262. 3 Nutrition Myths Every Performer Should Ignore

“If you’re skipping carbs, chugging green juice, or eating 1,200 calories a day… we need to talk.”In this myth-busting episode of The Fit2 Perform Podcast, Bobby and Steffan break down three of the most common (and damaging) nutrition misconceptions circulating in the performing world. If you’ve been told carbs are evil, that you have to eat “perfectly clean,” or that the fastest way to your goals is by slashing calories—this one’s for you.In this episode:🥖 Myth 1: Carbs Make You FatWhy your body prefers carbs for fuel during high-output performance days and how cutting them can actually tank your energy and stage presence.🥗 Myth 2: You Need to Eat “Clean” All the TimeThe dangers of over-restriction, why chasing perfection backfires, and how flexible eating supports better recovery, consistency, and enjoyment.⚡ Myth 3: Low Calorie = Faster ResultsHow under-fuelling increases injury risk, disrupts hormones, wrecks sleep, and stalls progress—especially for performers pushing their limits.Key Takeaways:Smart carbs = smart performers.Consistency beats perfection every time.Prioritise protein and energy balance before cutting anything.Plus, we respond to a listener question that ties perfectly into the episode theme, offering practical, real-world advice you can use right now.👉 Tune in to 3 Nutrition Myths Every Performer Should Ignore on The Fit2 Perform Podcast and start fuelling your body for both performance and longevity. Got a myth you want us to tackle? Email us at [email protected] and we might feature it in an upcoming episode.