We Expose Dangerous Triathlon Nutrition Myths with Taryn Richardson

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. Creatine is everywhere right now - but is it worth it? In this episode with sports dietitian Taryn Richardson, we cut through the hype and give you straight answers. We cover:• Creatine powder vs gummies (and why some gummies contain zero creatine)• Common race day fueling mistakes that ruin months of training• Carb loading done right without the pasta party blowout• Calorie deficit vs performance: why fueling properly makes you faster• Supplements that are worth it - and the ones that are a waste of money Avoid these mistakes and get practical strategies you can use straight away: https://www.dietitianapproved.com/mistakes  Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction01:00 - Creatine Controversy03:50 - Benefits and Purpose of Creatine08:30 - It's Not for Everyone10:15 - Most Products are Placebo12:00 - Natural Creatine Source15:15 - Common Fueling Mistakes17:20 - How To Practice Your Nutrition Strategy19:30 - Different Factors Affecting Nutrition22:25 - Food vs Fluid Nutrition25:30 - Changing Different Products on Race Day27:10 - What To Do When You Lose Your Race Nutrition29:50 - Scientific Approach to Carb Loading32:45 - Evolution of Science in Nutrition34:40 - Calorie Deficit and Leaning Up39:00 - Fueling Adequately is the Key41:15 - Is Lighter Equal Faster?44:30 - Changing Eating Habits46:00 - Bonus Nutrition Tips51:50 - Top Supplements to Get53:45 - Salty Marks: What It Means? If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.