Did you know the humble bottle of extra virgin olive oil in your pantry could be doing more than just making your salad taste good?

In this episode, I’m unpacking a game-changing compound found in high quality EVOO – oleocanthal – which behaves just like ibuprofen. We’re talking natural anti-inflammatory power that can help reduce exercise-associated inflammation, support recovery and keep your immune system firing – without wrecking your gut or kidneys like NSAIDs can.

You’ll learn:

• What oleocanthal is and why it’s like nature’s ibuprofen

• How to spot a good quality EVOO (not all are created equal)

• Why this simple pantry staple could be a secret weapon in your recovery strategy

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Think you're eating right for triathlon but still underperforming?

In this milestone 200th episode, the mic flips as four inspiring Triathlon Nutrition Academy athletes interview Taryn about the game-changing strategies that turned their training, racing and health around. From ditching the guesswork to losing 20kg, improving diabetes, and smashing PBs, this episode is packed with real stories of what's possible when your nutrition is dialled.

Get a behind-the-scenes look at the philosophies behind the TNA program, why age-groupers should stop copying the pros, and what actually works when you're juggling training with work, family and life.

If you're serious about improving performance, staying injury-free and fuelling smarter, not harder, this episode is a must-listen.

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Are plant-based proteins really good enough for triathletes chasing strength gains and performance? Or do animal proteins still reign supreme?

In this episode, I dive into a brand-new systematic review comparing plant and animal proteins on muscle mass, strength and performance outcomes – and break down exactly what it means for you as a triathlete. You’ll get a no-fluff summary of the science, plus practical takeaways whether you're a carnivore, vegetarian or full vegan.

Discover which protein sources really matter, how to optimise your intake for recovery and strength, and why you can’t out-supplement a lack of lifting.

Reference: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39813010/

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Still chasing race weight? Skipping food before training to burn more fat? Meticulously tracking every calorie?

In this week’s episode, I’m calling out the three biggest nutrition myths that are still messing with triathletes in 2025. If you’ve been feeling flat, frustrated or just not seeing the performance gains you expect—this one's for you.

Learn why these outdated beliefs are holding you back and what to do instead, including:

• Why fuelling beats weight loss for real results
• When fasted training helps (and when it hurts)
• Why tracking calories isn’t the silver bullet

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Think you're doing everything right with your training and nutrition, but the results just aren't stacking up? You're not alone.

In this episode, Taryn walks you through the four most powerful nutrition upgrades she'd make if you were her athlete. These are the exact strategies she uses inside the Triathlon Nutrition Academy to turn underperforming athletes into high-performing machines.

Whether you're feeling flat, struggling to recover or just guessing your way through race day fuelling, this episode will help you identify what to fix and where to start.

What you'll learn:

• Why most triathletes are unknowingly underfuelled

• The problem with generic race nutrition plans and how to build one that actually works

• What effective recovery nutrition really looks like

• How your day-to-day meals could be sabotaging your goals

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Think you're training hard enough to deserve better results?

Troy Bauerle sure was. But it wasn’t until he sorted out his nutrition that things really clicked—and the gains speak for themselves.

In this episode, Troy returns to share what’s changed since completing the Triathlon Nutrition Academy program. From DIY gel confidence to podium finishes, he’s living proof of how dialling in your nutrition can supercharge your performance, boost recovery and keep you injury-free.

If you’ve been flogging yourself in training but feel like you’re still not quite there on race day, this one’s for you.

Here’s what we cover:

• Troy’s recent back-to-back podiums (Geelong 70.3 & Wollongong Olympic)
• The game-changer: 12 months of consistent, injury-free training
• Why he now trains AND races with the same gels—and how he makes them
• The power of proper carb loading and recovery nutrition
• Confidence to negative split a run and go harder, not bonk
• How 9 minutes disappeared from his Geelong race time (same course, same bike)
• Balancing elite-level training with a physically demanding job
• Looking ahead to Ironman at 50—and even Ultraman?

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Not all sports drinks are created equal – and using the wrong one could wreck your race or your gut.

In this episode, I compare two sports drinks from the same brand – Pure Sports Nutrition – and break down the real differences between their Race Fuel Drink Mix and Electrolyte Hydration Mix. While they both look like sports drinks on the surface, they serve completely different purposes once you look under the hood.

You’ll learn what to look for in a sports drink, how to interpret the ingredients and nutrition panel, and what actually matters when deciding what belongs in your bottle on race day.

Because the label doesn’t tell you the full story – and if you’re just picking products based on marketing or taste alone, you’re probably leaving performance on the table.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why the Race Fuel might not actually work at 90g/hour despite the label

• How to spot a poor glucose-to-fructose ratio and why that matters for gut tolerance

• What osmolality is (and why it can make or break your gut on race day)

• How the “hydration” product might be better suited for fuelling — if you tweak it

• How to be your own nutrition detective and decode product labels like a pro

• When and how to modify a product to suit your personal needs

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What does it take to go from consistent age-group triathlete to Ironman podium finisher and Kona qualifier? In this inspiring episode, Samantha Zeps shares how she’s levelled up her performance with smarter fuelling strategies, better recovery habits, and a fresh mindset around nutrition.

From a 14-minute PB at Geelong 70.3 to winning her age group at Busselton Ironman, Sam opens up about the real changes that moved the needle — like ditching fasted training, nailing her carb loading, and fuelling properly to perform and parent. If you're dreaming of Kona or chasing your own next PB, this episode is packed with practical takeaways and serious motivation.

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