FastFuel Podcast Trailer

In this episode of FastFuel our host Dr James Morehen is joined by Louise Sutton, Head of Sport and Exercise Nutrition at Leeds Beckett University, as she outlines the most important nutrition considerations for extreme athletic challenges. From practical considerations such as the ability to cook, to the importance of home comfort foods during long adventures, Louise delves into her decades of experiences working with athletes such as solo around-the-world sailors to Everest mountaineers. Louise Sutton is the head of Sport and Exercise Nutrition at Leeds Beckett University. Her expertise focuses on optimising athletic performance and health through evidence-based nutrition strategies, and she has worked with athletes at all levels across a range of Olympic and professional sports. Louise takes a particular interest in supporting early career practitioners be effective in their roles.Key learningsThis podcast’s key learnings are:At a basic level, the two most common nutritional challenges during extreme events are meeting energy and fluid needs.Whilst the energy costs during extreme challenges will be high, appetite can be challenged under certain conditions therefore food palability is a key factor to consider.It's important to replicate event conditions and trial different foods and supplements during training to understand your athlete's preferences in extreme environments.  Work with your athlete to co-create the event plan and give them additional confidence for the event. With guest speaker Louise Sutton, Head of Sports nutrition at Leeds Beckett University (BSc, MSc, SENr).For more expert sports nutrition content and professional resources, visit the GetPRO professional website.

In this episode of Fast Fuel our host Dr James Morehen is joined by Mike Naylor as he discusses how he goes about preparing for and delivering top level sports nutrition support at major tournaments.Mike shares that it is much more about the logistics, planning and managing challenges, than it is about the science of nutrition. Mike is a leading health and performance nutritionist with over 15 years’ experience in elite sport, including having held roles such as the Head of Performance Nutrition at the English Institute of Sport.key learningsThis podcast key learnings are:Project planning and prioritization are key. Consider the event logistics and  how you can really make a difference on the ground to support athletes in the tournament environment.Be prepared to be adaptable and have contigency plans in place so that you can adapt to changing event conditions. Remember that athletes are humans too and so it's important build rapport and think about the timing of your messages.Building a community and support network with other key stakeholders at the event to ensure you can deliver the best support to the athletes.With guest speaker Mike Naylor, Head of Nutrition for the English Institute of Sport (BSc, MSc, SENr).For more expert sports nutrition content and professional resources, visit the GetPRO professional website.

In this episode of Fast Fuel our host Dr James Morehen is joined by Mike Naylor as he discusses his approach to working with athletes and delivering effective, personalised support to help them meet their goals. Mike is a leading health and performance nutritionist with over 15 years’ experience in elite sport, including having held roles such as the Head of Performance Nutrition at the English Institute of Sport.Key learningsThis podcast's key learnings are:Before diving into nutrition recommendations, start by understanding your athlete's nutritional habits, preferences and performance goals to tailor your recommendations.Think about habit stacking. Identify opportunities within the athlete's daily routine and training schedule to integrate nutritional strategies and education. Tailor your approach to the environment. For example, a team environment might require more practical on-the-ground nutrition solutions compared to a 1.1 consultation. The more information you have the more you can tailor your support. Don't undersestimate the power of good listening and asking open questions to build rapport with your athlete.With guest speaker Mike Naylor, Head of Nutrition for the English Institute of Sport (BSc, MSc, SENr).For more expert sports nutrition content and professional resources, visit the GetPRO professional website.

In this episode of Fast Fuel our host Dr James Morehen is joined by Louise Sutton, Head of Sport and Exercise Nutrition at Leeds Beckett University, as she shares her tips for how to succeed in early career as a sports nutritionist. Louise delves into her considerable experience helping those fresh out of university gain the experience and skills they need to success, and details how having a good mentor can make all the difference.Key learningsThis podcast’s key learnings are:Seeking out mentorship and supervision, developing reflective practice skills, and being clear on your goals is key to excel within the field of sports nutrition.Practitioners of all levels can benefit from mentorship, however the type of support required can change with more experience. For early career practitioners, mentorship can play an important role in supporting health and wellbeing due to the high pressure environment of elite sport.When developing your professional network, consider the quality of your relationships as well as the size of your network.With guest speaker Louise Sutton, Head of Sports nutrition at Leeds Beckett University (BSc, MSc, SENr).For more expert sports nutrition content and professional resources, visit the GetPRO professional website.

In this episode of FastFuel our host Dr James Morehen is joined by leading academic Dr Olly Witard from Kings College London, as he shares his own views on the future of protein science. From new functional peptides, exciting future research and the rise of alternative sources of Protein, Olly delves into his deep knowledge on this importance area of sports nutrition. Olly is a Senior Lecturer in Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism at King’s College London. His academic research interests are in the response of muscle protein metabolism to exercise and nutrition with application to athletic and clinical populations.Key learningsThis podcast’s key learnings are:Protein nutrition recommendations should combine health outcomes with the need for sustainable protein choices.Future research should consider the effects of the whole food matrix and the muscle response to protein-rich foods within the context of a full meal.Protein requirements and protein recommendations are two separate things. Protein requirements set out the minimum protein required to satisfy metabolic demand, whereas protein recommendations are for optimizing adaptation to training.Current recommendations for protein nutrition can be broadly separated into 3 priniciples: Total, Type and TimingFrom a sports nutrition perspective, elevated protein intakes need to be balanced against the other macronutrients that will be compromised. With guest speaker Oliver Witard, Senior Lecturer in Exercise Metabolism and Nutrition, Kings College London.For more expert sports nutrition content and professional resources, visit the GetPRO professional website.

In this episode of FastFuel our host Dr James Morehen is joined by leading academic Dr Olly Witard from Kings College London, as he discusses the nuances of nutrition in masters age athletes, and how they might differ from those of younger athletes. Olly is a Senior Lecturer in Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism at King’s College London. His academic research interests are in the response of muscle protein metabolism to exercise and nutrition with application to athletic and clinical populations.Key learningsThis podcast’s key learnings are:As we age, we require a higher dose of protein to maximally stimulate the muscle response to protein due to anabolic resistance.From a metabolic standpoint, loss of muscle mass begins a lot earlier in life than we originally thought, therefore early intervention is key to help prevent this decline. We can help to mitigate age-related loss of muscle mass by ensuring we continue lifestyle activities throughout the lifespan e.g physical activity.For master athletes, increased protein requirements must be carefully balanced with other nutritional needs to ensure overall energy and nutrient needs are met. With guest speaker Oliver Witard, Senior Lecturer in Exercise Metabolism and Nutrition, Kings College London.For more expert sports nutrition content and professional resources, visit the GetPRO professional website.

The Fast Fuel podcast is brought to you by GetPRO Professional and co host Dr. James Morehen to deliver bitesized content around the latest topics and science in the field of sports nutrition. In each episode, we've teamed up with leading sports nutrition experts to provide their own insights, practical tips and real world stories from the world of elite and grassroots sport.For more expert sports nutrition content and professional resources, visit the GetPRO professional website.