2. Sleep

In triathlon, nutrition is often considered the “fourth discipline” after swim, bike, and run. Truthfully, it should be the first focus for so many athletes! If you’ve ever wondered if your nutrition is holding you back, if you’re eating enough, or found yourself sick and tired too often in training, then this is a must listen episode. Far too often, we find athletes under eating for the amount they burn in workouts. That’s particularly true in endurance sports like triathlon or long distance running, where athletes working out several hours daily regularly burn 1500-2000+ calories on top of their other requirements. This can lead to a negative energy balance, for which the body compensates by shutting down things it can’t fuel. Unfortunately, this often leads to a missed menstrual cycle in women, low bone density, reduced immune function, and much more Does that sound like you? Listen with us to learn what your body is doing!

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Have you ever wondered why we sleep or how sleep affects your athletic performance? Or how to feel more rested when you wake up in the morning? Nicole and I share some sleep science, how we sleep, how your nighttime habits can improve or hurt your training, and how to get a better night's sleep!

Welcome to the first Suss Coaching Podcast! Have you ever worried about your weight as an athlete? Have you ever cut calories to try and achieve a "Racing weight?" So many athletes fixate on weight or body composition changes without realizing that there is another side to how your body reacts. Check out our discussion that includes a definition of racing weight and conversations about energy availability, RED-S, and a whole slew of topics related to racing weight.