We hear it all the time in the nutrition world: there are no quick fixes.

And while that’s mostly true… sometimes there actually are a few simple changes that can improve your energy and performance almost immediately.

In this episode of The Fuel Run Recover Podcast, I’m sharing three simple fueling swaps runners can make today that can make a noticeable difference in how your runs feel — sometimes within the very same workout.

These aren’t complicated strategies or strict meal plans. They’re small adjustments to your pre-run, during-run, and post-run fueling that help your body actually get the energy it needs to perform.

Because feeling stronger on your runs isn’t about complicated strategies or hacks, it’s about fueling smarter.

• Why coffee alone isn’t enough fuel before a run (and what to add instead)

• The common mistake runners make with sugar-free sports drinks

• Why carbohydrates matter during longer workouts

• How skipping carbs after a run can hurt your next workout

• A simple tweak to your post-run protein shake that improves recovery

• How small fueling changes can quickly improve energy, endurance, and consistency

If your runs have been feeling sluggish lately, or like you just can’t hit that next gear, one of these simple fueling adjustments might be exactly what you need.

Looking for the resources mentioned in today's episode?

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get your free fueling audit here!⁠

And if you’re ready for more support, I’ve got options—whether it’s my brand-new ebook⁠ ⁠Fuel Smarter, Run Stronger⁠⁠, my group program⁠ ⁠The Fuel Train Recover Club,⁠⁠ or apply for limited spots in my personalized⁠ ⁠1:1 coaching ⁠⁠programs.

What would make someone run 34 marathons in 34 days?

Or 58 marathons in 49 days?

In this episode of The Fuel Run Recover Podcast, I sit down with Curtis Hargrove, endurance athlete, charity runner, and the man known for running marathons in high heels.

Curtis shares how he evolved from an everyday runner into a purpose-driven athlete, raising money and awareness for causes close to his heart, including:

• 34 marathons in 34 days for the Terry Fox Foundation
• Running across Canada for the Stollery Children’s Hospital
• Walking from Cold Lake to Edmonton in high heels to support women and children impacted by domestic violence
• 58 marathons in 49 days across the U.S.

We talk about what it’s really like to run in heels, how he manages recovery and injury prevention, the ups and downs mentally of taking on these massive challenges, and what’s next in 2026.

This episode is about grit, purpose, and using your miles for something bigger than yourself.

Find Curtis and follow his journey over on instagram @chargrove15.

Looking for the resources mentioned in today's episode?

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get your free fueling audit here!⁠

And if you’re ready for more support, I’ve got options—whether it’s my brand-new ebook⁠ ⁠Fuel Smarter, Run Stronger⁠⁠, my group program⁠ ⁠The Fuel Train Recover Club,⁠⁠ or apply for limited spots in my personalized⁠ ⁠1:1 coaching ⁠⁠programs.

How often should you weigh yourself?

If you’ve ever been told that daily weigh-ins are the key to staying “on track,” this episode might challenge that advice.

Today we’re talking about the scale- when it’s useful, when it’s misleading, and how often you should actually be stepping on it (especially if you’re trying to lose weight or avoid weight gain).
The reality is your body weight fluctuates. A lot. And most of those changes have absolutely nothing to do with fat gain or fat loss.

In this episode, I break down:

• Why daily weigh-ins often don’t work the way they’re marketed
• How focusing on short-term fluctuations can fuel the binge/restrict cycle
• Why real fat loss is slow (and gets slower over time)
• The many reasons your weight can swing day-to-day (hydration, inflammation, glycogen, muscle repair)
• Why the scale doesn’t reflect body composition changes, especially if you’re actively working on building muscle
• When body composition analysis (BIA, DEXA) or measurements may be more useful
• When weighing yourself is actually helpful, like assessing hydration before and after long runs
• The most important question to ask yourself: “What am I doing with this information?”

We also talk about the common trap of weighing yourself after a weekend away, a vacation, or a few dinners out, and why using the scale to judge “how bad it was” often leads to extreme, unhelpful decisions.

The bottom line?

It’s time to rethink your relationship with the scale and start measuring progress in ways that actually support your goals.

Looking for the resources mentioned in today's episode?

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get your free fueling audit here!⁠

And if you’re ready for more support, I’ve got options—whether it’s my brand-new ebook⁠ ⁠Fuel Smarter, Run Stronger⁠⁠, my group program⁠ ⁠The Fuel Train Recover Club,⁠⁠ or apply for limited spots in my personalized⁠ ⁠1:1 coaching ⁠⁠programs.