Nutritional Revolution Podcast

Send us Fan Mail In episode #170 we spoke with researcher Dr. David Church about: The crucial role of muscle protein synthesis in endurance athletes The role of essential amino acids on muscle growth and recovery The impact of sleep deprivation on muscle recovery and performance. Dr. David Church, the Director of the Center for Translational Research in Aging & Longevity at University of Arkan...

Send us Fan Mail In episode #169 we chatted with cyclist and coach Brenton Jones about The shift in bike nutrition from basic carb intake to more precise nutrient timing and measurement. Pre-race meals, timing and individual needs Supplements like beta-alanine and sodium bicarbonate The importance of variety  to adapt to different environments Brenton Jones is a former pro cyclist with a passion f...

Send us Fan Mail In episode #168 we talked with Dr. Steven O'Bryan about Age and sex hormone impacts on female neuromuscular function and performance How muscle contractions and force can change over time Postmenopausal hormonal changes and muscle strength and contractility Dr Steven O’Bryan is an internationally recognised neuromuscular physiologist whose research explores how sex-specific a...

Send us Fan Mail To close out 2025, we are revisiting our top podcast episodes of 2025, including this one discussing creatine and mental health with creatine researcher, Dr. Riccardo De Giorgi. We spoke with Dr. Riccardo De Giorgi about: His published study, "Efficacy and safety profile of oral creatine monohydrate in add-on to cognitive-behavioural monohydrate in depression: An 8-week pilot...

Send us Fan Mail To close out 2025, we are replaying a couple of our most popular episodes, starting with our conversation with Kilian Korth, ultrarunner and expert in the 200-mile distance, who set the record for the Triple Crown of 200s in 2025. Kilian Korth lives and trains in Western Colorado, spending time traversing mountain ridges and desert canyons alike. He is an ultra runner and full tim...

Send us Fan Mail In episode #165 we talked with ultrarunner and adventure seeker Lydia Oldham about: Lydia's solo completion of The Speed Project, running 500km from LA to Vegas Her solo 650-kilometer Fastest Known Time (FKT) on the Camino Portuguese. Her journey from running for fitness to finding her passion on the trails Gut training and learning from her fueling mistakes Lydia Oldham is a...

Send us Fan Mail In episode #164 we discussed some important science around heat and performance with Dr. Melani Kelly: The differences between heat exhaustion, heat injury, and heat stroke, and the role hydration and nutrition play in preventing them. How certain medications can increase the risk of exertional heat illness, and how they can alter our physiological responses Practical advice and s...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode #163 we talk with Olympic Mountain Biker Riley Amos about: Nutrition and hydration and its evolution as he joined the elites How he uses caffeine and supplements like sodium bicarbonate and beta-alanine Active and passive heat training 23-year-old Riley Amos was born and raised in Durango, Colorado, and has certainly made a name for himself in the mountain biking c...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode #162 we talk with ultraunner and advocate Cindy Shepard about: Going from a casual runner to an ultramarathon athlete The role community plays in maintaining momentum and training consistency The evolution of her nutrition and hydration strategies, and how she continues to learn through doing Post-race recovery fueling Cindy Shepard is a Kenyan-born runner from Ore...

Send us Fan Mail In episode #161 we spoke with researcher Dr. Mark Hearris about: Carbohydrate metabolism and exercise performance Co-ingesting protein with carbs for recovery Dual-source carbohydrates and liver glycogen repletion Periodizing nutrition and training goals Dr. Mark Hearris is a Senior Lecturer in Exercise Metabolism and Nutrition at Manchester Met University. His research interests...

Send us Fan Mail In episode #160 we talk with Aussie cyclist, coach and exercise physiologist, Tasman Nankervis about: The evolution of cycling nutrition from low-carb to high-carb. The impact of proper fueling and hydration on performance and recovery. Strategies for different cycling disciplines: gravel, mountain biking, and cyclocross. The role of caffeine and other supplements in endurance spo...

Send us Fan Mail In episode #159 we talk with premier creatine researcher Dr. Scott Forbes about: Creatine supplementation improving cognitive functions like memory, attention, and reaction time. Creatine during times of stress, including sleep deprivation and hypoxia, and its potential effects in aiding in recovery from traumatic brain injuries Dr. Scott Forbes is a professor and chair in the dep...

Send us Fan Mail In episode #158 we talk with runner and gravel cyclist Anna Gibson about: Her approach to fueling and hydration in training and races Heat training and adaptation Supplement strategies and lab testing to determine biomarkers Anna Gibson was raised on the edge of Grand Teton National Park. What’s now considered“training” began simply as time in the mountains with family and friends...

Send us Fan Mail In episode #157 we talk with researcher Dr. Andrew Creer about: Research on energy expenditure in ultra marathons, as looked at in his recently published research, "Total Energy Expenditure and Intake During a 161-km Mountain Ultramarathon" https://journals.humankinetics.com/view/journals/ijspp/20/6/article-p869.xm l Nutritional strategies for optimal performance and rec...

Send us Fan Mail In episode #156 we talk with Triple Crown winner Kilian Korth about: His unique nutritional strategies, including his shift from vegetarianism to a high-fat, low-carb diet. His training regimen and recovery techniques Mental strategies for overcoming challenges during races and training Kilian Korth lives and trains in Western Colorado, spending time traversing mountain ridges and...

Send us Fan Mail In episode #155 we talk with researcher Hannah Caldwell about: The importance of maintaining optimal energy availability for muscle repair, hormone production, and overall health. Study Insights: Exploration of a study on low energy availability, revealing a performance impairment in endurance-trained athletes despite high training volumes. Tips on recognizing signs of low energy...

Send us Fan Mail In episode #154 we talk with Katie Asmuth about: Racing: Her recent return to racing post foot injury Recovery: Her strategies for recovery Simplifying: Back to basics for nutrition and how she handled GI distress Katie Asmuth is a competitive ultra marathon trail runner for HOKA, mom of 8yo and 10yo boys and a Family Nurse Practitioner- living in Mammoth Lakes, California. She ha...

Send us Fan Mail In episode #153 we talk with Clara Marie Koppenburg about her journey as a professional cyclist: Clara's personal experiences with Low Energy Availability (LEA) and Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (REDs). The pressures of maintaining performance while managing health and nutrition. Insights into Clara's recovery process and the importance of finding balance in profes...

Send us Fan Mail In episode #152 we talk with Emily Keddie, who recently set the supported FKT on the Oregon Volcanic Skyline Route, climbing 15 of Oregon's tallest volcanoes: Navigating the challenging 416-mile route, with more than 85,000 feet of vert in 12 days, 17 hours and 12 minutes.  Trail running, climbing, logistics, and enduring through pain and injury Strategies for nutrition and h...

Send us Fan Mail In episode #151 we discuss the science behind fermented foods with researcher Dr. Maria Marco: The role of microbes in gut health and their potential benefits for humanity and the planet. Insights into the fermentation process of sauerkraut and its impact on gut barrier function. The difference between probiotics and friendly microbes found in fermented foods like sauerkraut. The...

Send us Fan Mail In episode #150 we chat with Unbound XL 2025 champion, Rob Britton, about: His epic win - and new course record - at Unbound XL 2025 Fueling and hydration strategies he used for 350 miles Heat adaptation and how it's helped in the longterm Robert Britton is a Canadian professional cyclist, who currently competes in gravel racing, including an incredible win at the Unbound XL...

Send us Fan Mail In episode #149 we chat with Kiwi gravel cyclist Cam Jones - the 2025 Unbound 200 Champ - about: Insights gathered from his winning performance at Unbound 200 race, including an incredible carbs/hour ratio, and how he achieved that How Unbound differs from races like Leadville How he has trained to eat real food, as well as make his own drink mixes for efficiency and cost At 24 ye...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk with ultra endurance swimmer Catherine Breed about: Her recent feat of becoming the 1st person to swim the Tahoe Water Trail consecutively (60 miles), and how she navigates nutrition and hydration in and out of the water Her upcoming adventure - Swim California - where she'll tackle swimming the entire coastline of California What she does out of the w...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk with ultrarunner Adam Kimble about: We explore Adam Kimble’s epic performance at Badwater 135—one of the world’s toughest ultramarathons. Gain insights into his heat acclimatization, race-day nutrition, and mental strategies for peak performance. Crew love: the difficulties and importance of a crew during an ultra Adam Kimble is a professional ultrarunner,...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk with off-road cyclist Sabrina Bishop Gordon about: Crushing the Unbound XL into the second podium spot The importance of her plan, and sticking with it The road to recovery, and its challenges Encouraging women to get on two wheels Serena Bishop Gordon, founder of Special Blend Gravel, is a pro off-road cyclist, coach, and community builder with over a deca...