Eating Enough: Nutrition to Support Energy, Focus & Recovery

Amanda, Sabrina, and Ryann sit down for a candid, behind-the-scenes conversation about what it actually looks like to work with a nutrition coach at Black Iron and who coaching is (and isn't) for. They unpack common misconceptions about coaching, why "just give me a meal plan" usually backfires, and how education, accountability, and habit-building drive real, long-term progress. The conversation covers everything from cutting through social media noise to why sustainable change should feel more like small, boring tune-ups than dramatic overhauls. They also explain how we structures our coaching tiers, what makes our client–coach relationships successful, and why being coachable, honest, and willing to experiment matters more than perfection. You'll hear real examples of how our clients gain confidence with food, improve performance and recovery, reduce injuries, and rebuild trust with their bodies, often without chasing aesthetics as the primary goal. If you're considering working with us 2026 and want clarity before committing, this episode lays out the philosophy, expectations, and realities of Black Iron coaching straight from the people doing the work every day. Black Iron Nutrition Book a Free Discovery Call Free Macro Calculator Free Downloads Black Iron Blog Check Out Fe26 Strategy Session

The holidays tend to throw routines, digestion, energy, and food decisions completely off track. Fiber might be the simplest tool most people are overlooking. Amanda, Ryann, and Maggie break down why fiber becomes even more important during a season of stress, travel, heavier meals, and inconsistent schedules, and how it supports digestion, blood sugar, energy, mood, immunity, and appetite regulation. You'll hear strategies for front-loading fiber, navigating holiday meals and leftovers, traveling smarter, and avoiding the all-or-nothing mindset without tracking or restriction. Black Iron Nutrition Book a Free Discovery Call Free Macro Calculator Free Downloads Black Iron Blog Check Out Fe26 Strategy Session

Brooke, Amanda, and Morgan talk about one of the most powerful mindset shifts an athlete can make: trading the endless grind of fat loss for the long game of performance. They break down why under fueling kills progress, how performance goals reshape confidence and daily life, what training should look like when the goal is adaptation, and why so many athletes unlock their best physique after they stop chasing it. If you're craving a healthier, more fulfilling approach to nutrition and training in 2026, this conversation is the spark you need. Black Iron Nutrition Book a Free Discovery Call Free Macro Calculator Free Downloads Black Iron Blog Check Out Fe26 Strategy Session

High blood pressure is common, quiet, and massively influenced by how we live, which means most of us have a lot more control than we think. Morgan, Jess, and Brooke break down what actually drives healthy blood pressure, why hydration and potassium matter more than people realize, how movement fits in (without overcomplicating it), and why stress and sleep can push your numbers around more than salty food ever will. Black Iron Nutrition Book a Free Discovery Call Free Macro Calculator Free Downloads Black Iron Blog Strategy Session

How do you model healthy body image for your kids, partner, and the people closest to you, especially if you're still working on it yourself? Maggie, Christin, and Morgan break down the everyday moments that shape how families learn to talk about bodies, food, movement, and self-worth. From ditching moral language around eating to handling social media influence, hunger cues, body checking, and the pressure to "earn" your meals, this conversation is grounded, honest, and genuinely useful. If you've ever wondered how to break old patterns and build a more positive environment at home, this one is for you. Black Iron Nutrition Book a Free Discovery Call Free Macro Calculator Free Downloads Black Iron Blog Check Out Fe26 Strategy Session

Sleep always seems to disappear during the holidays. Travel, family schedules, late nights, alcohol, stress, and time changes can throw even the steadiest routines way off. Maggie, Morgan, and Kelly break down why holiday sleep feels so chaotic and what you can realistically do to protect your rest without sacrificing the moments that matter. We talk boundaries, expectations, alcohol, stress-management, sleep "non-negotiables," travel routines, night-before anxiety, naps, time-zone shifts, and how to keep your habits intact without falling into perfectionism. If your sleep always tanks this time of year, this one's for you. Black Iron Nutrition Book a Free Discovery Call Free Macro Calculator Free Downloads Black Iron Blog Check Out Fe26 Strategy Session

Krissy, Whitney, and Acacia break down how winter sports can help you cope with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). They share their personal histories with skiing/snowboarding (and even ice hockey), explain what SAD is, outline the real barriers to winter sports (like cost and cold), and offer tips for getting started without breaking the bank. If you've ever wondered whether picking up a winter sport could help you feel better during the dark months, this episode is for you. Black Iron Nutrition Book a Free Discovery Call Free Macro Calculator Free Downloads Black Iron Blog Check Out Fe26 Strategy Session

Your training sessions aren't the main driver of your TDEE (total daily energy expenditure), what you do outside of them is. Ryann, Chloe, and Maggie unpack NEAT (non-exercise activity thermogenesis), why it matters more than you think, and how small habits make a massive difference for energy, mood, body composition, and long-term health. This episode is filled with simple ways to move more without being dramatic about it. Practical strategies and plenty of real-world examples you can start today! Black Iron Nutrition Book a Free Discovery Call Free Macro Calculator Free Downloads Black Iron Blog Check Out Fe26 Strategy Session

The holidays get messy with travel, family gatherings, unpredictable schedules, food everywhere, and the kind of days where your normal routine doesn't stand a chance. Ryann, Kelly, and Kelsey talk about how to navigate movement during the busiest time of year without slipping into all-or-nothing thinking. They cover how to reframe "imperfect" workouts, ways to move during long travel days, what to pack (and when you don't need anything at all), how to set boundaries around your training, how to avoid guilt-driven exercise, and why one week of chaos and inconcistency won't erase your progress. If you want to feel good, stay grounded, and keep movement in your life even when everything else is wild, this one's for you. Black Iron Nutrition Book a Free Discovery Call Free Macro Calculator Free Downloads Black Iron Blog Check Out Fe26 Strategy Session

Most people aren't under-motivated, they're under-fed. Brooke, Amanda, and Sabrina break down what happens when you don't eat enough to support your training, recovery, brain, and basic human functioning. They cover the science behind low energy availability, the signs you're running on fumes, and why eating enough is the foundation for strength, focus, hormone health, and long-term progress. If you've been tired, stuck, irritable, or confused about why your hard work isn't paying off, this conversation is the blueprint for getting out of the under-fueling cycle and finally feeling like yourself again. Black Iron Nutrition Book a Free Discovery Call Free Macro Calculator Free Downloads Black Iron Blog Check Out Fe26 Strategy Session