151. Sports Dietitians React: Runners WIEIAD Viral Videos

Ever wondered if you should follow running influencers nutrition advice?

In this episode of the Eat More Carbs podcast, Jenna, Reilly, and Lilly react to a runner’s viral what I eat in a day video. While social media is full of aesthetic fueling videos, many of them promote restrictive habits that are actually detrimental to long term athletic performance and health. 
A major focus of this conversation is debunking common misconceptions and myths in period recovery. For athletes struggling with hypothalamic amenorrhea, receiving conflicting advice is one of the most frustrating parts about recovery. 
The episode also tackles the heavy reality of the constant pressure and desire to be thin in today’s society. Jenna, Reilly, and Lilly have an honest discussion about navigating body image triggers in a world that prioritizes thin over performance

The Eat More Carbs Podcast is hypothalamic amenorrhea recovery podcast for athletes! Each Thursday learn about how to get your period back using proper sports nutrition. Hosted by Team Steady State Sports Dietitians, Reilly Beatty and Jenna Fisher, you will learn how to optimize your health and maximize your performance.

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Struggling with figuring out what advice you should be following to achieve your goal of period recovery? Learn more about the Period Recovery Program here!