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Fuelled with Dr Gemma Sampson

Dr Gemma Sampson
Nutrition
Cycling
Cycling Nutrition
Carbohydrates
Weight Maintenance
Strength Training
Nutrition Strategy
Weight Loss
Maple Syrup
Weight Management
Hydration
Mindset and Behavior Change In Sports
Nutrition For Cyclists
Carbohydrate
Healthy Habits
Endurance Cycling
November
Carbohydrate Loading
Isabella Bertold
Carbohydrate (nutrition)

Dr Gemma Sampson is an Australian Advanced Sports Dietitian and Sports Nutrition expert fuelling peak performance for amateur and elite cyclists. Find Gemma at www.gemmasampson.com

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In this episode of the Fuelled Podcast, I share a surprisingly simple story about putting air in my car tyres — and why it perfectly reflects the way so many people approach change, nutrition, health, and personal growth.

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In this episode of the Fuelled Podcast, I take you behind the scenes of my own race nutrition strategy for the Mallorca 312 cycling event and share the lessons I learned from completing 226 kilometres with far less training than I would normally have... more

In this episode, I sit down with Dougie Gunn, a recreational cyclist who would have once described himself as a “human vacuum” when it came to food. He shares his journey from riding casually and fueling randomly, to taking a more structured and stra... more

In this episode, I answer a question I get all the time from cyclists and endurance athletes: what do I do if I’m not hungry after training?

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Dougie Gunn
Long-distance cyclist with interest in endurance fueling
Cyclist, Peaks Challenge participant
Episode: 120. Sports nutrition for 'human vacuums' with Douglas Gunn
Liz Nelson
Exercise sport scientist, pharmacist, endurance coach
Episode: 117. What Every Female Cyclist Over 40 Needs to Know About Building Muscle and Staying Strong: Liz Nelson
Matilda Raynolds
Cyclist, former sprinter, pacer, and coach
Former Bicycle Network ride leader; Sub-Eight Peaks Challenge finisher
Episode: 116. Fuelling Australia's Hardest Granfondo: Three Peaks Challenge Under Eight Hours | Matilda Raynolds
Isabella Bertold
Female cyclist with history in sailing; test participant and guest
Episode: 108. I tested how many grams of carbs I REALLY need per hour: Isabella Bertold
Kate Richardson
GB track rider, National Elite Women's Crypt Race Jersey winner, client of the host
GB cycling, personal coaching client
Episode: 107. I was overwhelmed with nutrition information: Kate Richardson
Ted Huang
Two-time Olympic windsurfer, sport psychology background
Independent / Cycling psychology and coaching
Episode: 106. Mindset, Mindfulness, and the Ripple Effect of Behaviour Change in Sport with Ted Huang
Grace Thek
Australian professional triathlete
Australian professional triathlete
Episode: 103. Transition From Short To Long Distance Triathlon: Nutrition Insights from Pro Triathlete Grace Thek
Brooke Meyer McIntyre
Cyclist, social media strategist, storyteller
Episode: 101. I Made All the Cycling Nutrition Mistakes So You Don’t Have To: Brookmyer McIntyre
Josh Brandwene
Cyclist, coach, and guest sharing experiences and insights on aging, nutrition, and performance
Episode: 97. Nutrition for cyclists entering their 50s and 60s Josh Brandwene

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Dr Gemma Sampson
Host and Australian Advanced Sports Dietitian; sports nutrition expert focusing on fueling peak performance for cyclists.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 16 ratings
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    Love this podcast and the approach. Advice just works and is immediately applicable to the every day. Must listen

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Guests bring high-quality expertise, making episodes trustworthy for those serious about performance.
Content balances coaching guidance with relatable, real-world cycling stories.
Listeners appreciate the science-backed approach to fueling and recovery.
The show provides practical, actionable nutrition advice that listeners can apply right away.

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97. Nutrition for cyclists entering their 50s and 60s Josh Brandwene
Q: What has changed most in Josh's approach as he aged?
Josh emphasizes shifting away from ultra-processed foods toward real, nutrient-dense choices, and focusing on fueling around workouts and travel to support steady weight and energy without rigor mortis dieting. He highlights the importance of trial-and-error learning, patience, and trusting a simple framework over chasing quick fixes.
107. I was overwhelmed with nutrition information: Kate Richardson
Q: How has tracking and data helped you?
Tracking provided concrete feedback, helped tailor intake to training load, and allowed adjustments to ensure energy availability without over-restriction.
107. I was overwhelmed with nutrition information: Kate Richardson
Q: What changed in your fueling approach that led to better performance?
She moved to a practical, plan-driven system: structured meals, explicit carb targets, and front-loading carbs around training and races, which reduced fatigue and improved end-of-race energy.
107. I was overwhelmed with nutrition information: Kate Richardson
Q: What sparked you to seek help with fueling your training?
Kate describes feeling overwhelmed by conflicting nutrition advice and recognizing a need for a clear, personalized plan that fits her cycling demands and lifestyle.
101. I Made All the Cycling Nutrition Mistakes So You Don’t Have To: Brookmyer McIntyre
Q: What was the hardest lesson you learned about adapting fueling for temperature and race conditions?
She explains how heat increased carbohydrate needs while dehydration risk grew, and how carrying water with carb drinks helped maintain energy without GI distress, especially on long endurance efforts.

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A nutrition-focused show for endurance athletes, mainly cyclists, that blends practical fueling strategies with personal coaching insights. Episodes frequently cover race day nutrition, carbo-loading, real-food fueling, gut tolerance, and recovery, with a strong emphasis on sustainable, data-informed plans. A notable thread is the evolution from traditional carb-loading to individualized, science-backed fueling, and the host's expertise as a sports dietitian often shapes pragmatic, actionable guidance for both amateur and elite athletes. The show also frequently discusses balancing life, training, and performance, making it useful for listeners juggling family, work, and sport while aiming for long-lasting improvements in energy and perform... more

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2. Liz Nelson
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4. Isabella Bertold
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