Fuel for the Sole

This week on Fuel for the Sole, we talk about the hot topic of Ro. Co , which is being advertised by Serena Williams. We also answer several listener questions, including hydration and GI issues, fueling for back to back marathons, what to eat for a late morning run and a whole lot more.  Want to be featured on the show? Email us (written or an audio file!) at⁠ fuelforthesolepodcast@g mail.com⁠. ...

The 10th stop of the Move Her Mind Event Series with ASICS took us to Louisville, Kentucky! We sat down with Julie Sergent, Physical Therapist and Founder of Sergent Wellness, for an insightful conversation on the power of strength training for women. We dove into common myths about physical therapy, practical routines, and everyday habits that can benefit us all. We’ve got a couple more stops, so...

This week on Fuel for the Sole, we’re diving into the new ferritin guidelines from the American Gastroenterological Association, breaking down protein intake and recovery after a 100-miler, unpacking the buzz around magnesium and what it really does—and covering plenty more along the way. Want to be featured on the show? Email us (written or an audio file!) at⁠ fuelforthesolepodcast@g mail.com⁠. ...

The 9th stop of the Move Her Mind Event Series took us back to where we started, Washington D.C.! We sat down with Founder of Chocolate City Relay, Brittany Green, and Director of People + Culture and Community Marketing at Pacers Running, Elyse Braner to chat all about joy in movement and self care. We discussed the importance of rest and recovery, setting goals, finding community and shared some...

This week on Fuel for the Sole, we chat about a new Protein drink we tried (and love), our next/last Move Her Mind Stop and answer some listener questions including: how to avoid getting sick during the taper, the mental and physical side of coming back from an injury, fueling techniques to avoid bonking in training and racing and a whole lot more!  Want to be featured on the show? Email us (writt...

The ninth stop of the Move Her Mind Event Series brought us to beautiful Monterey, where we got to sit down with Lindsey Gwirtz, founder of Women Run Monterey. In our conversation, Lindsey shared her insights on balancing running, racing, and everyday life, as well as the story behind creating Women Run Monterey—a community that has not only empowered her personally, but has also inspired and upli...

This week on Fuel for the Sole, we chat about some of our most recent adventures and answer several more listener questions, including what you should be eating after your workout and before bed, why you might be ferociously hungry all the time, and if electrolyte drinks are really a scam.  Want to be featured on the show? Email us (written or an audio file!) at⁠ fuelforthesolepodcast@g mail.com⁠....

The 7th stop of the Move Her Mind Event Series landed us in Grand Rapids! We sat down with Asia Rawls, ASICS Ambassador and member of WeRUN313. A Division 1 NCAA qualifier and record holder from Eastern Michigan University, Asia has always championed the profound impact of running on both body and mind. She furthered her education at the University of Detroit Mercy, earning an MBA and an M.S. in C...

This week on Fuel for the Sole, we answer several more listener questions and discuss:  RNWY’s new Salty Carbs product  If non-water beverages count towards your hydration  If cannabis actually dehydrates you  The benefits and downsides to using a hydration pack  A whole lot more!  Want to be featured on the show? Email us (written or an audio file!) at⁠ fuelforthesolepodcast@g mail.com⁠.  This ep...

In the third and final episode of our Disordered Eating Series , we dive into Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (REDs) and its impact on runners. We break down what REDs is, the key signs and symptoms to look out for, and how under-fueling can affect hormones and overall health. We also discuss the recovery process—how to rebuild from a chronic energy deficit, the role of hunger cues in healing,...

The sixth stop of the Move Her Mind event series with ASICS took place in the vibrant New York City! In this episode, we sit down with ASICS athlete Emma Grace Hurley and Lauren Nemeroff, co-founder of Flow State Creative, for an inspiring conversation about the power and resilience of female athletes. We explore how Lauren captures the strength and spirit of the women she photographs, the unique...

In the second episode of our Disordered Eating Series , we explore the lingering disordered thoughts that can persist after eating disorder treatment and throughout the recovery journey. We discuss practical strategies for reducing negative food thoughts and old behaviors, and why it's crucial to ensure these thoughts don’t shape how we nourish our children or talk about food in our homes. We...

This week on Fuel for the Sole, we answer several more listener questions and discuss:  How to accurately calculate your protein needs  If Frog Fuel is legit  Average sweat rates and composition  Hydration losses vs. intake during training and races  A whole lot more!  Want to be featured on the show? Email us (written or an audio file!) at⁠ fuelforthesolepodcast@g mail.com⁠.  This episode is fuel...

In the first episode of our Disordered Eating Series, we tackle the complex and deeply personal topic of recovering from eating disorders while maintaining a relationship with running. We answer listener questions and bring in expert insight from Lyndsie N. Romes, a registered dietitian with nearly a decade of experience working in the field of eating disorders. Lyndsie helps us unpack what recove...

The fifth stop of the Move Her Mind event series with Asics was held in Minneapolis, MN!  In this episode we chat with Britta Gauthier Aho, a pelvic health PT who works with runners through all stages of life, including pregnancy, perimenopause and menopause. We discuss how to modify your training and nutrition during these phases of life and what you can expect from your pelvic health PT.  We’ve...

It’s another week of answering listener questions, and this week we cover all sorts of topics, including:  Fueling hard workouts  Carrying and refilling handhelds during races  The differences between liquid carbs and gels  How to avoid mid-race pee breaks  A whole lot more!  Want to be featured on the show? Email us (written or an audio file!) at⁠ fuelforthesolepodcast@gmail.com⁠.  This episode i...

The fourth stop of the Move Her Mind event series with Asics was held in Nashville, TN. In this episode we speak with Lolita Sneed-Bryant, an RN, Certified Run Coach and Certified Health Coach and Abby Lokits, Executive Director of Free to Move, a non-profit advocating for Women’s Safety. Free to Move was started in memory of her late sister-in-law, Alyssa Lokits, who was shot and killed on a popu...

It’s another week of answering listener questions, and this week we cover all sorts of topics, including:  The difference between fueling for a marathon and a 50K  If you should be mixing up your own Gatorade-like drinks  If it’s OK to your Maurten gels with electrolytes Nutrition for osteoporosis A whole lot more!  Want to be featured on the show? Email us (written or an audio file!) at⁠ fuelfort...

The third stop of the Move Her Mind event series with Asics was held in Ridgefield, CT. In this episode we chat with Asics-sponsored professional runner, Makenna Myler , who lives and trains in Utah. She placed 7th at the 2024 US Olympic Marathon Trials where she clocked a time of 2:26:14, just 10-months after giving birth to her son. We’re also joined by Megan Connolly Morant –a television and mu...

It’s another week of answering listener questions, but this we’re talking all things sodium! We discuss:  Preparing for running in warmer climates  Getting in enough sodium on a sensitive stomach Should you be getting your sodium through food or electrolyte drinks  Nursing and taking electrolytes A whole lot more!  Want to be featured on the show? Email us (written or an audio file!) at⁠ fuelforth...

The second stop of the Move Her Mind event series with Asics was held in Boston with the amazing Emily Saul. In this episode, Emily takes us through a guided visualization that left us all emotional and ready to take on 26.2. Whether you’re getting ready for a big race or just a big life event, this is a wonderful mindset practice. We’ve got several more stops, so join us at a city near you and bo...

It’s another week of answering listener questions! In this episode, we discuss:  If carb depletion before a big race has any ground   What it means if you have low HDL and what might be causing it  Why you may be feeling nauseous mid-race and how to fix it  Tips for avoiding all kinds of GI issues during training and racing  Want to be featured on the show? Email us (written or an audio file!) at⁠...

We kicked off the Move Her Mind event series with ASICS in DC at the Cherry Blossom 10-Miler. This year, the Megs will be traveling around the country, hosting group runs and panels and bringing in experts to chat on all sorts of topics - keeping the conversations meaningful and impactful with the goal of getting more women moving. To kick-off the series, we headed down to DC to host a conversatio...

This week on the podcast we answer a bunch more listener questions, including:  If we can build a tolerance for sodium  What distance and intensity we should carb load  What might be causing our post-run light headedness  Where to start when trying to lose weight while running  Want to be featured on the show? Email us at⁠ fuelforthesolepodcast@gmail.com⁠.  This episode is fueled by ASICS and RNWY...

This week on the podcast we answer a bunch of listener questions (with of course many tangents). We dive into:  If protein chips count towards your overall daily protein intake  Balancing nutrition and going back into the office daily  If your sports gels really expire  A whole lot more!  Want to be featured on the show? Email us at⁠ fuelforthesolepodcast@gmail.com⁠.  This episode is fueled by ASI...