In this episode of the Fiercely Fueled Nutrition Podcast, Coach Joni and Coach Bela break down something many performance athletes overlook: how you fuel around your workouts can make or break your results.

They explain why most nutrition advice is built for general gym-goers (and often men), and why athletes need a more intentional approach. If you've ever felt nauseous, sluggish, or "off" before training, it may not be your workout but what (and when) you ate.

They walk through:

• Why fast-digesting carbs work best close to training

• When to choose balanced meals (and when not to)

• How digestion and blood flow shift during exercise

• Why combining glucose and fructose can help stabilize energy

• When liquid carbs or clear protein might be your best bet

You'll also get practical, real-life ideas (think cereal and protein, rice cakes, yogurt, white rice, potatoes, grab-and-go snacks) plus strategies that make consistency easier — because the best fueling plan is the one you can actually follow.

If you want to stop leaving performance on the table, this episode shows you how to fuel smarter, not just harder.

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