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83. Are you making these 5 Cycling Nutrition Mistakes?
In this episode, we explore five common nutrition myths that hinder performance and weight management, such as thinking you can eat whatever you want because you're riding so much, not fuelling during training to save...
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82. Breaking Lee *Hollywood* Turner's 'nothing tastes as good as skinny feels' mindset
In this episode, I discuss the importance of proper nutrition for cyclists with Lee *Hollywood* Turner. We dive into personal experiences and lessons learned about fuelling strategies before and during rides, shifting...
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81. Should I stop drinking alcohol? Ask a Sports Dietitian
Welcome back to the Fuelled Podcast with Dr. Gemma Sampson.
In this episode, we delve into the topic of alcohol consumption and its impact on lifestyle, sleep, recovery, and performance. As January nears its end, many...
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80. Tour Down Under 2025: What's changed in sports nutrition
In this episode, I'm at the Tour Down Under discussing the significant changes in cycling nutrition over the past five to six years. I share insights from my conversations with amateur riders about the shift in the...
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79. Embracing a Year of Joy: Life Lessons from 2024
In this conversation, I reflect on my year of joy, sharing key life lessons that I learned particularly in regards to the importance of decision-making, creating space for self-reflection, and healing from past...
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78. Will intermittent fasting help athletes to lose weight?
In this episode of the Fuelled Podcast, Dr. Gemma Sampson dives into the topic of intermittent fasting and its implications for athletes. She explores key considerations such as the importance of goal setting, proper...
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77. The Truth About "Refined Sugar-Free" Recipes
In this episode, Dr. Gemma Sampson addresses the trend of 'refined sugar-free' recipes circulating online, questioning their health claims and actual sugar content. She explains how alternatives like maple syrup,...
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76. Cycling through Pregnancy with Rebecca Charlton
In this episode host Dr. Gemma Sampson welcomes cyclist Rebecca Charlton to discuss her experiences cycling through two pregnancies. The conversation covers a range of topics including the importance of proper...
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75. Fuelling 6h Ironman Training with Cody Beals
In this episode, Dr. Gemma Sampson speaks with professional triathlete Cody Beals about the complexities of nutrition for endurance athletes. Now in his 11th pro season, Cody shares his journey from under-fueling and...
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74. Derek Teel: Start moving forward after setback through faith, strength, nutrition and vision
In this episode, host Dr. Gemma Sampson speaks with Derek Teel, cyclist and founder of Dialed Health, about his passion for cycling, faith, and his journey through a harrowing accident and recovery. Derek shares...
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73. What should I be eating? It depends on this.
In this episode, Dr. Gemma Sampson delves into the complexities of sports nutrition, emphasising that there are rarely one-size-fits-all solutions. She explains that nutritional choices should be tailored based on...
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72. Why I won't recommend 1200kcal diets for female athletes as a sports dietitian
In this episode, Dr. Gemma Sampson addresses the common misconception surrounding the popular 1200-calorie diet, especially in the context of female athletes and active individuals. She emphasises that most people...
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