E12: What PTs should know about Carbs, Protein and underfueling in running injury Recovery with Rebecca McConville.

In this episode of Physio Insights, Jimmy talks with sports scientist and eating disorder specialist Rebecca McComel about the critical but often overlooked role of nutrition in injury recovery. They break down how underfueling and low energy availability (RED-S) can delay healing, disrupt hormones, impair neuromuscular control, and increase bone stress injury risk. This conversation offers practical screening cues for physiotherapists, clear guidance on carbs, protein, and recovery, and a reframed approach to fueling that supports faster rehab and long-term athletic performance.More info on Runeasi.ai Editing done by Audiokophttps://www.instagram.com/rebeccaeddietitian/