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Fuelling your running with science, tips and nutrition- The Fuelled Runner is the place to get information that is backed by science to support your training
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Carb loading and tapering- how do we do it?!The whole aim of these last few weeks of your marathon training block is to give you the best shot possible on race day and in this episode I talk all about:What tapering is and why we do it?How to structure your taperCommon taper mistakesWhat carb loading isHow to carb load without overcomplicating itPractical tips for race weekYou can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @ssecc for moreHappy running, TFR x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Let’s talk snacks! Marathon fuelling’s unsung hero.In this episode I talk all about:Why snacking is importantHow it supports our bodies and trainingPre run snacksGeneral snacks and how to build themIdeas for snacksPersonalisation of snacksYou can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @ssecc for moreHappy running, TFR x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How much water should you be drinking? Should you be taking electrolytes? What about Caffeine!? All common questions for runners taking on the marathon! That’s why this week I’m breaking them down and giving you all the info you needI talk about:Hydration strategiesHow much water we need and how to do it during a marathonWhat are electrolytes? When do we need them?Electrolyte strategies for the marathonShould you be using caffeine?How to get the most out of itWhat to do on race dayYou can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @sseccHappy running, TFR x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Unsure what to eat after your long run or wondering if you could be doing more?! I’ve got you!This week I’m talking about:What happens in your body after a runThe 20-minute recovery windowWhy a 3:1 carb to protein ratio is often recommendedEasy post-run snack ideas like chocolate milkWhy a full balanced meal afterwards still mattersAnd some practical tips to help you stay consistent with recovery nutrition.You can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @sseccHappy running, TFR x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Unsure what to eat before your long run or wondering if you could be doing more?! I’ve got you!This week I’m talking about:Pre-run meal building- carbsMeal ideasThe night beforeDay beforeHydrationDigestion timeSigns you need to change your breakfastHow to work out what works for youRace day considerationsTraining your gutYou can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @sseccHappy running, TFR x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tummy troubles aren’t inevitable for runners! Gut training is one of the BIGGEST things you can do to help yourself.This week I’m talking about:Why GI distress happens in marathonsWhat gut training actually isWhat the research showsHow to train your gut for carbs during the raceHow to train your gut to tolerate pre-race mealsA practical gut training guideYou can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @sseccHappy running, TFR x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week I’m joined by my brother Joe who is also running the London Marathon 2026!He’s got a bit of a different approach to his nutrition and training so hopefully you’ll enjoy hearing from him!The link to his fundraising page is hereWe also answer some of your questions and talk through how we’re approaching balancing life and trainingYou can find Joe on instagram @joeseccombe and me @SianseccHappy running, TFR x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1How to fuel a marathon- all things gelsI promise they’re not as bad as they sound and this week I talk all about:what gels actually arewhy we even need themwhen you’re meant to start taking themhow many you actually needhow to pick the right gel for youcaffeine gelsand whether you can just use real food insteadYou can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @ssecc and you can also watch this episode over on youtube!Happy running, TFR x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How to fuel a marathon- protein, fibre and fat for marathon runnersThey’re your new best friend I promise and in this episode I explainWhy you need protein, fat and fibreMyth busting protein intakeWhen we should be eating protein, fibre and fat as runners and how much we should be aiming forHow to make healthy eating work for youYou can also watch the podcast on Youtube and as a note- this is the last week with these microphones and the sound will be soooo much better next week I promise! Thank you for bearing with us You can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @sseccHappy running, TFR x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How to fuel a marathon- carbohydrates.They’re your new best friend I promise and in this episode I explain :What a carbohydrate is and how they workSimple and Complex carbs and when to have themCarb myth bustingHow much do you need to eat and how many carbohydrates is enoughYou can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @sseccYou can also watch the pod on youtube @sianseccHappy running, TFR x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How to fuel a marathon- the foundationsWelcome to Marathon Fuel School! Your 12 week guide for how to fuel your marathon.In this episode, I’m talking all about the foundation and building balanced meal habits and plates.We look at carbs, protein, fibre and fats as well as looking at why we need to support our fuel tank for marathon training.You can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @sseccIf you want to watch the pod on youtube- you can find my channel here!Happy running, TFR x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Bone stress injuries, REDs and the Athlete Health and Readiness checklist- my research!Today I talk through a deep dive into it and explain what I have spent my time doing over the last 6 months as well as talk about the future implications for this.Watch my youtube deep dive hereThis will be the last podcast until the new year but I will be back with lots of exciting things so watch this space and check out the back catalogue of episodes in the mean time!If you are looking for a training plan, you can use code SIANSECC for two weeks free on Runna.You can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @sseccHappy running, TFR x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A bit of a different chatty one today- I'm talking all about my experience during the Berlin Marathon 2025I talk through the good, bad and ugly, my lessons and learnings from reflecting on my training block and also some tips for people looking to do Berlin in the future!!If you want to see the vlog, find it here on my youtubeFind me on instagram at siansecc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tapering and Carb loading- it’s all about getting you in the best possible position for race day!I’m here to reassure you that you’re going to be great, it’s totally manageable and give you my top tipsIn this episode I’m discussing:What is a taperWhy do we do itThe benefitsWhat is a carb loadWhy we carb load and how it worksHow to carb load in a manageable wayMy top tipsYou can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @sseccHappy running, TFR x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The 10k is a really tough distance to race and hopefully this episode will give you a few tips and ideas about how to conquer your next 10k!I talk all about:Demands of the 10kRace strategy optionsFuellingRecoveryIf you are looking for a training plan, you can use code SIANSECC for two weeks free on Runna.You can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @sseccHappy running, TFR x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fitness trackers, running watches and wearables are hot items and it feels like most people are wearing on in some form!But what do we actually need to be thinking about, what should we be tracking and what do you need from a running watch?!This episode I talk all about:Why we careRunning watch run downWearables explained10,000 step mythHype vs realityIf you are looking for a training plan, you can use code SIANSECC for two weeks free on Runna.You can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @sseccHappy running, TFR x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Being a ‘robust’ runner is something that can really change the outcome of your training and racing as a runner.It allows us to stay healthy and happy and is something which truly brings balance into our training!In this episode I chat about:What being a robust runner meansHow to be a robust runnerNutrition, training and balanceIf you are looking for a training plan, you can use code SIANSECC for two weeks free on Runna.You can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @sseccHappy running, TFR x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fat adaptation- something that many endurance athletes have considered and is abit of a murky topic sometimes.So this week I break it down and explain exactly how it works and why it’s not all it’s cracked up to be!The biggest study that I mention (that has also shown repeated results!!) is by Louise Burke in race walkers- being fat adapted essentially costs you more oxygen and makes performance worse! That journal is found here: • DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0234027The study by Romjin et al. 1993 can be found here: • DOI: 10.1152/ajpendo.1993.265.3.E380Runna code: SIANSECC for two free weeksYou can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @sseccHappy running, TFR x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Runners- are you looking after your teeth?!We all know that sugar is one of the biggest contributors to oral health and as a sports nutritionist, I’m encouraging you to have LOTS of it- so how can we strike the balance?I spoke to Dr Fallon all about how we can look after our teeth whilst also fuelling our running.She is a fountain of knowledge and we spoke all about:What dental health meansWhy runners are at higher risk of dental problemsWhat a good dental routine looks likeHow sugar affects our mouthThings we can do to protect our teethYou can find Fallon on instagram and tiktok @Dr FallonYou can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @ssecc and I will see you next weekHappy running, TFR x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Training programmes- they can be a bit tricky to get right sometimes and can be really overwhelming if you’re new to them!This week, I break down what some of the key running sessions are and how you can go about building a training block that works for you!Runna code: SIANSECC for two free weeksYou can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @sseccHappy running, TFR x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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