EPISODE · Mar 10, 2026 · 51 MIN
The RED-s Deep Dive: Metabolism, Heart Health, and Fueling Your Potential
from Real Fuel with SLS · host Stevie Lyn Smith MS, RDN, CSSD, CDN
In this episode, Becca McConville, an expert on relative energy deficiency in sports, shares insights on REDs and its impact on health and performance. We break down the complexities of metabolic dysfunction, the "sneaky" ways athletes end up under-fueled, and why a low resting heart rate might not be the "fitness flex" many think it is. From the impact of GLP-1 medications on performance to the psychology of "a la carte" movement, this conversation provides a roadmap for athletes and clinicians to move from a state of survival to true performance.We chat about:REDS and its effects on metabolism and healthUnstructured activity and its role in energy expenditureNutritional strategies for athletes to prevent REDSMetabolic markers and signs of low energy availabilityThe impact of low heart rate and HRV on athlete healthAnd so much more!Stay Connected:Follow Becca on Instagram: @rebeccaeddietitianCheck out Becca's website: https://beccamcconville.com/Follow Stevie on Instagram: @stevielynlynJoin Stevie’s newsletter: Stevie Lyn Nutrition newsletter
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In this episode, Becca McConville, an expert on relative energy deficiency in sports, shares insights on REDs and its impact on health and performance. We break down the complexities of metabolic dysfunction, the "sneaky" ways athletes end up under-fueled, and why a low resting heart rate might not be the "fitness flex" many think it is. From the impact of GLP-1 medications on performance to the psychology of "a la carte" movement, this conversation provides a roadmap for athletes and c...
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