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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/Ready to make a season's worth of progress in just one day? Join us for an Ultimate Training Day and receive personalized coaching, hands-on swim, bike, and run instruction, and actionable feedback you can use immediately. Plus, connect with an incredible community of athletes and coaches. Space is intentionally limited to ensure personalized attention, so register early at TheEnduranceEdge.com/camps  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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