Inside Sports Nutrition

We sit down with Chris Harris from Precision Fuel & Hydration to talk about hydration and sodium needs for athletes before, during, and after exercise. We reference the recent review paper by Dr. McCubbin (linked below) as our discussion guide. This conversation will help you think more clearly about your own hydration strategy and why testing and context matter far more than blanket rules.

Links: 
Review paper we reference by Dr. Alan McCubbin
Precision Fuel & Hydration Knowledge Hub
Chris's own case studies on the Precision Fuel & Hydration website

More about our guest:
Chris holds an MSc in Sport and Exercise Physiology and works as a Sports Scientist at Precision Fuel & Hydration, where he helps endurance athletes develop personalised hydration and fueling strategies informed by scientific research and multiple years working in the field. He previously worked as an Exercise Physiologist for several National Governing Bodies in the UK. Chris spends his 'spare time' being a competitive triathlete who has raced at the IRONMAN World Championships in Kona, ticked off a 2:40 marathon on debut, and generally loves practicing what he preaches!

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One of the most striking changes in the new 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans is the inverted food pyramid. In this episode, we talk through what stood out to us, including updated protein recommendations, how fats and added sugars are positioned, and what the guidelines emphasize about real food. Check it out and see what may pertain to your food plan.
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If you’ve ever stood in front of a wall of plant-based protein bars wondering which one actually to choose, this episode is for you. We break down the crowded protein bar landscape by reviewing a handful of vegan options (NuGo, IQ Bar, TruBar, and Aloha) and talk through what ingredients, macronutrient profiles, and other details to consider when you’re making a choice.

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If you’re heading into a new season with the same fueling plan, it might be time to pause and ask one important question: "Should I change my sports nutrition?"

In this episode, we talk through when it makes sense to change your sports nutrition and how to recognize signs that your current fueling approach may no longer match your training or your body. If you’re an endurance athlete or team sport athlete wondering whether your nutrition plan still fits your goals for this season, this conversation will help you think more clearly about when to adjust and when to stay the course.

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Alcohol doesn’t just affect you the night you’re drinking - it influences how you sleep, recover, and perform (cognitively and physically) in the time that follows. If you do consume alcohol, this episode walks through practical ways to reduce its potential impact by paying attention to what happens before, during, and after drinking.

Here is the relatively new probiotic supplement we mention towards the end of the episode.

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