Sarah LaCourse
Pursuing Endurance Podcast
Jump in with Sarah LaCourse, personal trainer, sports nutritionist, and eating disorder recovery coach, for all things endurance - from sport, to entrepreneurship, eating disorder recovery, to endometriosis. Here on the pod, you’ll hear discussion around the many facets of these topics. Sarah is a seasoned endurance loving human, small business owner, and individual in long-term recovery managing endometriosis who is passionate about having real conversations around the grey areas that often come with all endurance pursuits. Welcome to the Pursuing Endurance Podcast, we are excited to have you...
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Episodes
Ep 33 | Honoring your timeline + reminder to put the blinders up 23.10.2025 22:11
Welcome back or welcome to the Pursuing Endurance Podcast :) This week we are going to be discussing the concept that we are all on our own timeline and the importance of keeping your blinders up. This could be pertaining to business, training, recovery, our health, or many other areas of life. Throughout the episode we will chat about accountability to self, our overall capacity, energy levels, o...
Ep 32 | 32 lessons and reminders 23.09.2025 16:50
Welcome back or welcome to the Pursuing Endurance Podcast. It’s been a while. In this episode we cover 32 lessons I’ve learned in 32 years of being a human on this planet. I turned 32 in June and this was originally a Monday Mindset email, but with the next podcast episode being 32 it was just too perfect to not have this be the first episode back. Thanks for being here ♥ I hope this lands well fo...
Ep 31 | Winter hiking: gear, safety, and judgement calls 22.12.2023 30:31
In this episode we discuss some of the factors you might want to focus on as we enter the winter hiking season. This episode delves into many difference factors, from gear to nutrition to safety and more. Whether you're new to winter hiking or a seasoned winter hiker, I invite you to have a listen and see what this episode can offer. ALL THE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISDODE Winter hiking gea...
Episode 30 | 10 lessons in 10 years of eating disorder remission 26.10.2023 36:07
In this episode we chat about ten lessons I've learned in a decade of eating disorder remission. Many of these are transferable to other areas of life so I invite you to have a listen if you think this would be helpful or supportive for your human experience. PROGRAMS & WORK WITH SARAH 1:1 Functional Foundation - strength coaching membership Eating Disorder Recovery Coaching Personal Tra...
Episode 29 | Exercise isn't therapy 05.10.2023 26:53
In this episode we chat about the concept that exercise/movement isn’t therapy. There are many factors to this and we get into many of them in this episode. Some of the discussion points include our relationship with exercise, defining therapy versus something that is therapeutic, potential benefits of exercise, and how both movement and therapy can be tools in our toolbox. MENTIONED IN THIS EPIS...
Episode 28 | All about protein 14.09.2023 38:15
In this episode we chat all about protein - from what it, why it’s important for endurance and strength training, recovery from activity, the breakdown, storage, and metabolism of proteins, complete vs incomplete proteins, supplementation, and some other things to consider when it comes to protein in general. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Episode 3 | Sports nutrition guidelines for endurance athletes...
Episode 27 | All about carbohydrates 21.01.2023 34:54
In this episode we chat all about carbohydrates - from what they are, why they are important for endurance and strength training, recovery from activity, breakdown, storage, and metabolism, and some other things to consider. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Episode 3 | Sports nutrition guidelines for endurance athletes Episode 13 | Fueling for performance and defining sustainable nutrition PROGRAMS &...
Episode 26 | Q1 intentions + mindset for training, life & biz 05.01.2023 28:40
In this episode we discuss we talk about first quarter intentions and mindset for training, life, and business. We also chat about reflecting on the past season and the energy that the new year can bring. If you are curious about using quarterly goals, intention setting, and mindset for business, training, and life in general - I invite you to have a listen. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Episode 11 |...
Episode 25 | Spoon Theory & Chronic illness/pain 15.12.2022 28:43
In this episode we discuss what "Spoon Theory" is. We also get into how I have personally found this to be beneficial for managing endometriosis and eating disorder recovery as well as how it could apply to you. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Sounds Like a Search and Rescue Podcast Pursuing Endurance Podcast episode 8 GIVEAWAY DEETS! To enter: follow @slacourse on instagram AND share either t...
Episode 24 | Strength, nutrition, and recovery entering the winter endurance season 01.12.2022 49:36
In this episode we discuss some of the factors you might want to focus on as we enter the winter season. We chat about strength training, nutrition, and recovery practices to consider depending on your goals and also things to keep in mind! My goal is for you to have an awesome season and so this episode provides insight on these practices and factors to consider implementing and putting some ener...
Episode 23 | Holiday season body image and diet talk 18.11.2022 39:20
In this episode we discuss the topic of navigating diet talk and body image during the holiday season and really leaning into the ways that we can support ourselves during this time of year. PROGRAMS & WORK WITH SARAH 1:1 Winter Strength Trail Nutrition 101 - launching November 2022! Functional Foundation - strength coaching membership Fed & Fueled - sports nutrition coaching membership Pe...
Episode 22 | Tracking movement and nutrition: potential benefits & negatives 04.11.2022 37:44
In this episode we discuss the various options for tracking movement and nutrition. We then get into some of the reasons why an individual may want to implement these practices. Also covered are some of the potential positives and negatives to be considered around tracking. PROGRAMS & WORK WITH SARAH 1:1 Winter Strength Trail Nutrition 101 - launching November 2022! Functional Foundation - str...
Episode 21 | Supplements for strength & endurance: regulations, research, and Q&A 22.10.2022 39:38
In this episode we discuss the supplements from many angles. We cover regulations around supplements, certification seals, popular supplements in the strength and endurance realms, and a Q&A. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Episode 20 | Mistakes in strength and endurance training International Society of Sports Nutrition position stand: safety and efficacy of creatine supplementation in exercise, sp...
Episode 20 | Mistakes in strength and endurance training 07.10.2022 38:43
In this episode we discuss "mistakes" you might be making in your strength and endurance training. This episode specifically focuses on factors such as rest days/deload periods, rest between sets, warm-ups, intentional movement, and more. The goal of this episode is to help you train more effectively and efficiently in order to help keep you doing the activities you love long-term. MENTI...
Episode 19 | Prioritizing for sustainability in life 23.09.2022 31:46
In this episode we discuss prioritizing in fitness, business, recovery and life in general. This episode takes a broad approach as we are all humans with different experiences. We chat about prioritizing for sustainability and making all parts of our lives cohesive with each other. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Episode 10 | Prioritizing the basics of strength, fitness, and nutrition Episode 14 | Seaso...
Episode 18 | Updates and plot twists 08.09.2022 19:22
In this episode we discuss some updates, my hiatus, and have a little chit chat around priorities. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Episode 16 | My Endometriosis journey, recent surgery & navigating chronic pain + eating disorder recovery Trail Nutrition 101 Winter Strength - starting October 17, 2022! STRENGTH COACHING MEMBERSHIP Functional Foundation WORK WITH WITH ME AT CORE COMMUNITY FITNESS Lear...
Episode 17 | Season shift: factors to focus on entering summer hiking, trail running & cycling season 21.04.2022 43:33
In this episode we discuss some of the factors you might want to focus on as we enter the summer season. Oftentimes the summer (&fall) season(s) mean an increase in endurance pursuits and there are some practices that can help with performance, injury prevention, and recovery. My goal is for you to have an awesome season and so this episode provides insight on these practices and factors to co...
Episode 16 | My Endometriosis journey, recent surgery & navigating chronic pain + eating disorder recovery 05.04.2022 47:27
In this episode we discuss my recent surgery and diagnosis of endometriosis. We get into the journey that it took to get here, how this has played into long-term eating disorder recovery, the challenges of navigating the medical system, and much more. MEMBERSHIPS Functional Foundation Fed & Fueled WORK WITH WITH ME AT CORE COMMUNITY FITNESS Learn more here RESOURCES Nancy's Nook FB group...
Episode 15 | Acute and chronic undereating/underfueling 02.03.2022 25:04
In this episode we discuss what under-fueling/eating is and how it can present both acutely and chronically. We cover some of the signs and cues the body may give and some potential steps to begin working on feeding the body what it needs to keep doing the things we love to do. WINTER STRENGTH Get the program here PREVIOUS PODCASTS MENTIONED Episode 3 Listen on Apple Listen on Spotify Episode 7 L...
Episode 14 | Seasons of training & prioritizing different training metrics 10.02.2022 23:27
In this episode we discuss seasons (or phases) of training: pushing, maintenance, and resting. We also dive into discussion around how to prioritize different aspects of training in different seasons as appropriate for your goals and life. WINTER STRENGTH Get the program here NEWSLETTER & MONDAY MINDSET YAY emails! CONTACT SARAH VIA EMAIL Drop me a line LINKS & SOCIAL: Website Personal Ins...
Episode 13 | Fueling for performance and defining sustainable nutrition 19.01.2022 26:24
In this episode we discuss how I define sustainable nutrition as a Sports Nutritionist, and get into some more specific sports nutrition topics. I open the episode by discussing the concept of "long game nutrition" and the mentality around this. We then get into what "fueling for performance" means and some practical applications of this for endurance athletes and enthusiasts a...
Episode 12 | Questions and prompts for reflection and clarity 04.01.2022 21:07
In this episode we cover a handful of questions and prompts which can help you reflect on your goals, life, purpose, what is/isn't working, and more. My intention with this episode is to help you reflect and gain clarity on what it is that you want for yourself and motivation to show up for your life. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Episode 11 | All about GOALS Listen on Apple Listen on Spotify Amy...
Episode 11 | All about GOALS 15.12.2021 31:10
In this episode we chat about all things GOALS. From how to figure out what we are truly seeking, to actually setting goals and perhaps "chunking" them, to what to do when we reach a goal. We delve into breaking down goals into macro, micro, and nano segments as well as time-frame from annual to monthly. SIGN UP FOR THE WINTER STRENGTH PRESALE LIST :) Learn more & sign up! NEWSLETTER...
Episode 10 | Prioritizing the basics of strength, fitness, and nutrition 07.12.2021 28:02
In this episode we chat about why prioritizing the basics first (and continuing to prioritize them as we progress) matters. We touch on the "fitness spectrum", movement patterns, and nutrition. SIGN UP FOR THE WINTER STRENGTH PRESALE LIST :) Learn more & sign up! NEWSLETTER & MONDAY MINDSET YAY emails! EPISODE 3: SPORTS NUTRITION GUIDELINES FOR ENDURANCE ATHLETES Listen on Apple...
Episode 9 | Return on investment (ROI) in business, training, and life 02.11.2021 18:24
In this episode we chat about the concept of return on investment (ROI) and how this is applicable to not only business, but also training and life. SIGN UP FOR THE NEWSLETTER & MONDAY MINDSET YAY emails! CONTACT ME Send me an email! LINKS & SOCIAL: Website: work with me for strength & nutrition coaching! Pursuits of Sarah (blog) Personal/adventure Instagram Coaching Instagram PODCAST...
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