Real Fuel with SLS
Stevie Lyn Smith MS, RDN, CSSD, CDN
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Welcome to Real Fuel with SLS—the podcast where performance meets real life. I’m Stevie Lyn Smith, a sports dietitian, and every week we’re breaking down nutrition for runners, triathletes, and everyday athletes who want to train smarter, recover faster, and feel better doing it. No food guilt. No complicated plans. Just practical fueling strategies, real conversations, and science that actually makes sense. Whether you’re chasing a PR or just trying to get through your next workout feeling strong—this podcast is for you. Let’s get into it.
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S3E57 More Than a Finish Line: Untangling Identity, Suffering, and Mental Performance with Neal Palles
In this episode we dive deep into the "middle space" between athletic coaching, mental performance, and clinical therapy. Guest Neal Palles is a psychotherapist, certified mental performance…
S3E56 Nutrition for Tactical Athletes and High- Performers and How to Spot Nutrition Misinformation with Dr. Brandon Lee
In this episode I sit down with my colleague to dive into how sports nutrition is growing in the tactical and high-performance field. He also shares practical tips to spot nutrition misinformation,…
S3E55 Mental Performance, Self-Compassion, and Sports Science Research with Dr. Sasha Gollish
Dr. Sasha Gollish is a Team Canada middle- and long-distance runner, engineer, coach, and advocate for gender equity in sport. With a PhD in civil engineering and decades of experience in athletics…
S3E54 How to Make the Most of Winter Running: Run Coach Jaci Wilson Shares Her Tips from Her Sub Zero Training
Do you have big spring race goals but struggle to get outside in the winter? If you want to keep hitting the pavement during the cold, snowy, and windy months, this episode will give you the tools to…
S2E53 EP 53: Applying Sports Nutrition Research to the Individual Athlete
Jessica is an Assistant Professor in the nutrition department at Syracuse University, where she previously earned her PhD in Exercise Science. She also serves as the consulting sports dietitian for…
S2E52 EP 52: Reaching Your Max Potential As An Everyday Athlete
Michaela is a run coach, co-founder of Strides for Strength, and a multi passionate nurse by degree. She believes in the power of movement — not just for performance, but for life. Her work lives at…
S2E51 EP 51: Capturing the Journey of Running on Film
From grinding rails to grinding miles — Jim Cielencki was a former pro BMX rider and entrepreneur, co-founding Sunday Bikes. In 2016, he ran every street in Buffalo. Today, he captures the world of…
S2E50 EP 50: Navigating Stress, Injuries, and Burnout in Marathon Training
Sara Manderscheid is the founder + head coach of Elevate Your Running Coaching, a podcaster, and an endurance masters athlete in Boulder, Colorado.Sara partners with athletes to chase big dreams,…
S2E49 EP 49: Getting Support in the Messy Middle of Eating Disorder Recovery
Caitlin Butler is an anorexia survivor turned eating disorder recovery coach and the founder of Bold Bites HQ. After struggling without the tools she needed in her eating disorder recovery, she began…
EP 48: Flexible Fueling & Nutrition for Athletes
Heather Caplan is the co-founder of Lane 9 Project, and a sports dietitian based in Ann Arbor MI. She works with runners to be more flexible with fueling and nutrition, and supports athletes wanting…
S2E47 EP 47: Making Strength Training Accessible & Effective for Athletes of All Ages
Brandon is the owner of SOMA Performance and Fitness in Centennial Colorado where they specialize in helping youth athletes improve speed, strength, and confidence as well as active adults improve…
S2E46 EP 46: Athlete-Specific Care: A Game Changer in Eating Disorder Treatment
Riley Nickols, PhD, CEDS-C is a counseling and sport psychologist who specializes in working with athletes to address mental health and sport performance concerns. Currently, Dr. Nickols is the…
S2E45 EP 45: Unpacking REDs for Endurance Athletes
Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (REDs) and low energy availability are common struggles for endurance athletes and active individuals alike. There are a lot of misconceptions about what these…
S2E44 EP 44: Post-Marathon Mistakes to Avoid with Nick Klastava
Navigating life and training after a marathon or other big race can be a challenge for many runners and athletes. We are stoked to have Coach Nick Klastava back on the pod to give you tips and…
S2E43 EP 43: Nutrition for child and adolescent runners
Abby Wolcott @energysportsdietitian completed her BS in dietetics at Olivet Nazarene University, where she was a member of the track team. She went on to complete her dietetic internship at OSF Saint…
S2E42 EP 42: Eating disorder support for endurance athletes
Kate Ringwood is a therapist and owner of Serendipity Counseling Services, specializing in athletes going through eating disorder recovery. In this episode we chat about:Eating disorder recovery–…
S2E41 EP 41: Hydration For Endurance Athletes
Most endurance athletes know that staying properly hydrated is important, but many choose not to OR are out there just winging it when it comes to hydration. Having a solid hydration plan in workouts…
S2E40 EP 40: Nutrition Tips for New Endurance Athletes
New to running? Or maybe you’re diving right into your first long distance triathlon, full-send! After 16 years in endurance sports and the past 8 years working specifically in sports nutrition, I…
S2E39 EP 39: Debunking Running Influencer Trends
Are you a runner confused by all the information on social media? Do you think you need a 30 minute warm up routine to stay injury free? Feel like you have to go buy the newest pair of super shoes…
S1E38 EP 38: Nutrition for the Masters Athlete
Are you a masters (or entering) your masters athlete phase of life? Aging is a gift and we want to make sure you’re setting yourself to not just perform but also prioritize your health as a masters…
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