#439 : Why You're (Likely) Under-Fuelling And Under-Performing with Eliza Kelly

Discover the nutrition secrets that could make or break your next long swim—are you fueling properly? Swimmers and endurance athletes often overlook crucial aspects of fueling, leading to fatigue, poor recovery, and even injury. In this eye-opening episode, registered sports dietitian Eliza Kelly shares behind-the-scenes insights from a 55-kilometer open water swim, revealing how altitude, heat, and unexpected challenges demand real-time nutritional adjustments. Her experience coaching elite swimmers and triathletes will change how you approach long training sessions and races, ensuring you stay energized and perform at your best. 00:11 Introduction to the episode and guest 01:12 Eliza's background and work with swimmers 04:23 Details of the 55 km swim in the Kimberley 05:38 Managing nutrition and hydration during hot swims 07:27 Electrolyte and sodium considerations 09:20 Adapting nutrition in real-time during a swim 12:13 Lessons learned from the Kimberley swim 14:39 Common nutrition mistakes athletes make 19:06 When and what to eat during long sessions 22:45 The importance of fueling and avoiding hunger 29:59 Iron deficiency in swimmers and endurance athletes 31:06 Testing and optimizing iron levels 32:26 How to connect with Eliza for nutrition support     https://www.fluidperformancenutrition.com.au/ fluid_performancenutrition