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Fuel for the Sole

Fuel for the Sole
Hydration
Nutrition
Running
Marathon Training
Electrolytes
Creatine
Asics
Ozempic
Sodium
Collagen
Nutrition For Runners
Boston Marathon
Carb Loading
Weight Loss
Recovery
Athletic Performance
Running Nutrition
Eating Disorders
Hydration Strategies
Sodium Intake

Fuel for the Sole is a podcast hosted by Believe in the Run and sports dietitian, Meghann Featherstun. Together they answer your questions about nutrition, hydration and the effects it has on performance. They’ll discuss the latest tech gadgets, nutrition products on the market and bring in the occasional specialist. Share your questions! Email us at fuelforthesolepodcast@gmail.com to be featured ... more

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This week on Fuel for the Sole, we're talking about fueling for slow, long runs and how that relationship with fueling shifts in the endurance space. We also answer a listener question on collagen — specifically, which types are actually worth taking... more

This week on Fuel for the Sole, we dig into the new caffeine guidelines, quality (and fast) post-run protein sources, how to fuel a night run, and our take on the best cost-effective bulk buys for an active lifestyle at Costco, BJ's, and Sam's Club. ... more

This week on Fuel for the Sole, we tackle several listener questions. We get into how much water you actually need each day — and whether you might be overdoing it. We're digging into what's behind those post-run headaches and what you can do to prev... more

This week on Fuel for the Sole, we're diving into broccoli juice shots — aka Nomio — since it's been all over our feeds lately. We also get into Lactate 60 gels and whether we should all be taking them, break down what actually qualifies as a heavy s... more

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Recent Guests

Nick Ecker
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Social media handle Nickel Pickle
Episode: 136 | Broccoli Juice Shots, Lactate 60 Gels, Sweat Rates and Fueling for Taco Bell 50Ks
Jamie Johnston
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Episode: 130 | Oral Iron Strips, UCAN Alternatives, Runner’s Colitis and Grand Canyon Nutrition
Makenna Myler
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Episode: Move Her Mind Summit | Ep 2 | Makenna Myler, Valarie Allman and Taliyah Brooks
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Olympian World Championship bronze medalist in heptathlon
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Episode: Move Her Mind Summit | Ep 2 | Makenna Myler, Valarie Allman and Taliyah Brooks
Valarie Allman
Discus thrower, Olympian
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Episode: Move Her Mind Summit | Ep 2 | Makenna Myler, Valarie Allman and Taliyah Brooks
Deena Kastor
A professional long-distance runner and Olympic medalist, who has been influential in promoting women's running.
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Episode: Move Her Mind Event Series with ASICS | Ep 13 | Deena Kastor
Allie Caminiti
A running coach and art therapist, also an EMDR therapist.
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Elyse Braner
Director of People and Culture at Pacers Running, with experience in organizing running events and marathons.
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Episode: Move Her Mind Event Series with ASICS | Ep 9 | Brittany Greene and Elyse Braner
Brittany Greene
Founder of Chocolate City Relay, dedicated to creating platforms for black women and promoting physical activity.
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Episode: Move Her Mind Event Series with ASICS | Ep 9 | Brittany Greene and Elyse Braner

Hosts

Meghann Featherstun
Host, believes in the Run / nutrition expert; sports dietitian
Megan Featherstun
Co-host, nutrition expert; host of Fuel for the Sole
Thomas
Co-host, Believe in the Run; runner perspectives

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 587 ratings
  • Lose Thomas

    Great information and such approachable nutrition information from the Megs, but Thomas continues to be such a disappointment. In the latest episode speculating that Mary Cain and Kara Goucher could have been the ones in the wrong? Not helpful perspective and pretty offensive

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Correr22373889
    United States3 months ago
  • Oversaturated

    This podcast used to be fun, but it feels like it’s just become another vehicle to market products the general audience doesn’t really need unfortunately. Are Registered Dietitians permitted to promote one specific product or be partial to one brand? If you have to hype sponsor content, okay, but don’t make it so over the top and over-sell, it becomes even more annoying. The bigger question is are you really helping anyone to learn anything about nutrition other than to buy packaged sports mark... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Ajhr770
    Canada7 months ago
  • Amazing advice for improving performance, but sometimes mean-spirited

    I love Meghann’s advice and her sunny, welcoming attitude on the show. I took nearly 11 minutes off my marathon PR by incorporating her nutrition recommendations into my training. But Thomas can be elitist and adds very little to the show. He spent a good chunk of the most recent episode making fun of listeners who run with hydration backpacks and speculated that a listener who uses medical cannabis called in to the show high (a dumb joke that didn’t land). Running is for everyone, and we should... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    45701 NYC
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love you guys but not the voicemail

    Guys, you are awesome and the nutrition advice is really solid, but please consider dropping the voicemail listener questions. Many are way too long and I am not really here to listen to some girl talk about how close she is to a sub 3 marathon.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WinniePruh
    United Statesa year ago
  • ok

    Helpful to a point. Leans more to those in elite training. Hosts ego and insensitive to the entire audience sets in sometimes. Not everyone is seeking Boston, fyi.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Michigan_is_cold
    United Statesa year ago

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Audience appreciates real-world fueling insights and the approachable tone that makes complex nutrition topics approachable.
Listeners praise accessible, evidence-based nutrition guidance and practical tips for fueling and hydration.
Criticism centers on host banter and occasional interruptions; some listeners feel the format leans toward sponsorship and product promotion.

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138 | Post-Run Recovery, Late-Night Fueling, and the Costco Bulk Buys Worth Making (and Skipping)
Q: Do long runs need fueling even if you've already eaten earlier in the day?
Yes, fueling is important for long runs regardless of the time of day to maintain energy stores and training adaptation, especially for runs around 70 minutes or longer.
136 | Broccoli Juice Shots, Lactate 60 Gels, Sweat Rates and Fueling for Taco Bell 50Ks
Q: Dan asked for fueling advice for a Taco Bell 50K in Maui, including menu items and carb/sodium targets based on a five-hour pace.
A practical approach is to select items with a balance of carbs and moderate fat, consider two liters of a high-carb, beverage option carefully due to carbonation, and be mindful of sodium needs; plan stops and item choices to achieve around 60 grams of carbs per hour, with sodium intake around 4,200 mg total, while adapting to personal tolerance and race conditions.
136 | Broccoli Juice Shots, Lactate 60 Gels, Sweat Rates and Fueling for Taco Bell 50Ks
Q: David shared a sweat-test with heavy sweat loss and asked how to calculate in-run hydration targets and sodium needs during long runs.
Individual response varies; some athletes can tolerate larger sweat losses with high sodium intake and consistent hydration, but general guidance is to assess performance feelings, maintain sodium around the 24-25 ounces per hour range for intake, and not overcorrect solely by chasing fixed replacement percentages.
136 | Broccoli Juice Shots, Lactate 60 Gels, Sweat Rates and Fueling for Taco Bell 50Ks
Q: Karen Egan asked about broccoli juice shots and Nomio, and what the experts think about its potential performance benefits.
Nomio is broccoli sprout extract with higher ITC content; while the theory is that it could help with endurance by sparing carbohydrates, the evidence is limited, with very small studies showing marginal improvements and potential GI issues, so it should be approached cautiously and not relied upon as a clear performance booster.
135 | Understanding Potassium, Protein Denaturing, Blood Panels and Hydration Maxxing
Q: What does it mean when protein denatures?
Denaturation refers to the unfolding of protein structures due to heat, but it does not ruin the amino acids; the protein can still be utilized by the body in heated foods like muffins or scrambled eggs.

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What is Fuel for the Sole about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on sports nutrition, hydration, and practical fueling strategies for runners, blending evidence-based guidance with real-world testing and listener Q&A. Episodes frequently cover daily hydration, electrolyte balance, race-day fueling, and evaluating popular products and supplements, with hosts often translating scientific concepts into accessible tips. A notable strength is the duo's approachable tone alongside occasional expert guests, plus sponsor integrations that illustrate real-world application for endurance athletes. If you're seeking actionable nutrition and hydration insights for running performance, this program is likely to be valuable, especially for listeners who want concrete routines, product recommendations... more

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2. Jamie Johnston
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4. Taliyah Brooks
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6. Deena Kastor
7. Allie Caminiti
8. Elyse Braner

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