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by Stevie Lyn Smith MS, RDN, CSSD, CDN
Welcome to Real Fuel with SLS—the podcast where performance meets real life. I’m Stevie Lyn Smith, a sports dietitian, and every week we’re breaking down nutrition for runners, triathletes, and everyday athletes who want to train smarter, recover faster, and feel better doing it. No food guilt. No complicated plans. Just practical fueling strategies, real conversations, and science that actually makes sense. Whether you’re chasing a PR or just trying to get through your next workout feeling strong—this podcast is for you. Let’s get into it.
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- 1 weeks ago32 min
How to Structure Your Triathlon Off-Season (Without Burning Out or Losing Fitness)
Race season is winding down, and “no days off” posts are everywhere. In this solo coaching episode, USAT Level 1 coach and sports dietitian Stevie Lyn Smith explains why the off-season is a deliberate phase with a job to do: recover from training and life stress, fix limiters, and build a base without burning out before next year. You’ll get a simple three-phase framework for triathletes, marathoners, and endurance athletes at any level. In this episode, you’ll learn: The two classic off-seas...
- Oct 13, 202655 min
How to Fix IT Band Syndrome & Train Injury-Free as an Adult Runner with Dr. Duane Scotti
Why do so many adult runners get stuck in a cycle of recurring injuries, like the dreaded IT Band Syndrome? In this episode of Real Fuel with SLS, Stevie sits down with physical therapist, running coach, and founder of Spark Healthy Runner, Dr. Duane Scotti, to discuss how adult runners can train smarter, build resilience, and stay healthy as they age. Dr. Scotti breaks down his journey from recovering from hip surgery and upper hamstring tendinopathy to becoming a specialized PT for distance...
- Sep 16, 202647 min
Ultra-Running Fueling Strategies, GI Distress, and Gut Training with Pro Runner Ryan Montgomery
In this episode of Real Fuel with SLS, host Stevie Lyn Smith catches up with professional ultra-runner Ryan Montgomery. Coming off a 3rd-place finish at the iconic Western States 100 in under 14 hours, Ryan breaks down his multi-year evolution from middle school cross-country in rural Alaska to competing on the world stage. Ryan and Stevie dive deep into the real-world mechanics of ultra-endurance performance—covering mental growth, managing imposter syndrome alongside elite field competitors...
- Sep 2, 20261h 7m
Why Being a Great Athlete Doesn’t Make You a Great Coach (and How to Build a Real Business)
Have you ever wondered what it takes to turn your love for endurance sports into a sustainable, full-time coaching business? In this episode of Real Fuel with SLS, host Stevie Lyn Smith is joined by 20-year industry veteran and endurance coach Michelle Lake. Michelle has coached athletes to world-class achievements—including coaching the oldest female Ironman Kona finisher in history—and now helps coaches transition from hobbyists to thriving "coachpreneurs." Stevie and Michelle walk down mem...
- Aug 18, 202650 min
Fueling Young Runners: Nutrition Tips and Strategies with Sports Dietitian Erin Kesterson
In this episode of Real Fuel with SLS, host Stevie Lyn Smith is joined by sports dietitian, run coach, and mother of five, Erin Kesterson. They dive deep into the world of sports nutrition, the evolution of the field, and how to properly fuel growing youth and high school endurance athletes. Erin is a mom of five, runner, sports dietitian, and running coach with a MS in Exercise Science. She has been a dietitian for 22 years and running coach for 7 and loves working with runners because...
- Aug 4, 20261h 0m
Age-Group vs. Pro Triathlon, Gear Hype, and Race Day Realities with Lisa Becharas
On this episode of Real Fuel with SLS I am joined by professional triathlete and endurance coach Lisa Becharas. We dive deep into the hilarious realities of racing, share unforgettable Ironman race-day blunders, and break down how the sport of triathlon has evolved over the years. From navigating race announcer mispronunciations (and accidental identity swaps at the finish line!) to debating the true value of carbon-plated shoes and expensive bike gear, Lisa brings a grounded, refreshing pers...
- Jul 14, 202655 min
Why You Won't PR Every Race (And Why That's Okay)
In this episode, host Stevie is rejoined by fan-favorite and friend of the pod, Coach Nick Klastava. Nick is a dad, husband, running coach, and the brains behind the popular platform Running Explained. If you have ever felt trapped by the numbers on your GPS watch, discouraged because you aren't hitting your college PRs, or lonely in a season of transition, this episode is for you. Stevie and Nick dive deep into "Act Three" of Nick's personal running journey, exploring how he moved from a bur...
- Jun 30, 202643 min
Mastering Summer Running: Fuel and Hydration Strategies in Heat
Summer is officially here, and with it comes hot, humid miles that can make your runs feel significantly more challenging. Whether you are ramping up training for a fall marathon (like Stevie’s upcoming Philly full in November!) or keeping active with local summer races, staying safely fueled and hydrated in the heat requires a distinct strategy. In this solo episode, registered sports dietitian and triathlon coach Stevie Lyn Smith breaks down the exact physiological changes that happen to yo...
About Real Fuel with SLS
Welcome to Real Fuel with SLS—the podcast where performance meets real life. I’m Stevie Lyn Smith, a sports dietitian, and every week we’re breaking down nutrition for runners, triathletes, and everyday athletes who want to train smarter, recover faster, and feel better doing it. No food guilt. No complicated plans. Just practical fueling strategies, real conversations, and science that actually makes sense. Whether you’re chasing a PR or just trying to get through your next workout feeling strong—this podcast is for you. Let’s get into it.
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