Fuel for the Work Required: A Periodized Nutrition Approach for Everyday Endurance Athletes

Training is periodized for a reason—you manipulate load, intensity, and recovery to maximize adaptation.  Your nutrition or fueling should work the same way.  “Fuel for the work required” means aligning energy and carbohydrate availability with the demands and goals of each training session. This approach improves training quality, supports targeted adaptation, and manages recovery, without […]

Time-Restricted Eating for Menopausal Endurance Athletes: Benefits, Risks, and Practical Tips

One of my endurance athletes, a woman in her 50s, recently asked me about Time-Restricted Eating (TRE)—also known as intermittent fasting—and whether it’s a good idea for menopausal women. Many people try TRE to lose weight, but emerging studies suggest that fasting may also positively affect metabolic health, hormonal function, and fat oxidation.  However, for […]