EPISODE · Jun 4, 2026 · 9 MIN
Stop Chasing Products: Build a Fueling and Hydration System That Works Ep 146
from Find Your Edge: Training, Sports Nutrition & Mindset Tools for Triathletes, Runners & High Achievers Chasing Performance & Longevity · host Chris Newport | Tri Coach, Sports & Longevity Nutritionist and Exercise Physiologist at The Endurance Edge
Why do so many endurance athletes struggle with cramping, GI distress, dehydration, and race-day fueling?Because they're asking the wrong question.Instead of asking:"What's the best gel?" "What's the best electrolyte?" "What's the best sports drink?"Coach Chris Newport encourages athletes to ask:"What does my body actually need?"In this episode, you'll learn:why chasing products rarely workshow sweat testing changes everythingwhy fluid, sodium, and carb needs are uniquehow to build a fueling and hydration systemwhy accountability and testing matterhow to stop guessing and start trusting your planReady to stop the trial and error?Join the next Fueling and Hydration Bootcamp: https://www.theenduranceedge.com/fuelingbootcamp/ Support the show🎧 Thanks for tuning in to the Find Your Edge Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend, subscribe, and leave us a review — it helps more athletes like you find the show. 💪✨📚 Download our free resources:🥗 Guide to High Performance Healthy Eating🏊♀️ 6 Steps to Triathlon Success: Free Guide💧 Hydration Guide for Athletes🏃♂️ Runner's Fueling & Hydration Cheat Sheet 🌐 Find us here: TheEnduranceEdge.com 🏆 Race with us: Humans of Steel Olympic & Sprint Triathlon at Harris Lake, NC 💊 Purchase Safe Supplements here (you'll be prompted to create an account) ⭐ Explore our Favorites Things & Partners 📲 Follow us on Instagram or Facebook
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Why do so many endurance athletes struggle with cramping, GI distress, dehydration, and race-day fueling? Because they're asking the wrong question. Instead of asking: "What's the best gel?" "What's the best electrolyte?" "What's the best sports drink?" Coach Chris Newport encourages athletes to ask: "What does my body actually need?" In this episode, you'll learn: why chasing products rarely workshow sweat testing changes everythingwhy fluid, sodium, and carb needs are uniquehow ...
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