The Hydration Fix: How to Run Stronger in the Heat w/ Chelsea Schmidt

If the summer heat has you bonking on every run, you’re not alone—and this episode is your hydration lifeline. We’re joined by fan favorite Chelsea Schmidt, nurse practitioner and sports nutrition coach, to break down hydration, sodium, and why so many runners are under-fueled and overcomplicating it. Whether you’re marathon training or hobby jogging in humid weather, this is your crash course in staying strong (and upright) all summer long.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why most runners are under-consuming sodium (and what to do about it)
• How to calculate your hydration and sodium needs (without getting overwhelmed)
• Tips for salty sweaters, GI distress, and recovery
• The truth about salt tabs, drink mixes, and gels

Standout Quotes:

• “You don’t get a trophy for running an hour with no fuel—you just get more tired.”
• “It’s not a fueling problem, it’s usually a sodium problem.”
• “Runners are not normal. You are not the average person the FDA is talking to.”
• “There’s no badge of honor for bonking.”

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