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The Fueling Forward Podcast

Hosted by Maddie Alm, sports dietitian and elite runner, The Fueling Forward Podcast is the place to go for all things running and sports nutrition. Learn from other runners as they discuss their own experiences with nutrition and performance and learn from Maddie, a registered dietitian and runner. Through these conversations, we will bust common nutrition myths and misconceptions around fueling for performance, so you can find an approach to fueling that will allow you to feel and perform your

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22. Jess McClain

The Fueling Forward Podcast ·

2025/10/31

This episode is an interview with professional runner for Brooks and 2:22:43 marathoner, Jess McClain. Jess grew up in Arizona, where she was a 4x Footlocker qualifier and 14x state champion while in HS. She went on to run for Stanford and became a 7x All-American. Jess signed a professional contract with Brooks out of college and went to train with Brooks Beasts in Washington, but really struggled with the transition and to stay healthy. She ultimately ended up moving back home with her parents and

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Q&A With Maddie - 20

The Fueling Forward Podcast ·

2025/10/24

Today's episode is a Q&A where I answer questions submitted by listeners. It's also my last Q&A episode before I run the New York City Marathon, so I talk a little about my training block and race day goals.Questions answered in today's episode include:Do you have any good snack ideas for night time? I usually like to have something sweet before bed.Recently I started waking up really hungry and was wondering if this is normal or a sign of under fueling? I only have noticed this recently

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21. Elise Cranny

The Fueling Forward Podcast ·

2025/10/17

This episode is an interview with Elise Cranny, Colorado native and professional runner for Nike. Elise found immediate success in the sport as a high school runner, and went on to run for Stanford. While at Stanford, Elise struggled with RED-S and several bone injuries that disrupted much of her collegiate career, but despite these struggles she was still a 12x All-American and NCAA runner up, and signed a contract with Nike right out of college. Elise credits her post-collegiate career to learning

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Q&A With Maddie - 19

The Fueling Forward Podcast ·

2025/10/10

This episode is a Q&A where I answer questions submitted to me beforehand by listeners. Today's questions include:I'm a busy college runner who relies heavily on pre-packaged foods and bars, often grabbing them for snacks or before or after runs. Do you have any recommendations for conveniences foods that won't hurt my stomach?Should I consume 60g of carbs per hour on all long runs, even the "shorter" long runs that are 10-15 miles?What is a good strategy for taking in fluids during the

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20. Dani Jones

The Fueling Forward Podcast ·

2025/10/03

Today's episode is an interview with professional runner for New Balance, Dani Jones. Dani and I were teammates at The University of Colorado Boulder, and became teammates after college while on Team Boss. Dani was a standout collegiate runner, earning 12x All-American honors and becoming a 4x NCAA Champion. After her 5th year track season was cut short due to covid, she signed with New Balance and went pro, focusing on the 1500. Dani has competed in 8 USATF championships and most recently was

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Q&A With Maddie - 18

The Fueling Forward Podcast ·

2025/09/26

In this Q&A episode, I answer questions that have been submitted by listeners.Today's questions include:Why do runners get side cramps and how can you avoid them?What advice do you have for high school coaches for helping athletes continue to run and train if they have a history or past of disordered eating? How do you balance training along with long term health?How can I handle triggering comments from relatives and friends who don't run?I notice that whenever I get my period, my running takes

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19. Lottie Bildirici (Running on Veggies)

The Fueling Forward Podcast ·

2025/09/19

This episode is an interview with the founder of Running on Veggies, Lottie Bildirici. Lottie grew up in NYC, and as a freshman in high school was diagnosed with cancer. After finishing her treatment, Lottie was inspired to learn more about health and wellness and began getting into running and nutrition. She started the blog, Running on Veggies, which eventually turned into an Instagram. Lottie soon turned her passion into her career by cooking for elite athletes like Kara Goucher, and becoming a

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Q&A With Maddie - 17

The Fueling Forward Podcast ·

2025/09/12

In this Q&A episode, I answer questions that have been submitted by listeners.Today's questions include:I'm a high school runner with a super early lunch period at 10:15am and I'm having trouble figuring out how to eat leading up to a 3:30pm practice. Do you have any tips or advice?Can you share your opinion on energy drinks?I'm a new college graduate running 95 miles per week, do you have any advice for how to get into a better fueling routine without the structure of school? Also, should I be

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18. Emily Infeld

The Fueling Forward Podcast ·

2025/09/05

This episode is an interview with professional runner, Emily Infeld. Emily grew up in Ohio, where she found her love of running through weekend races with her dad. She went on to run collegiately for Georgetown, where she was a 14x All-American and an NCAA indoor 3k champ. Emily signed a contract with Nike right out of college and joined Bowerman Track Club, where she trained for the majority of her career. Emily was the 2015 Bronze Medalist in the 10k at the World Championships in Bejing, and she

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Q&A With Maddie - 16

The Fueling Forward Podcast ·

2025/08/29

This week's episode is a Q&A where I answer questions submitted by listeners. The questions I answer in this episode include:My hemoglobin A1C came back as high in my most recent blood test and my doctor suggested I cut back on carbs and sugar. As a long time runner, can you help put this advice into context? I want to ensure I'm fueled but not negatively impacting my blood sugar.I'm a high school runner currently dealing with a bone stress injury and also trying to get my period back. Do you

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17. Special Live Episode - Women's Decathlon World...

The Fueling Forward Podcast ·

2025/08/22

This is the first ever live recorded episode of The Fueling Forward Podcast! In partnership with Hettas, I had the opportunity to travel to Geneva, OH to be a part of the Women's Decathlon World Championships weekend. I got to talk with the event founder, Lauren Kuntz, who was a D3 All-American in the pole vault while at MIT. After coaching while in grad school at Harvard, Kuntz became frustrated that she wasn't allowed to compete in the 10 event decathlon that included the pole vault because it was

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Q&A With Maddie - 15

The Fueling Forward Podcast ·

2025/08/15

Today's episode is a Q&A where I answer questions that have been submitted by listeners. The questions I answer in this episode include:I'm a college coach and my athletes just started double threshold days. What should fueling and refueling look like around these sessions, and should they be taking in carbs/electrolytes during?I'm a high school runner with a big appetite, and I find myself comparing how much I'm eating to friends and family and feeling bad about eating more than them. Do you

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16. Grayson Murphy

The Fueling Forward Podcast ·

2025/08/09

This episode is an interview with professional runner for Saucony, Grayson Murphy. Grayson grew up playing soccer, and even went on to play soccer in college. When she decided college soccer wasn't for her, she walked on to her college's track/xc team. Grayson went from having no experience with running and running 1 mile at a time to becoming a 5x D1 All-American at the University of Utah. Grayson signed a professional contract soon after college, and has competed in a wide variety of events. She

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Q&A With Maddie - 14

The Fueling Forward Podcast ·

2025/08/01

In today's Q&A episode, we cover some really great questions including:Do you have any advice on how to navigate fueling in the off season? I have a fear of gaining weight and losing fitness, and it's making me really anxious.I was just diagnosed with a bone stress injury in my femur, and I heard that caffeine can lead to bone loss through blocking absorption of calcium and other minerals. I've upped my intake over the last year, do you think this could have contributed to the bone injury?I

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15. Chris Lee

The Fueling Forward Podcast ·

2025/07/25

This episode is an interview with strength and conditioning specialist, Chris Lee. Chris was a D3 collegiate swimmer while at Montclair State, and after college he moved to Boulder, Colorado to pursue competitive triathlon. After getting his CSCS certification, Chris founded Kinesis Integrated. Kinesis Integrated provides personalized, science-backed strength training for endurance athletes, and they offer both in-person and app-based support. He recently created the Kinesis app, which integrates

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Q&A With Maddie - 13

The Fueling Forward Podcast ·

2025/07/18

Today's episode is a Q&A where I answer questions that were submitted to me by listeners.Questions answered in this episode include:I'm a high school xc athlete who had a disappointing track season, I found of my ferritin was a 3 and I'm a plant based athlete. What can I do to help improve my iron?What are your thoughts on syncing your fueling to your menstrual cycle, specifically to help with PMS symptoms?I'm a high school xc coach struggling to get athletes and parents to buy into the

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14. Sinclaire Johnson

The Fueling Forward Podcast ·

2025/07/11

This episode is an interview with professional runner for Nike, Sinclaire Johnson. Sinclaire is a Florida native who switched from lacrosse to running in high school. She earned a full ride scholarship to Oklahoma State University, where she was a 2 time All-American and the 2019 NCAA champion in the 1500, setting the NCAA championship meet record that still stands today. Sinclaire signed a professional contract with Nike right after college and has been with them for 6 years, during which she has

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Q&A With Maddie - 12

The Fueling Forward Podcast ·

2025/07/04

In this Q&A episode, I'm answering questions submitted to me by listeners. Today's questions include:How should I fuel before and after an evening training session if I'm running at night around 7-9pm?I've heard you mention that artificial sweeteners can impact gut health, can you expand on this and does that mean I should stop putting stevia in my coffee?I've been working on adding more carbs and have been feeling better with my energy levels and on runs, but I've also noticed some bloating and

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13. Steph Bruce

The Fueling Forward Podcast ·

2025/06/27

This episode is an interview with mom of 3 and professional runner, Steph Bruce. Steph grew up in Arizona, where finding running in high school led her to a successful D1 career at USCB, including achieving All-American honors. Steph went on to run professionally, and has 3 US titles and over 30 US championship showings between the track and the roads. Steph ultimately transition to the marathon, and has an average time of 2:31 over 20 marathons. Aside from running, Steph is a mom of 3, a co-founder

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Q&A With Maddie - 12

The Fueling Forward Podcast ·

2025/06/20

This week's episode is a Q&A! I answer questions that have been submitted by listeners, and today's questions include:What can I expect physically and mentally when returning from a period of underfueling or RED-S? How long will it take to feel normal?I have big goals in the sport but am not really a stand out runner. I know you were a walk on, so do you have any advice for a runner that wants to get better? I've heard that using sugar based gels during runs can cause gut issues and damage. How

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