157. A Sports Dietitian's Guide to Fuelling Your Workouts: What Most Women Get Wrong and How to Fix It (with Claire Bates)

157. A Sports Dietitian's Guide to Fuelling Your Workouts: What Most Women Get Wrong and How to Fix It (with Claire Bates)

Author: Leanne Ward May 29, 2026 Duration: 48:07
Sports dietitian Claire Bates joins Leanne to break down exactly how women should be fuelling different types of exercise, from fasted walking and short runs to HIIT, strength training, and endurance events, including why underfuelling is quietly sabotaging results for so many women who think they are doing everything right, the truth about carbs and protein timing, how to fuel for body composition goals without losing muscle, and the red flags that signal your body is running on empty. Practical, evidence-based, and genuinely useful for any woman who exercises regularly.

Tune into Leanne Ward Nutrition for a clear, practical conversation about food and well-being that cuts through the noise. Hosted by Leanne Ward, a dietitian and health coach with a decade of experience, this podcast delivers grounded advice you can actually use. Each episode feels like a direct consultation, drawing from Leanne's extensive work in gut health, managing emotional eating, and achieving sustainable fat loss without restrictive diets. The guidance here is rooted in evidence, not trends, reflecting the expertise that has connected with hundreds of thousands online. You'll also hear from a range of specialist guests, offering deeper dives into specific topics to round out your understanding. This isn't about quick fixes; it's about building a healthier relationship with your body through nutrition. Listening to this podcast provides a reliable source for sorting through conflicting information, answering the questions that come up in everyday life about what to eat and why. Leanne’s approach is both knowledgeable and relatable, making complex science accessible. Whether you're looking to improve your digestion, find balance with food, or simply feel better, these discussions offer a supportive path forward.
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