Best Dave Schell Podcasts (2025)

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Be Here Now: Let Go of the Past, Forget about the Future, Perform Your Best 45:53

10d ago45:53

45:53

Send us a text Summary In this episode of the Training Babble podcast, hosts Dave Schell and Matti Rowe delve into the complexities of athlete mindset, focusing on time orientation, the burden of past performance, the impact of aging, and the role of metrics in training. They discuss how anxiety and depression relate to future and past thinking, re…

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You Should NOT Hire a Coach... 1:00:27

26d ago1:00:27

1:00:27

Send us a text Summary In this episode, Dave Schell and Matti Rowe dive into the intricacies of the coach-athlete relationship, emphasizing the importance of alignment between a coach's methodology and an athlete's goals. They discuss common misconceptions about coaching, the necessity of commitment from athletes, and the reality of athletic progre…

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FTP is everything, FTP is nothing 45:06

1M ago45:06

45:06

Send us a text In this episode of the Training Babble podcast, hosts Dave Schell and Matti Rowe dive into the complexities of training metrics, particularly focusing on Functional Threshold Power (FTP) and its relevance in endurance sports. They discuss the evolving definitions of endurance, durability, and the importance of volume in training. The…

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We Hired an AI Coach So You Don't Have To! with Matti Rowe 44:52

2M ago44:52

44:52

Send us a text Summary In this episode of the Training Babble Podcast, Coach Dave Schell and guest Matty Rowe of Gravel God Cycling dig into the implications of AI in coaching. They discuss the rise of AI tools like CoachCat, the challenges of relying on flawed metrics, and the importance of human expertise in interpreting data. The conversation hi…

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Athlete Spotlight with Megan Onweller: More Moms on Bikes!!! 1:01:41

3M ago1:01:41

1:01:41

Send us a text Send me a message, I'd love to hear from you! Summary In this episode of the Training Babble podcast, Coach Dave Schell interviews athlete Megan Onweller, who shares her journey from a competitive high school athlete to a busy mom rediscovering her passion for cycling. Megan discusses the challenges she faced, including injuries, bod…

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Top Training Mistakes, and how to avoid them, with Dr. Phil 30:10

3M ago30:10

30:10

Send us a text Summary In this episode, Dave and Dr. Phil discuss the top training mistakes that athletes make. They emphasize the importance of focusing on the fundamentals of training, such as consistency, specificity, and progression, rather than chasing the latest trends or hyper-optimizing every aspect of their training. They also highlight th…

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Training Check-In with Phil: CRAZY VO2 Max and 5 min power increase 38:21

3M ago38:21

38:21

Send us a text Summary In this episode of the Training Babble Podcast, host Dave Schell and Dr. Phil Batterson discuss Phil's training journey as he prepares for an uphill running race. They cover the structure of his training, focusing on VO2 max work, the importance of consistency and adaptation, and the physiological testing that has informed hi…

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End of Year Wrap Up and tips for Kicking off 2025 on the Right Foot 15:39

4M ago15:39

15:39

Send us a text Summary In this episode of the Training Babble podcast, host Dave Schell reflects on the past year, expressing gratitude to listeners and sharing insights on coaching and training strategies. He emphasizes a minimalist approach to coaching, the importance of flexibility in training plans, and debunks myths surrounding base training a…

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Healthy Weight Loss for Endurance Athletes with Alex Larson 46:57

5M ago46:57

46:57

Send us a text Let's connect! Send me a message at KaizenEndurance Summary In this episode of the Training Babble podcast, host Dave Schell speaks with registered dietitian Alex Larson about healthy weight loss strategies for endurance athletes. They discuss the importance of nutrition in training, the shift from focusing on weight loss to improvin…

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The Value of Repetition, Keeping it Simple, and the Magic of Consistency 39:52

5M ago39:52

39:52

Send us a text Summary In this episode, Dave Schell and Dr. Phil discuss the importance of consistency in training, the use of RPE (Rate of Perceived Exertion) for better self-awareness, and the physiological adaptations that occur with structured workouts. They explore how repeating workouts can lead to significant improvements and the necessity o…

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Indoor Training Tips 11:48

6M ago11:48

11:48

Send us a text Summary In this episode of the Training Babble podcast, host Dave Schell discusses the transition to indoor training as colder weather approaches. He emphasizes the importance of flexibility in workouts, understanding the limitations of erg mode, and avoiding one-dimensional training. Dave also advises on maximizing indoor training e…

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Embracing the Off Season and Setting Yourself Up For Success 15:31

6M ago15:31

15:31

Send us a text Summary In this episode of the Training Babble podcast, host Dave Schell discusses the importance of the off-season for athletes. He emphasizes the need for physical and mental recovery, the significance of reflecting on the past season, and the necessity of setting realistic goals for the upcoming season. Dave also highlights the im…

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A Peek Behind the Curtain: Inside the Mind of an Endurance Coach 1:03:42

6M ago1:03:42

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Send us a text Summary In this episode, Dave Schell and Dr. Phil Batterson explore the intricacies of coaching and training for endurance athletes. They discuss the importance of setting realistic goals, the role of a coach in guiding athletes, and the significance of consistency in training. The conversation delves into the mental aspects of train…

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Why I Coach: Helping Athletes Navigate Information Overload 7:02

7M ago7:02

7:02

Send us a text In this episode of the Training Babble podcast, host Dave Schell reflects on his journey into coaching and the importance of simplicity in training. He shares personal anecdotes from his experience with triathlons, emphasizing that effective training doesn't have to be complicated. Dave encourages athletes to focus on what truly matt…

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Calibrating Your Inner Power Meter: How to Train Better with RPE 17:50

8M ago17:50

17:50

Send us a text Summary In this episode, Coach Dave discusses the importance of calibrating your inner power meter by pairing your perception of effort with objective metrics like power, heart rate, and pace. He emphasizes the need to tune into how different sensations feel and not blindly follow the numbers on your devices. Dave explains the three …

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The Machines Know!!!: Should you follow your wearable's training and recovery advice? 26:27

9M ago26:27

26:27

Send us a text Summary In this episode of Fast Physiology, Dave and Dr. Phil discuss the validity and reliability of training devices and the advice they provide. They highlight the issue of proprietary algorithms and the lack of transparency in how these devices come up with their recommendations. They also discuss the limitations and inaccuracies…

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Introducing Intuitive Endurance Training: Making the case for flexibility and training by feel 14:51

9M ago14:51

14:51

Send us a text Summary In this episode, Dave Schell discusses the concept of intuitive endurance training, which involves listening to your body and structuring your training based on subtle cues like fatigue, soreness, and motivation. He emphasizes the importance of considering subjective factors like how athletes feel during workouts and how they…

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Fast Physiology with Dr. Phil: When return to training after battling illness 21:56

10M ago21:56

21:56

Send us a text Summary In this episode, Dave and Dr. Phil discuss the healthy way to return to training after dealing with an illness. They emphasize the importance of understanding the stress that illness puts on the body and the need for proper recovery. They caution against jumping back into intense training too soon and recommend a conservative…

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Fast Physiology with Dr. Phil: Magic Bullets and Marginal Gains, what actually works? 26:40

10M ago26:40

26:40

Send us a text Summary In this episode of Fast Physiology, Dave and Phil discuss ergogenic aids or performance-enhancing substances. They cover various types of aids, including caffeine, beetroot juice, sodium bicarbonate, beta-alanine, and creatine. They emphasize the importance of focusing on the fundamentals of training, nutrition, and recovery …

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Fast Physiology with Dr. Phil: FTP (Functional Threshold Power) Misconceptions 22:38

10M ago22:38

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Send us a text Summary In this episode of Fast Physiology, Dr. Phil Batterson and Dave S discuss the concept of Functional Threshold Power (FTP) and its misconceptions. They explore different methods of measuring FTP and the importance of training at appropriate intensities. They also discuss the variability of FTP and the need for context in testi…

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Fast Physiology with Dr. Phil: What Causes Cramps and How Can You Avoid them? 31:06

11M ago31:06

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Send us a text Summary In this episode of Fast Physiology, Dr. Phil and Dave discuss muscle cramping. They differentiate between different types of cramps, focusing on muscle cramps. They explore the role of electrolytes in muscle cramping and the importance of sports-specific training to prevent cramps. They also discuss strategies for dealing wit…

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Sports Nutrition for Women with Kristen Arnold: Fueling Performance through Peri and Post Menopause 34:40

11M ago34:40

34:40

Send us a text Summary In this episode, host Dave Schell interviews sports dietitian Kristen Arnold about sports nutrition for women, with a focus on menopause. They discuss the differences between men and women in terms of nutritional needs and how the menstrual cycle affects performance. They also explore the impact of nutrition on perimenopause …

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Fast Physiology with Dr. Phil: The Size Principle 26:59

11M ago26:59

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Send us a text Summary In this episode of Fast Physiology, Dr. Phil Batterson and Dave Schell discuss the size principle in muscle fiber recruitment. They explain that the body recruits muscle fibers based on the force required, starting with slow-twitch type 1 fibers and gradually recruiting type 2a and type 2x fibers as the force output increases…

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You're doing it wrong!: The Gravel God's Guide to Gravel Racing. 57:08

12M ago57:08

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Send us a text Summary In this episode, Dave Schell and Gravel God, Matti Rowe, discuss the differences between road racing and gravel racing. They highlight the importance of pacing, drafting, and fueling in gravel races. They emphasize the need to assess one's goals and adjust strategies accordingly. They also discuss the challenges of technical …

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Fast Physiology with Dr. Phil: Muscle Fiber Types 33:18

12M ago33:18

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Send us a text Summary In this episode, Dave Schell and Dr. Phil Batterson discuss fiber types in muscles and their relationship to endurance training. They explain the different types of muscle fibers, including type 1 (slow twitch), type 2a (fast twitch with some aerobic capacity), and type 2x (fast twitch with non-aerobic capacity). They also di…

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The Player Mindset and the Need for More Female Coaches with Olympic MTBer Lea Davison 1:00:56

12M ago1:00:56

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Send us a text Summary Join Coach Dave Schell on the Training Babble podcast as he welcomes Olympic mountain biker Lea Davison. In this engaging episode, Lea shares her transition from downhill skiing to becoming a top mountain biker, discussing the evolution of training techniques from heart rate monitoring to power meters. She highlights the cruc…

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Fast Physiology with Dr. Phil: Periodization 30:53

1y ago30:53

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Send us a text Summary In this episode of Fast Physiology, Dave and Phil discuss periodization in training. They explore different approaches to periodization, including linear, reverse, and block periodization. They also emphasize the importance of touching on all aspects of physiology throughout the year, while gradually increasing specificity as…

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You're Training Too Hard!!! with Gravel God, Matti Rowe 48:08

1y ago48:08

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Send us a text In this conversation, Dave and Matti discuss the effectiveness of training by max heart rate. Matti shares his experience with using max heart rate as a measure of training intensity and explains how it can help athletes avoid overtraining and improve their performance. They also discuss the challenges and pushback that athletes may …

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Fast Physiology with Dr. Phil: Mastering VO2 Max for Peak Athletic Performance 27:49

1y ago27:49

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Send us a text Summary In this episode of Fast Physiology, Dave and Dr. Phil Batterson discuss VO2Max and its importance in endurance performance. They define VO2Max as the maximal rate of oxygen consumption during high-intensity exercise and explain its components, including cardiac output and arterial venous oxygen difference. They explore the li…

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Fast Physiology with Dr. Phil: W'(prime), Functional Reserve Capacity, and Vlamax 29:56

1y ago29:56

29:56

Send us a text In this episode of the Training Babble podcast, host Dave Shell is joined by exercise physiologist Dr. Phil Batterson for an in-depth discussion about key physiological concepts and their relevance to endurance training. Dave and Phil dive into topics including: W'(prime), also known as functional reserve capacity VLamax, the maximal…

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Fast Physiology with Dr. Phil: Training Principles 29:41

1y ago29:41

29:41

Send us a text Unlock The Secrets to Coaching Peak Athletic Performance All coaches want to push their athletes to sustain higher levels of performance. But building a training plan that fuels consistent growth AND prevents burnout or injury is an intricate dance. Join Dave Schell and Phil Batterson as they break down the essential pillars for opti…

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Maximizing Endurance Training: Volume vs. Intensity, Tech Insights, and AI's Future in Coaching with Jason Koop 1:02:04

1y ago1:02:04

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Send us a text Unlock the full potential of your endurance training with Jason Koop, the renowned head coach of CTS Ultra Running, as we examine the pivotal role of training volume and debunk common misconceptions in athletic preparation. Grappling with a packed schedule? Koop serves up expert strategies for squeezing every drop of progress from yo…

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The Many Short Coming and Pitfalls of AI 28:55

1+ y ago28:55

28:55

Send us a text Peeling back the curtain on AI's allure, we're taking you on a trek through its limitations. Joined by Cooper Bott, we recount tales from our forays into AI-generated podcasting - a venture that sometimes had us chuckling at the language model's poetic flubs and unwavering (if misplaced) confidence. We'll arm you with a healthy dose …

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Unlocking Your True Cycling Potential: Is ERG Mode Holding You Back? 3:18

1+ y ago3:18

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Send us a text Are you truly tapping into your potential on the bike, or has ERG mode taken the wheel? Unshackle your training on the latest Training Babble as I, Dave Bott, share my unfiltered opinion on why ERG mode could be stifling your ride. Throughout this episode, we scrutinize the allure of consistent power output and expose the potential p…

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Conquering High Altitude: Mastering the Leadville 100 with Science, Strategy, and Mental Grit with the Dave and Ryan Bots 12:09

1+ y ago12:09

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Send us a text As we gear up for an exhilarating journey into the thin air of the Leadville 100, Ryan Cooper from Best Bike Split and USA Cycling joins me, Dave Schell, to unveil the tactics that help athletes tackle this colossal mountain bike challenge. Ever wonder how high altitude affects your muscle power and endurance? This episode dives into…

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Revolutionizing Endurance Sports: The Rise of AI Coaching and Performance Optimization with Ryan Cooper 19:51

1+ y ago19:51

19:51

Send us a text Discover the revolutionary ways artificial intelligence is transforming the world of endurance sports with our special guest, Ryan Cooper, founder of Best Bike Split. Imagine having your own AI coach, crafting hyper-personalized training programs, nutrition plans, and race strategies just for you—whether you're a cyclist, triathlete,…

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Demystifying Thresholds with Dr. Phil Batterson 1:02:20

1+ y ago1:02:20

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Send us a text Dave talks to Integrative Physiologist, Dr. Phil Batterson about which thresholds we can actually measure, why they matter, and how you can use them to get faster. Critical Oxygen InstagramBy Dave

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Gravel in 3 Acts with The Gravel God: Recap of Matti's Unbound and STBT GRVL 55:54

1+ y ago55:54

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Send us a text In this episode, we're pulling back the curtain on the power of skills work in racing. Dave and Matti take us through their journey of honing those critical skills and how it translated into a game-changer for Matti's racing performance. From conquering technical sections to mastering descents, get ready for some insightful takeaways…

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Beyond the Numbers: The Role of Specificity in Training, or How to Pee off the bike with Matti Rowe 1:18:14

2y ago1:18:14

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Send us a text Matti Rowe of Gravel God Cycling returns to talk about training beyond the numbers and the importance of specificity in your training.By Dave

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The Ugly Truths of Setting Big Goals with Jeff Lukich 1:16:27

2y ago1:16:27

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Send us a text Dave talks to endurance performance coach Jeff Lukich about the reality of setting big goals for ultra-endurance events. In this insightful conversation, Dave and Jeff discuss the challenges that come with setting big goals for ultra-endurance events such as Leadville, Unbound, and Ironman triathlons, and ultra-marathons. They explor…

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Power Metrics Explained: TSS and PMC (Part 3) 55:12

2y ago55:12

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Send us a text Dave and Ryan bring it all together discussing how FTP, NP, and IF come together to make TSS and the PMC.By Dave

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Power Metrics Explained: NP and IF (Part 2) 44:37

2+ y ago44:37

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Send us a text Dave and Ryan continue their power TLA discussion with NP and IF.By Dave

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Top Indoor Training Mistakes, or Tangents Galore with The Gravel God 1:12:00

2+ y ago1:12:00

1:12:00

Send us a text Dave sits down with Matti Rowe, the Gravel God, to discuss some of the top indoor training mistakes they see and how to avoid them, but ultimately ends up going on lots of tangents.

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Power Metrics Explained: FTP (Part 1) 1:22:19

2+ y ago1:22:19

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Send us a text Dave and Ryan set out to discuss the list of power metrics and three letter acronyms you find on your head unit, training software, and basically anywhere else you read about cycling... they only get through 1. They discuss what Functional Threshold Power is, and isn't, how to test, and why context matters.…

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Self Talk With Carrie Jackson 48:52

2+ y ago48:52

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Send us a text Dave sits down with mental skills coach, Carrie Jackson, to discuss the importance of self talk in sport and life. They also discuss dealing with setbacks such as injury and illness, and some of the tools you can use to shift the narrative. CarrieJackson.com The Psychology of Suffering…

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Cycling Myths we wish would die... and other stuff. 1:28:33

2+ y ago1:28:33

1:28:33

Send us a text Dave and Ryan discuss some commonly held cycling myths, then go off on tangents about other related training practice misconceptionsBy Dave

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A case for Running Year-Round with Coach Chris Baddick 31:43

2+ y ago31:43

31:43

Send us a text Coach, and Elite MTB and CX Racer, Chris Baddick returns to the podcast to try to convince us to run year round. Insta - @Cbaddick ChrisBaddick.Com Revo Walking Series: Full Body Warm Up and Post Ride Mobility Bone mineral density of competitive male mountain and road cyclistsBy Dave

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Restoring Balance During the Offseason 37:58

2+ y ago37:58

37:58

Send us a text Dave and Ryan discuss the importance of restoring balance during the offseason, getting creative with specificity, and Ryan questions whether or not gravy is a viable recovery drink.By Dave

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Talking Optemization Mathematics with Best Bike Split co-founder Ryan Cooper 1:00:17

2+ y ago1:00:17

1:00:17

Send us a text In this episode of Training Babble I finally sat down with my good friend Ryan Cooper to discuss what goes into creating an optimization model, how off-road cyclists can use it, and what is on the horizon for the future. BestBikeSplit.com Case Study: using BBS to prepare for the LT 100…

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Honoring your Hunger with Liz Fusco MS, RDN, CSSD 50:47

3y ago50:47

50:47

Send us a text Liz and I chat about some of the bad nutrition advice that just won't die, general guidance on fueling your workouts and races, individualizing your nutrition strategy, and the 5 R's of recovery. Follow Liz on Instagram LizFood.com Athlete Eating Guidelines MySportScience.com Carbohydrate Intake Recommendations during Exercise…

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