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Jul 17
1h 15m

s5/e23 Running Nutrition 101 (The Redux)...

Elisabeth Scott
About this episode

We’re going back to basics—because let’s be honest, most runners are still underfueling!

In this special anniversary episode, I’m bringing back the very first guest I ever had on the show: Registered Dietitian and running coach Cortney Berling to talk (again) about RUNNING NUTRITION 101!

If you’ve ever wondered…

  • Should I eat before my run? Why? When? What??
  • How much fuel do I ACTUALLY need during long runs?
  • Why is post-run fueling so dang hard?
  • And wait... am I underfueling even if I’m not losing weight?


This one’s for you.


We cover:

🥯 Pre-run fueling (yes, even early morning runs!)

🔋 In-run fueling strategies & how to train your gut

🍳 What post-run nutrition should look like (even when you're not hungry)

⚡ Fueling myths that won’t die

🧠 Why underfueling might be the real reason you feel overtrained or stuck


Whether you’re training for your first 5K or your 100th marathon, this is a conversation every runner should hear.


Mentioned in this episode:

Cortney’s Instagram: @eatwell.runbetter

Learn more at eatwellrunbetter.com


Our original episode from Season 1!

"s1/e02 Running Nutrition with Cortney Berling, RD"

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Research & production assistance by Sophie van Leeuwen

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