We’re welcoming registered dietitian and board-certified sports nutritionist Stevie Lynn Smith back to the Strides for Strength podcast—this time as a soon-to-be published author! Her new book, Power Up: A Young Woman’s Guide to Winning with Sports Nutrition, is all about helping female athletes fuel with confidence, ditch diet culture myths, and build a strong foundation for both performance and lifelong health.

This conversation explores the importance of nutrition for athletes, particularly young women, and how the book aims to provide accessible, science-based information to help them build healthy relationships with food and performance. Stevie emphasizes the need to debunk common nutrition myths, particularly around carbohydrates, and highlights the significance of support systems in fostering a positive environment for young athletes. Stevie shares practial stools & resources that will aid in long term health AND performance!

Pre-order her book, Power Up: A Young Woman's Guide to Winning with Sports Nutrition now!

Connect with her on IG @stevielynlyn

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Nicole joins us on the Strides for Strength podcast to share her journey from a high school state champion swimmer to a triathlete chasing Ironman dreams. From navigating setbacks like injuries and illness to rebuilding her running from the ground up, Nicole’s story is one of discipline, patience, and persistence. Whether you’re curious about triathlon or just need a reminder that growth comes with time, this conversation will inspire you to embrace the long game in your own training.

💡 What You’ll Hear:

• Nicole’s transition from competitive swimming to running and triathlon
• How a New Year’s resolution turned into a lifelong love for endurance sports
• The role patience played in coming back from injury and illness
• Why triathlon culture and community are unlike anything else
• The surprising impact of cadence, strength, and small details on big improvements
• How focusing on feeling strong—rather than chasing numbers—changes the game
• Nicole’s future goals (yes, the full Ironman seed has been planted!)

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In this episode of the Strides for Strength podcast, Kristen sits down with Coach Mich to share her journey as a runner, reflecting on her journey from a hesitant participant using primarily the on/off again via Couch to 5k method to a now consistent, strong, motivated athlete.

She discusses the importance of finding personal motivation, the impact of motherhood on her running journey, and the significance of nutrition in helping her performance. Kristen also emphasizes the value of training intentionally and the importance of setting realistic goals that align with her life as a mother and teacher. As she looks ahead to future races, she shares her excitement about continuing to grow in her running journey while balancing family life.

What You’ll Hear:

• Anyone can be a runner, regardless of speed or distance.
• Running can serve as a metaphor for life, teaching resilience and perseverance.
• Motivation for running can evolve over time, especially through different life stages.
• Training should be intentional and responsive to individual needs and circumstances.
• It's important to find a balance between running and family commitments.
• Setting realistic goals can help maintain motivation and enjoyment in running.
• Community support can enhance the running experience and provide accountability.
• Every run is an opportunity to learn and grow as an athlete.

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