Are fueling for performance and fueling for fat loss really total opposites?

In this episode, I’m breaking down one of the biggest misconceptions runners have about nutrition — the belief that you have to choose between improving your running and improving your body composition.

We’re talking about:

• Why “eat less, run more” backfires for so many runners

• The problem with extreme calorie deficits and fasted running

• Why your running performance tanks when you underfuel

• The biggest misconceptions around weight loss and running nutrition

• What proper fueling for performance and body composition actually have in common

• How timing, food quality, and recovery impact your results

• Why the scale doesn’t always tell the full story

• The sustainable approach I use with runners inside my coaching programs

If you’re tired of feeling exhausted, ravenously hungry, frustrated with the scale, or stuck in the cycle of restricting and overeating, this episode is for you.

Looking for the resources mentioned in today's episode?

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get your free fueling audit here!⁠

And if you’re ready for more support, I’ve got options—whether it’s my nutrition ebook⁠ ⁠Fuel Smarter, Run Stronger⁠⁠, my online coaching programs The Fueled Runner or ⁠ ⁠The Fuel Train Recover Club,⁠⁠ or apply for limited spots in my personalized⁠ ⁠1:1 coaching ⁠⁠programs.

This week on The Fuel Run Recover Podcast, I’m joined by one of my 1:1 coaching clients, Stephanie Prinzing, to talk all things marathon travel, fueling, and running a World Major. From missed flights and carb loading in airports to navigating massive race crowds and balancing race goals with actually enjoying the experience, this episode is packed with practical advice for runners planning destination races.

We chat about:

• Stephanie’s journey from casual runner to marathon traveler
• The realities of racing in cities like London, Chicago, and Paris
• Packing tips, travel logistics, and avoiding race week stress
• How to carb load while traveling internationally
• Managing expectations for big races with huge crowds
• Why fueling, recovery, and proper training changed everything for her running

If you’ve ever dreamed of running a World Major, or you’re already planning one soon, this episode will help you feel more prepared, confident, and ready to enjoy the experience.

Looking for the resources mentioned in today's episode?

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get your free fueling audit here!⁠

And if you’re ready for more support, I’ve got options—whether it’s my nutrition ebook⁠ ⁠Fuel Smarter, Run Stronger⁠⁠, my online coaching programs The Fueled Runner or ⁠ ⁠The Fuel Train Recover Club,⁠⁠ or apply for limited spots in my personalized⁠ ⁠1:1 coaching ⁠⁠programs.

Fat might be one of the most misunderstood nutrients in the running world. Some people fear it, others swear by high-fat diets, and many runners are left wondering what they actually should be eating to support performance, recovery, and overall health.

In this episode of the podcast, I break down the real role dietary fat plays in a runner’s diet, including why fat is essential for hormone health, recovery, energy, and long-term performance. You’ll learn the difference between various types of fats, how much runners actually need, and how to include fat strategically without compromising your fueling plan.

I also explains why balance matters when it comes to carbohydrates, protein, and fat, and why extreme approaches often do more harm than good for endurance athletes.

In this episode, we cover:

• What dietary fats actually do in the body
• The difference between unsaturated, saturated, and trans fats
• How fat supports runners’ energy, recovery, and hormone health
• Signs you may not be eating enough fat
• Practical sources of healthy fats for runners
• When high-fat meals can hurt performance
• Why runners still need carbohydrates, even if fat is an important fuel source
• How to create a balanced approach to fueling for performance

If you’ve ever felt confused by conflicting nutrition advice online, this episode will help you better understand how fat fits into a healthy, performance-supportive diet for runners.

Looking for the resources mentioned in today's episode?

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get your free fueling audit here!⁠

And if you’re ready for more support, I’ve got options—whether it’s my nutrition ebook⁠ ⁠Fuel Smarter, Run Stronger⁠⁠, my online coaching programs The Fueled Runner or ⁠ ⁠The Fuel Train Recover Club,⁠⁠ or apply for limited spots in my personalized⁠ ⁠1:1 coaching ⁠⁠programs.