinSessions #FredericFunk #TriathlonFueling #ChallengeRoth
We are back with part 2 of the Road to Kona series with IRONMAN 70.3 World Champ, Holly Lawrence. In this episode, we hear about how postpartum return to training has created a small setback and how she has overcome this to get back on track to reach her goal of qualifying for the Big Island in October.Stay tuned for part 3.
That is right, Holly is targeting Kona in 2025! We will be bringing you exclusive chats with Holly and Scott throughout the year around how comeback post pregnancy, her training load and nutrition to be in IRONMAN shape and how it is to now be Mom to Poppy.
In episode 1 we cover Holly getting fit again postpartum, how her body has changed and what is the plan of attack to ensure she is at peak fitness come October 2025.
Learn more about Fuelin and how personalized nutrition can help you achieve your goals at: https://www.fuelin.com
In this episode, Scott and Dr. Alan McCubbin conclude their discussion on Dr. McCubbin's latest research paper, "Sodium Intake for Athletes." In part 3, they delve into the ongoing debates surrounding carbohydrate intake, the biases present in nutrition research, and the importance of understanding fluid and sodium replacement strategies during and after exercise.STUDY: McCubbin, A.J.**Sodium intake for athletes before, during and after exercise: review and recommendations. Perform. Nutr. 1, 11 (2025). https://doi.org/10.1186/s44410-025-00011-9Fuelin on Instagram Check Out The Fuelin App
In this episode, Scott and Dr. Alan McCubbin continue their discussion on Dr. McCubbin's latest research paper, "Sodium Intake for Athletes." In part 2 they explore common beliefs surrounding sodium intake, the impact of sodium on thirst and muscle cramping, and the risks of hyponatremia. STUDY: McCubbin, A.J.**Sodium intake for athletes before, during and after exercise: review and recommendations. Perform. Nutr. 1, 11 (2025). https://doi.org/10.1186/s44410-025-00011-9Fuelin on Instagram Check Out The Fuelin App
In this episode, Scott Tindal and Dr. Alan McCubbin delve into Dr. McCubbin’s latest research paper, which explores the complexities of sodium intake in sports nutrition. They discuss the importance of sodium for hydration, the differences in sodium needs between the general population and athletes, and the implications of sodium intake before exercise. The conversation also covers hyperhydration strategies, the role of sodium in weight manipulation for athletes, and the need for personalized sodium recommendations.STUDY: McCubbin, A.J.**Sodium intake for athletes before, during and after exercise: review and recommendations. Perform. Nutr. 1, 11 (2025). https://doi.org/10.1186/s44410-025-00011-9Fuelin on Instagram Check Out The Fuelin App
In this episode, Scott interviews Fuelin athlete Megan Ivers, who shares her remarkable journey of transformation through nutrition and performance. They discuss the importance of proper fueling, the role of mindset, and the impact of community support in achieving athletic goals. Fuelin on Instagram Check Out The Fuelin App
In this episode, Scott Tindal and Brady Holmer discuss the accuracy of AI in calorie estimation, caffeine's inability to offset ketogenic performance deficits fully, and findings that aerobic training outperforms concurrent training for reducing body fat.Studies:Performance Evaluation of 3 Large Language Models for Nutritional Content Estimation from Food ImagesCAFFEINE: Habitual coffee consumption and risk of frailty in later lifeCaffeine enhances performance regardless of fueling strategy; however, high carbohydrate availability is associated with improved training speeds compared with ketogenic diet - Comparison of concurrent, resistance, or aerobic training on body fat loss: a systematic review and meta-analysis. J Int Soc Sports Nutr. 2025Peter Attia Social PostBrady's SubstackFuelin on Instagram Check Out The Fuelin App
In this episode of FuelIn Sessions, Scott Tindal sits down with triathlete Magda Mayer to discuss her pivot from gymnastics to triathlon. Magda opens up about navigating toxic sports cultures, overcoming anorexia, the critical role of therapy in recovery, and how Fuelin helped her learn why fueling—not restricting—is the true secret to athletic performance.Fuelin on Instagram Check Out The Fuelin App
In this episode of the podcast, Scott is joined by Dr. Alan McCubbin to discuss the intricacies of resting metabolic rate (RMR) and DEXA scans. They explore a recent study that examines the impact of dietary and exercise manipulation on RMR and DEXA results, emphasizing the importance of standardization in testing procedures, and explore their significance in assessing body composition and athlete health. Study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39283225/Fuelin on Instagram Check Out The Fuelin App
In this episode, Scott is joined by Megan Foley, and they delve into the often-overlooked macronutrient, fat. They discuss its importance for endurance athletes, the differences in fat requirements between genders, and the implications of dietary fat on performance and health.Fuelin on Instagram Check Out The Fuelin App
In this episode, Scott is joined by Dr. Alan McCubbin to discuss a study examining the effects of different carbohydrate ingestion patterns on physiological responses and performance in cycling. The study found no significant differences in performance between small, frequent carbohydrate feeds and larger, less frequent feeds. Scott and Alan emphasize the importance of personalization in fueling strategies for endurance athletes and highlight the need for further research in this area.Study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40489306/Fuelin on Instagram
In this episode, Scott is joined by Brady Holmer to discuss the impact of substrate oxidation on running performance, focusing on a recent study comparing high-carbohydrate and low-carbohydrate diets. They explore the implications of the study's findings, the importance of metabolic flexibility, and the limitations of the research design.Study: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/sms.70132?campaign=woletocBrady's SubstackFuelin on Instagram Learn more about the Fuelin app
In this episode of FuelIn Sessions, Scott & Jan Frodeno are joined by Dr. Andy Sparks of Maurten to talk about their Sodium Bicarb System. They dig into the science of nutrition for endurance athletes, discuss Andy Sparks's journey in nutritional science, the transition from academia to industry, and the importance of sodium bicarbonate and carbohydrate intake in enhancing athletic performance. Follow Fuelin on InstagramLearn more about the Fuelin app: https://www.fuelin.com
In this episode, Scott Tindal discusses the importance of the off-season for endurance athletes with Matt Hanson and Rae Harris of Humango.AI. They explore strategies for recovery, the physiological and psychological aspects of taking time off, and how to maintain fitness during downtime. The conversation also covers the significance of strength training and nutrition strategies during the holidays. Follow Fuelin on InstagramLearn more about the Fuelin app: https://www.fuelin.com
In this episode, Scott Tindal and Megan Foley discuss the protein requirements for endurance athletes, with a focus on the differences between male and female athletes. They explore the importance of protein for recovery, the impact of the menstrual cycle on protein needs, and the significance of maintaining adequate protein intake during caloric deficits. Follow Fuelin on InstagramLearn more about the Fuelin app: https://www.fuelin.com
In this episode of FuelIn Sessions, Scott Tindal and Dr. Alan McCubbin discuss the exciting launch of Algorithm V2. They dig into how the new algorithm enhances personalization for a diverse range of athletes, allowing users to input specific thresholds and account for physical activity outside of training. The conversation highlights the introduction of the Smart Meals feature, which simplifies meal planning, and the importance of AI tracking for accurate nutritional data. Follow Fuelin on InstagramLearn more about the Fuelin app: https://www.fuelin.com
In this episode, Scott is joined by five-time 70.3 World Champion Daniela Ryf to discuss the intricacies of race nutrition, particularly for the 70.3 distance. They explore the differences between 70.3 and Ironman racing, the importance of carb loading, and strategies for race-day breakfast and bike nutrition.Follow Fuelin on InstagramLearn more about the Fuelin app: https://www.fuelin.com
In this episode, Scott and Holly Lawrence unpack her 6th-place finish at the Ironman World Championship in Kona. Holly reflects on her race day experience, including the challenges she faced and the emotions of crossing the finish line. They explore Holly's race preparation, lessons learned from previous races, heat acclimation strategies, and the importance of nutrition and hydration.Follow Fuelin on InstagramLearn more about the Fuelin app: https://www.fuelin.com
In this episode of the podcast, Scott is joined by Managing Director of Pushing Limits, Nick Staggenborg, and Professional Triathlete Frederic Funk. They discuss Fred's full-distance triathlon debut at Challenge Roth, his fueling strategy, and how it was to race the new distance. They also briefly discuss the new Pushing Limits integration with the Fuelin app as a part of the newly announced German version of the app! https://pushing-limits.dehttps://humango.ai/Follow Fuelin on InstagramLearn more about the Fuelin app: https://www.fuelin.com
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