If you’ve ever been told to train fasted, fear carbs, or rely on green powders and “vibes” to get through your workouts, it’s time to rethink your fueling strategy.
This week, I had the chance to join the Girls Gone Wellness podcast for a myth-busting conversation about female athlete nutrition—and let’s just say, we didn’t hold back.
As a naturopathic doctor, Ironman triathlete, and women’s health advocate, I’ve seen firsthand how poor fueling—especially under-eating—can wreak havoc on performance, periods, and long-term health. And the sad truth? Many active women are unintentionally under-fueling, thanks to outdated advice and diet culture disguised as “wellness.”
🎧 Listen to the episode here:
Carbs, Cortisol, Creatine: The No-BS Guide to Training & Fueling for Women
Here’s what we cover in the episode:
Fasted workouts – Who (if anyone) benefits, and why they might be hurting your hormones more than helping your gains
Electrolyte trends – Do women really need more salt? The truth about high-sodium drinks and hydration hacks
Under-eating and performance – How skipping snacks or chronically dieting can mess with your thyroid, iron levels, recovery, and even cause you to lose your period
Carbs are not the enemy – Why carbohydrate restriction can actually worsen energy, mood, and hormonal balance in female athletes
Cycle syncing – When it makes sense to adjust your training around your menstrual cycle (and when it doesn’t)
Supplements worth your time – Creatine, caffeine, BCAAs, greens powders… what’s useful, and what’s just hype
The bottom line?
You don’t need to live off caffeine and cortisol to hit a PR. Whether you’re training for a race, rebuilding your energy after burnout, or just want to feel stronger and more consistent in your workouts, your nutrition matters—especially if you’re a woman.
This episode is for runners, lifters, weekend warriors, and every active woman who's been told to do more with less. If you're tired of one-size-fits-all advice, this conversation is your permission to fuel smarter—not less.
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