Nourish Your Potential

E52: Sam Manson

Sat, 21 Jun 2025 17:03:05 +1300

Welcome to episode 52 of the Nourish Your Potential podcast with Sam Manson, a renowned athlete in the multisport world. Sam shares his inspiring journey from his early days in the NZRAF to becoming a champion in the Coast to Coast race. Learn about Sam's experiences growing up in Wairoa, his commitment to sport, and the disciplined training that led to his incredible success.

Sam discusses the essential role of technical skills, the rollercoaster of juggling work, training, and life...and how he navigated challenges to ultimately achieve victory. Whether you're an aspiring athlete or a seasoned Coaster, Sam's story is a testament to grit, perseverance, and the power of consistency. We hope you enjoy this episode that uncovers the essence of determination in pursuing one's dream.

Sam’s website and training plans: https://sammanson.com/

Follow Sam on Instagram: sam.manson.nz

Topsport kayak courses and guided missions: https://topsport.co.nz/

Disclaimer: the information provided in this podcast is for your personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. It should not be considered as medical or professional advice. We recommend you consult with a GP or other healthcare professional before taking or omitting to take any action based on this podcast. While the producer uses best endeavours to provide accurate and true content, the producer makes no guarantees or promises and assumes no liability regarding the accuracy, reliability or completeness of the information presented. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. Any third-party materials or content of any third-party site referenced in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the author’s opinion, standards or policies and the author does not assume any liability for them whatsoever.

E51: Kerri Major - Dietitian

Thu, 22 May 2025 10:59:17 +1300

Welcome back to episode 51 of the Nourish Your Potential podcast. Today, I have the pleasure of introducing Kerri Major, a fellow dietitian based in Scotland. We discuss Kerri's journey from the NHS to self-employment and her dedication to helping clients enhance their performance and health through sports nutrition.

Learn about the role of social media in building professional communities across the globe and why it's crucial in the modern era of healthcare. Kerri shares insights into balancing the demands of private practice, setting boundaries, and the importance of maintaining a healthy relationship with food and exercise. Kerri also reflects on her early career, personal growth, and how she now inspires everyday athletes to fuel properly.

Follow Kerri on Instagram: @kerrimajor_dietitian

Kerri's website: https://www.kerrimajor.com/

PODCAST DISCLAIMER
The information provided in this podcast is for your personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. It should not be considered as medical or professional advice. We recommend you consult with a GP or other healthcare professional before taking or omitting to take any action based on this podcast. While the producer uses best endeavours to provide accurate and true content, the producer makes no guarantees or promises and assumes no liability regarding the accuracy, reliability or completeness of the information presented. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. Any third-party materials or content of any third-party site referenced in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the author’s opinion, standards or policies and the author does not assume any liability for them whatsoever.

E50: Dr Lotte Williams

Sat, 29 Mar 2025 10:49:52 +1300

Welcome back to episode 50 of the Nourish Your Potential podcast. I feel so lucky to have registered clinical psychologist Dr Lotte Williams joining me in this episode. Originally from the south of England, Lotte moved to New Zealand in 2016 and has since gained extensive experience in various mental health settings including work with paediatric diabetes and complex pain management at Starship Hospital in Auckland. Now based in Christchurch, she runs her own private practice called Ascent Psychology whilst also working alongside the eating disorder service, Axis sport medicine and is part of the healthcare team behind Femmi. With a background in ultra running and endurance events Lotte has personal insights into the mental aspects of athletic performance and is particularly passionate about empowering women in sport. In this episode we explore the pros and cons of social media apps like Strava and Instagram, discuss the harm of filters and unattainable beauty standards, navigate the athlete mindset, and tackle issues surrounding self-worth, perfectionism and the impacts of under fuelling on the brain. So join us as we unpack these critical topics and learn some valuable strategies for enhancing both mental wellbeing and athletic performance. We hope you enjoy!

Find Lotte on Instagram: @ascent_psychology

Lotte’s website: https://www.ascentpsychology.co.nz

Resources and links:

Podcast ‘Should I delete that?’

Books Solo and Tough Women both written by Jenny Tough.

E49: Julia Chamberlain

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 08:26:15 +1300

Welcome back to episode 49 of the Nourish Your Potential podcast. In this episode I’m lucky enough to catch up with Julia Chamberlain who is becoming quite the name within NZ running events. Julia has had a really strong few years both in multisport and running with a respectable list of wins and course records in the last 12 months with a real breakthrough performance at Tarawera 100km in February making top 10 women in an extremely competitive field. We talk about Julia’s time growing up in rural Darfield, reflect back on her race at Tarawera and taking the female BYU course record last October, as well as her work-life balance, views on nutrition and much more. It was so nice to have a decent catch up and learn more about her experiences and drive. We really hope you enjoy it!

Follow Julia on Instagram @Juchamberlain

Aerobic Edge coaching can be found here: https://www.aerobicedge.com/

E48: Sam Harvey

Sun, 23 Feb 2025 16:25:55 +1300

Welcome back to episode 48 of the Nourish Your Potential podcast where I catch up with Sam Harvey, New Zealand's backyard ultra record holder and 2025 Tarawera 100-mile race champion. Learn about how Sam transitioned from a relative newcomer to a formidable force in ultra running, achieving remarkable feats such as his famous 677km run over 101 loops at Dead Cow Gully backyard ultra in 2023. Listen to the highs and lows of Sam's races, his strategies for overcoming mental and physical challenges, and his insights into race nutrition and recovery. This episode is a deep dive into the world of ultra-endurance, the mindset required, and the journey of pushing human limits. Whether you're a runner, an aspiring athlete, or just looking for inspiration, this episode offers a wealth of insight and motivation.

2024 racing highlights:

UTMB Tarawera 100-mile 2nd 15”29

Oxford Odyssey 50km 2nd

Faultline ultra 50km 1st

Dead Cow Gully BYU 1st, 69 loops (Australia)

Krayzie midwinter BYU 1st 46 loops

Hakuba 50km classic 5th (Japan)

Tango 100km (Japan)

BYU satellite champs October 1st 73 laps

UTMB Koscuszko 100-mile 1st (Australia)

The Spectacle 50km 1st

Follow Sam on Instagram @samharvey_cloudlander

Website: https://www.samharveyultra.com/

E47: Altitude training

Sun, 16 Feb 2025 17:06:07 +1300

Welcome back to episode 47 where I talk about altitude training and its nutrition considerations.

E46: Simon Cochrane on Mental Toughness, Nutrition, and Pushing Limits

Sun, 29 Sep 2024 08:00:00 +1300

Welcome to episode 46! I recently caught up with Simon Cochrane, elite Ironman competitor, world record holder of Ultraman, and most recently, competitor in UTMB. Simon shares his insights into the world of endurance sports, delving into his coaching philosophies that have shaped both his performance and that of his athletes. We explore the crucial role of nutrition in achieving some of his best endurance performances and discuss the core beliefs that drive him to push his limits. Simon recounts his recent experiences at the UTMB, providing a firsthand look at the challenges and triumphs of one of the most prestigious ultramarathons in the world. Whether you're an aspiring athlete or a seasoned professional, Simon's stories and wisdom are sure to inspire and motivate. Don’t miss this chance to learn from one of the best in the field!

Follow Simon on IG @cochranesimon and @athletic.peak

https://www.athleticpeak.co.nz/

E45: James Owen - 777 Pilot's Journey Through Life & Sport

Sat, 27 Jan 2024 13:11:12 +1300

Welcome back to episode 45, the first for 2024! Join Air New Zealand pilot and Ironman, James Owen, as he shares his compelling journey of becoming a 777 pilot. Listen to his interesting stories revolving around his passion for aviation, his sporting endeavors, and his struggles with imposter syndrome. James shares tips on working to our individual strengths and managing challenging work schedules.

It was fascinating to hear about James's journey in the world of flying, including reminiscing his childhood dreams to becoming a pilot at one of the world's leading airlines. Learn about his various flight routes, the hardships of flight training, and his experiences with Air NZ, offering an intriguing insight into the aviation industry.

We discuss various topics ranging from personal growth, career advancement to helpful life hacks. Whether it's aviation, coaching, studying, or just general life experiences, there's something in this podcast episode for everyone.

Follow James's travel adventures @jamesowennz and next time you fly to North America on an Air NZ 777 listen out who is speaking on the PA - it might just be James!

E44: lactose intolerance (bite-sized series)

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 14:43:27 +1300

Welcome back to episode 44 where I briefly discuss lactose intolerance and some simple management tips for this.

E43: Blackcurrant power with Fleur Cushman

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 12:06:49 +1300

Welcome back to episode 43 with Fleur Cushman. Fleur is the founder of CurraNZ a multi award winning breakthrough supplement made from NZ blackcurrant bioactives. As you will learn, Fleur comes from a background in equine performance and sports journalism but has a real passion for physiology and performance nutrition which lead her to coming up with CurraNZ. Her father Michael was a pioneering pharmacist, formulator and natural health care icon in Australasia. He identified NZ blackcurrants for their considerable health and fitness potential and encouraged Fleur to pursue the opportunity. Fleur has since dedicated to the science and development of the blackcurrant extract ingredient and supplement which has led to a new appreciation of its application for sports and health consumers. We take a deep dive in this episode into some of the research and what it is telling us about these blackcurrants as well as some hot off the press research which you are the first to know about! I enjoyed speaking with Fleur and she managed to condense a massive amount of literature into some great key takeaways for us all. Linked below are some articles for reference and further reading and other links mentioned in this episode. We hope you enjoy! https://curranz.co.nz/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7267005/pdf/fnut-07-00074.pdf DOI 10.3389/fnut.2020.00074 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9009509/pdf/fnut-09-864323.pdf DOI 10.3389/fnut.2022.864323 https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/87559129.2022.2162076 https://journals.humankinetics.com/view/journals/ijsnem/32/4/article-p265.xml https://journals.humankinetics.com/view/journals/ijsnem/25/3/article-p225.xml https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/13/8/2875 PODCAST DISCLAIMER
The information provided in this podcast is for your personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. It should not be considered as medical or professional advice. We recommend you consult with a GP or other healthcare professional before taking or omitting to take any action based on this podcast. While the producer uses best endeavours to provide accurate and true content, the producer makes no guarantees or promises and assumes no liability regarding the accuracy, reliability or completeness of the information presented. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. Any third-party materials or content of any third-party site referenced in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the author’s opinion, standards or policies and the author does not assume any liability for them whatsoever.

E42: Glen Currie

Sat, 14 Oct 2023 08:00:00 +1300

Welcome back to episode 42 with Glen Currie. Glen is a Methven local and as many of you would know him in the multisport space he is the man behind Coast to Coast alongside a pretty epic support crew. I really enjoyed catching up with Glen, and although have known him the majority of my life going way back to when he taught me at Mt Hutt College (which to be fair to both of us is many years ago!) I learnt so much about his upbringing and experiences prior to getting into the race director role. We cover his experience growing up as a kid amongst a Mid-Canterbury arable family, what inspired him to become a PE teacher, his passion for snow sports, the great outdoors, adventure racing, and ofcourse plenty around how he juggles a role as massive as Coast to Coast alongside his family and the farm. We hope you enjoy this conversation as we both had a great time recording this episode. Don't forget this is a new podcast and taking a few seconds to review on your listening platform is always appreciated. Enter Mission Mt Somers here: https://www.enduranzevents.co.nz/mission-mount-somers PODCAST DISCLAIMER
The information provided in this podcast is for your personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. It should not be considered as medical or professional advice. We recommend you consult with a GP or other healthcare professional before taking or omitting to take any action based on this podcast. While the producer uses best endeavours to provide accurate and true content, the producer makes no guarantees or promises and assumes no liability regarding the accuracy, reliability or completeness of the information presented. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. Any third-party materials or content of any third-party site referenced in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the author’s opinion, standards or policies and the author does not assume any liability for them whatsoever.

E41: Jayden Kuijpers

Sat, 09 Sep 2023 13:41:29 +1300

Welcome back to episode 41 proudly brought to you by Roam Energy. In this episode I catch up with Jayden Kuijpers, professional triathlete who was diagnosed with Crohn's disease as a child. I really enjoyed talking to Jayden in his experience in elite sport and moving into the professional scene, but also his openness in talking about inflammatory bowel disease especially as New Zealand has one of the highest rates in the world. It was a privilege to have Jayden's time, and we hope you enjoy our conversation. Roam energy: https://www.roamenergy.co.nz/ IBD NZ website: https://crohnsandcolitis.org.nz/ Find Jayden on Instagram @jayden_kuijpers PODCAST DISCLAIMER
The information provided in this podcast is for your personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. It should not be considered as medical or professional advice. We recommend you consult with a GP or other healthcare professional before taking or omitting to take any action based on this podcast. While the producer uses best endeavours to provide accurate and true content, the producer makes no guarantees or promises and assumes no liability regarding the accuracy, reliability or completeness of the information presented. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. Any third-party materials or content of any third-party site referenced in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the author’s opinion, standards or policies and the author does not assume any liability for them whatsoever.

E40: Mums2Marathon 2.0

Sun, 13 Aug 2023 06:00:00 +1300

Welcome back to episode 40. Mums2marathon, that is, the wonderful Ellen and Philly, are back for round two on the Nourish your Potential podcast with all of us in studio. This episode was a hoot to make covering a wide range of topics including the results of the product review (undergarment running preference), the launch of EP coaching, women’s health including surgeries, health education in schools, training your gut during running, and much more. We had awesome feedback from the first episode together so we hope you enjoy this one just as much!

Find them online @mums2marathon

Ellen's coaching: https://www.epcoaching.co.nz/

E39: Dr David Haunschmidt (ED consultant)

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 08:25:51 +1300

Welcome back to episode 39 with Dr David Haunschmidt. David is an emergency medicine consultant from windy Wellington but originally from Scotland. David is also a running coach with 'Trail Athlete' and also a very competitive runner himself reaching the podium in over 40 events in the last few years, with the majority of these being 1st placings and some being course records, such as the Tarawera 50km in February this year. We discuss what life is like as an emergency doctor including shift work, what brought him to NZ, his running journey, his approach to coaching and health and much more. Resources: Trail Athlete website: https://trailathlete.net/ Find David on instagram: @trailathlete and @david_zebedee Article regarding muscle cramps: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8775277/ Infographic regarding muscle cramps: https://ylmsportscience.com/2023/02/01/understanding-exercise-cramps-much-more-complex-than-a-simple-story-of-dehydration/ PODCAST DISCLAIMER
The information provided in this podcast is for your personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. It should not be considered as medical or professional advice. We recommend you consult with a GP or other healthcare professional before taking or omitting to take any action based on this podcast. While the producer uses best endeavours to provide accurate and true content, the producer makes no guarantees or promises and assumes no liability regarding the accuracy, reliability or completeness of the information presented. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. Any third-party materials or content of any third-party site referenced in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the author’s opinion, standards or policies and the author does not assume any liability for them whatsoever.

E38: continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) (bite-sized series)

Sun, 11 Jun 2023 06:00:00 +1300

Welcome back to episode 38. This bite-sized episode briefly outlines what continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) is, and some of the pros and cons with its application in people with and without diabetes.

E37: what is blood doping? (bite-sized series)

Sun, 02 Apr 2023 09:40:33 +1300

Welcome back to episode 37. In this bite-sized episode I briefly outline what blood doping is and how to keep safe as an athlete.

Helpful websites and links mentioned:

https://www.globaldro.com/Home

https://drugfreesport.org.nz/

https://sport.wetestyoutrust.com/

https://www.wada-ama.org/en

E36: Mums2Marathon

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 06:00:00 +1300

Welcome back to episode 36 where I catch up with Ellen and Philly, the wonderful women behind 'Mums2Marathon.' We discuss how Mums2marathon was born, relationships with exercise, body image and food, the challenges of motherhood, mental well-being, alopecia, gastric sleeve surgery and so much more! Please take a few seconds to give this podcast a rating, share it with a friend, or get in touch with ideas or feedback. Find Ellen and Philly on Instagram @mums2marathon PODCAST DISCLAIMER
The information provided in this podcast is for your personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. It should not be considered as medical or professional advice. We recommend you consult with a GP or other healthcare professional before taking or omitting to take any action based on this podcast. While the producer uses best endeavours to provide accurate and true content, the producer makes no guarantees or promises and assumes no liability regarding the accuracy, reliability or completeness of the information presented. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. Any third-party materials or content of any third-party site referenced in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the author’s opinion, standards or policies and the author does not assume any liability for them whatsoever.

E35: bite-sized nutrition Q & A

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 16:14:44 +1300

Welcome to episode 35. This is a bite-sized Q & A episode answering some questions from Instagram. If you want to skip to a specific question see the times below: "What is the best nutrition to help with inflammation?" 24 sec "How to fuel appropriately for cramps in races lasting around 2 – 3 hours?" 1:24 "What are the biggest mistakes marathon runners make with their daily nutrition and training?" 3:30 "Next question is what’s the best low fibre and easily eaten power bar to eat during a full marathon?" 5"30 "Stress can often lead to reduced appetite. During these times is it ok if I rely on protein shakes?" 6"20 PODCAST DISCLAIMER
The information provided in this podcast is for your personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. It should not be considered as medical or professional advice. We recommend you consult with a GP or other healthcare professional before taking or omitting to take any action based on this podcast. While the producer uses best endeavours to provide accurate and true content, the producer makes no guarantees or promises and assumes no liability regarding the accuracy, reliability or completeness of the information presented. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. Any third-party materials or content of any third-party site referenced in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the author’s opinion, standards or policies and the author does not assume any liability for them whatsoever.

E34: IRON (bite-sized series)

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 06:00:00 +1300

A bite-sized episode on iron.

E33: Keeley O’Hagan

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 06:00:00 +1300

Welcome to episode 33 where I am kicking off 2023 with Keeley O'Hagan. Keeley is one of New Zealand's top high jumpers having recently competed at the Commonwealth Games in 2022. Keeley's journey with eating and nutrition has not been an easy path and she openly talks about this in our conversation. I really enjoyed hearing her personal journey, as well as learning what it is like to be a high jumper and the typical training involved. Helpful resources: https://www.ed.org.nz/ https://www.iamhope.org.nz/ PODCAST DISCLAIMER
The information provided in this podcast is for your personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. It should not be considered as medical or professional advice. We recommend you consult with a GP or other healthcare professional before taking or omitting to take any action based on this podcast. While the producer uses best endeavours to provide accurate and true content, the producer makes no guarantees or promises and assumes no liability regarding the accuracy, reliability or completeness of the information presented. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. Any third-party materials or content of any third-party site referenced in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the author’s opinion, standards or policies and the author does not assume any liability for them whatsoever.

E32: Ian Jones

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 06:00:00 +1300

Welcome back to episode 32 where I speak with Ian Jones, former All Black lock and current endurance machine working towards the full Ironman in Taupo on the 10th December. Ian played 105 matches including 79 test matches in his rugby career from 1989 to 1999. Ian talks about his time in the All Blacks, current and previous ventures in endurance sport, the transition from professional sport into retirement, an upcoming fundraiser for 'I am Hope' in February 2023 and the importance of goal setting and having structure in our lives.

You can find Ian on instagram @kamokid04 and the I AM HOPE page @iamhope_nz or www.iamhope.org.nz/

E31: Angie Petty

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 06:00:00 +1300

Welcome to episode 31 where I catch up with Angie Petty, Canterbury-based Olympic 800m runner, coach, wife and Mum. It was really interesting hearing about Angie's running career to date and the transition to motherhood earlier this year and her postpartum return to the sport. I really enjoyed this conversation and I hope you do too!

E30: Dr Lucy Hone

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 06:00:00 +1300

Welcome to episode 30 with Dr Lucy Hone. In this episode Lucy shares insights on resilience, anxiety, and coping with disruption, challenge, change and loss. Regarded as a thought leader in the field of resilience psychology, tragic circumstances forced Lucy to focus more closely on grief when her 12-year-old daughter was killed in a horrific motor vehicle accident. Lucy is a senior fellow at the University of Canterbury, an internationally sought-after professional speaker, best-selling author, and award-winning ‘pracademic’, Lucy has a gift for turning complex science into useable tools. Covid-19 saw her TED talk, '3 Secrets of Resilient People', go viral making it one of the Top 20 most watched TED talks of 2020 and the most watched of any New Zealander. It is such a privilege to have sat down with Lucy and cover so many topics surrounding mental fitness and well-being that all of us can relate so much to. For all the links and resources mentioned, please refer to the podcast description below. Otherwise, I hope you enjoy hearing from Lucy as much as I did.

https://nziwr.co.nz/calming-the-anxious-brain-with-dr-emma-woodward/

https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/ninetonoon/audio/2018742875/lucy-hone-don-t-let-gloom-steal-your-hope

https://nziwr.co.nz/category/covid-19/

E29: Professor Frank Frizelle

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 06:00:00 +1300

It is an honour to have Professor Frank Frizelle join me for episode 29. Frank is a leading gastroenterologist and colorectal surgeon based here in Christchurch. I first met Frank many years ago when I was about 12, as he was the specialist throughout my mother’s bowel cancer journey. This whole experience is definitely a time in my life that sparked a real interest for me in medicine, health, and nutrition’s involvement with bowel diseases. Since then, I have followed a lot of Frank’s research, his involvement in the bowel cancer New Zealand charity, and have had the privilege of working with patients who have been previously under his care. I hope you enjoy listening to this very in-depth, interesting and thought-provoking discussion.

E28: Scotty Hawker

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 06:00:00 +1300

Welcome back to episode 28 where I speak with Scotty Hawker, one of New Zealand's top ultra trail runners having made the podium at th 2019 and 2021 editions of UTMB. He is also a well respected running coach, so it is fair to say Scotty lives and breathes the sport. It was insightful to hear how Scotty approaches his nutrition and training alongside his own philosophies with coaching and life. I really hope you enjoy this episode! PODCAST DISCLAIMER
The information provided in this podcast is for your personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. It should not be considered as medical or professional advice. We recommend you consult with a GP or other healthcare professional before taking or omitting to take any action based on this podcast. While the producer uses best endeavours to provide accurate and true content, the producer makes no guarantees or promises and assumes no liability regarding the accuracy, reliability or completeness of the information presented. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. Any third-party materials or content of any third-party site referenced in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the author’s opinion, standards or policies and the author does not assume any liability for them whatsoever.

E27: Lydia O’Donnell

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 06:00:00 +1300

Welcome to episode 27 where I catch up with Lydia O'Donnell, elite marathon runner and co-founder of Femmi. Lydia always speaks so well and openly about her own journey with running and well-being, and although she has talked on many different podcasts, I hope you gain some new insights by what we cover in this really meaningful conversation.

E26: Rachel Maia

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 16:51:12 +1300

Welcome to episode 26 where I speak to Rachel Maia, NZ para climber and record holder. Rachel brought home New Zealand's first climbing medal this year coming second at the World Cup in Salt Lake City. We talk about her journey through a major ankle injury which led to multiple surgeries thereafter, before having a lower limb amputation in 2019. This was a really meaningful and raw conversion especially around mental health. A heads up this episode does mention suicide, and as September is world suicide awareness month, this is your reminder to check in with those around you. PODCAST DISCLAIMER
The information provided in this podcast is for your personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. It should not be considered as medical or professional advice. We recommend you consult with a GP or other healthcare professional before taking or omitting to take any action based on this podcast. While the producer uses best endeavours to provide accurate and true content, the producer makes no guarantees or promises and assumes no liability regarding the accuracy, reliability or completeness of the information presented. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. Any third-party materials or content of any third-party site referenced in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the author’s opinion, standards or policies and the author does not assume any liability for them whatsoever.

E25: Dan Jones II

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 17:49:25 +1300

Welcome back to episode 25. On this episode I catch up with Dan Jones for a second time this year on his recent months racing overseas. We discuss in detail each of the 100km ultra-marathons he completed and finish with a Q&A off Instagram. Find Dan on Instagram @daniel.c.jones PODCAST DISCLAIMER
The information provided in this podcast is for your personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. It should not be considered as medical or professional advice. We recommend you consult with a GP or other healthcare professional before taking or omitting to take any action based on this podcast. While the producer uses best endeavours to provide accurate and true content, the producer makes no guarantees or promises and assumes no liability regarding the accuracy, reliability or completeness of the information presented. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. Any third-party materials or content of any third-party site referenced in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the author’s opinion, standards or policies and the author does not assume any liability for them whatsoever.

E24: Ben Robertson elite cycling and disordered eating

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 13:12:37 +1300

Welcome back to episode 24. On this episode I speak with Ben Robertson, a Canterbury-based ex-elite cyclist and now well respected massage therapist. Ben opens up about his time in the sport of elite cycling, the pressures involved, and his story struggling with an eating disorder, specifically anorexia nervosa and purging through excessive exercise. I feel really privileged to have Ben come on and be so open and honest about a topic that can be hard for many to talk about. I really want to emphasise that eating disorders are not just in females, and it is a growing issue in male athletes too, especially those on the cusp of being elite and professional. I really hope you enjoy this very raw, honest, and insightful discussion. Find Ben on Instagram @muscleconceptsnz or https://www.muscleconcepts.co.nz/ PODCAST DISCLAIMER
The information provided in this podcast is for your personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. It should not be considered as medical or professional advice. We recommend you consult with a GP or other healthcare professional before taking or omitting to take any action based on this podcast. While the producer uses best endeavours to provide accurate and true content, the producer makes no guarantees or promises and assumes no liability regarding the accuracy, reliability or completeness of the information presented. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. Any third-party materials or content of any third-party site referenced in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the author’s opinion, standards or policies and the author does not assume any liability for them whatsoever.

E23: Caffeine (bite-sized series)

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 06:00:00 +1300

Welcome to episode 23 where we discuss all things caffeine. This episode will cover what caffeine is, common sources, how caffeine works physiologically and how it can aid our sporting performance. I also include a Q&A with questions sent through on my Instagram page. Enjoy!

E22: Hypothalamic amenorrhea (HA) (bite-sized series)

Fri, 22 Jul 2022 17:58:21 +1300

Welcome to episode 22, a bite-sized snippet on hypothalamic amenorrhea (HA).

E21: Vitamin D (bite-sized series)

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 12:52:34 +1300

Welcome to episode 21! This bite-sized episode briefly covers some common questions around Vitamin D. What does Vitamin D do in the body? What level is considered to be deficient? Who is at risk of deficiency? Does sunscreen affect Vitamin D status? Read more on my blog here: https://www.holdawaydietitian.com/post/vitamin-sunshine-vit-d

E20: Brett Renall

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +1300

Welcome to episode 20 where I catch up with Brett Renall, reality TV star from MAFS, owner of Woodpecker signs, and awesome advocate for Type 1 Diabetes. Get in touch with Brett on Instagram @brettrenall or check out his awesome work at https://www.woodpeckersigns.co.nz/ PODCAST DISCLAIMER
The information provided in this podcast is for your personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. It should not be considered as medical or professional advice. We recommend you consult with a GP or other healthcare professional before taking or omitting to take any action based on this podcast. While the producer uses best endeavours to provide accurate and true content, the producer makes no guarantees or promises and assumes no liability regarding the accuracy, reliability or completeness of the information presented. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. Any third-party materials or content of any third-party site referenced in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the author’s opinion, standards or policies and the author does not assume any liability for them whatsoever.

E19: Sara Widdowson founder of Your Monthly Club

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 13:32:07 +1300

Welcome back to episode 19 where I talk to my gorgeous gal pal Sara Widdowson, dietitian and founder of Your Monthly Club. Sara shares her pregnancy and birth story with us, the best and most challenging parts of being a dietitian, and some wonderful words of wisdom. Get in touch with Sara on Instagram @Yourmonthly PODCAST DISCLAIMER
The information provided in this podcast is for your personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. It should not be considered as medical or professional advice. We recommend you consult with a GP or other healthcare professional before taking or omitting to take any action based on this podcast. While the producer uses best endeavours to provide accurate and true content, the producer makes no guarantees or promises and assumes no liability regarding the accuracy, reliability or completeness of the information presented. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. Any third-party materials or content of any third-party site referenced in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the author’s opinion, standards or policies and the author does not assume any liability for them whatsoever.

E18: Marathon nutrition (bite-sized series)

Mon, 23 May 2022 06:00:00 +1300

Welcome to episode 18! This episode briefly covers some of the key considerations with marathon nutrition, including the days prior, the morning of, and during the actual event. I will do a seperate episode on recovery nutrition in another bite-sized series so stay tuned.

E17: Simone Maier

Mon, 16 May 2022 10:41:23 +1300

Welcome back to episode 17 where I talk to Simone Maier, one of New Zealand's best adventure racers and multiple champion of the Coast-to-Coast. We catch up about how GODZONe and Coast went earlier in the year before having a really honest and raw conversation around the significant struggles Simone has overcome with mental illness and disordered eating. I am so appreciative of Simone for coming forward to share her story, and provide hope for anyone else who has, or is, going through a similar experience. Get in touch with Simone on Instagram @speedyrennmaus or the website mentioned alongside Emily Wilson PODCAST DISCLAIMER
The information provided in this podcast is for your personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. It should not be considered as medical or professional advice. We recommend you consult with a GP or other healthcare professional before taking or omitting to take any action based on this podcast. While the producer uses best endeavours to provide accurate and true content, the producer makes no guarantees or promises and assumes no liability regarding the accuracy, reliability or completeness of the information presented. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. Any third-party materials or content of any third-party site referenced in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the author’s opinion, standards or policies and the author does not assume any liability for them whatsoever.

E16: Scott Chamberlain

Tue, 10 May 2022 20:16:53 +1300

Welcome back to episode 16 where I catch up with Scott Chamberlain, Taranaki-based mountain biker, cyclist, lawyer, and father. We are lucky enough in this episode that Scott shares his 'why' behind mountain biking and his personal experiences of working alongside me from both a clinical and performance nutrition perspective to turn his health around. Enjoy!

E15: Andy Good elite runner, coach & adventurer

Mon, 02 May 2022 17:11:43 +1300

Welcome back to episode 15 where I catch up with Andy Good, Canterbury-based elite runner, coach, and adventurer. Andy has represented NZ in mountain running and is currently in a key build up to the NZ marathon champs to be held on the 15th May. We catch up on how his training has been going, reflect on recent events (including Kepler Jan 2022), starting up his coaching business, and much more!

Get in touch with Andy on Instagram andy_good or his website https://www.andygood.co.nz/

E14: should I train fasted? (Bite-sized series)

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 15:51:55 +1300

Welcome to episode 14! This episode briefly covers the popular question of "should I train fasted?" I discuss what ‘fasted’ actually means, what happens physiologically when we are fasting, and go through specific scenarios and considerations of when it may be appropriate to train fasted vs. when it is not.

E13: Dr Laura Pfeifer

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 21:04:12 +1300

Happy Easter! Episode 13 provides a fantastic discussion with one of our fantastic GP's (and athlete) here in Methven - Laura Pfeifer. We discuss community COVID-19, getting back into training post-COVID, rural mental health, what a typical day looks like for a rural GP, lifestyle medicine, the challenges of working within the NZ public health system, some of Laura's personal upcoming sporting goals and much much more! Find Laura on her instagram @laurapfeif PODCAST DISCLAIMER
The information provided in this podcast is for your personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. It should not be considered as medical or professional advice. We recommend you consult with a GP or other healthcare professional before taking or omitting to take any action based on this podcast. While the producer uses best endeavours to provide accurate and true content, the producer makes no guarantees or promises and assumes no liability regarding the accuracy, reliability or completeness of the information presented. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. Any third-party materials or content of any third-party site referenced in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the author’s opinion, standards or policies and the author does not assume any liability for them whatsoever.

E12: Kim Vargo strength coach

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +1300

Welcome to episode 12 where I catch up with my girl pal and amazing strength coach Kim Vargo. We discuss what's been happening recently, Kim's own journey with injury and strength, and some valuable snippets of advice for any athlete wanting to get more out of their training plan and strength routine. Enjoy!

E11: bite-sized series: Eating disorders part II

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +1300

Welcome to episode 11. This episode is my second in the 'bite-sized' series where I discuss a specific topic in a bite-sized chunk. This episode is part two following on from episode seven.

In this episode I discuss some of the other eating disorders, including Bulimia nervosa, diabulmia, binge eating disorder (BED), avoidant restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) and other specified feeding or eating disorder (OSFED). The purpose of these episodes is to open up conversations and remove the stigma that still unfortunately exists around mental health, especially eating disorders.

E10: Dougal Allan endurance athlete and coach

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +1300

In this episode I catch up with Dougal Allan, one of New Zealand's best adventure racers, endurance athlete, and exceptional coach. We discuss where it all began back in Dunedin, how DA Endurance was born, his recent Coast to Coast longest day race, mental wellbeing and much more! This is a goodie, enjoy.

Get in touch with Dougal on Instagram dougal_allan or his website https://dougalallan.com/

E9: Caden Shields elite marathon runner and physio

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +1300

In this episode I talk with Caden Shields, elite runner based in Christchurch with a crazy fast marathon PB of 2"15. Caden is an awesome physiotherapist passionate about working with a range of people, especially runners. We discuss Caden's journey into running, setbacks, typical training weeks, his upcoming race calendar, and some golden nuggets of physio advice!

Find Caden on his website https://www.cadenshieldsphysio.com/

Or on instagram shields.caden

E8: Daniel Jones all things running & coaching

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 07:00:00 +1300

In this episode I talk with Daniel Jones, elite runner based in windy Wellington who is both a machine on the road and the trails. Dan has also dabbled in multisport completing the Coast-to-Coast longest day and has also competed internationally in adventure racing. Recently, Dan has been going from win to win taking out the Kepler Challenge in January, and then a week later winning Auckland marathon, and more recently winning the Triple peaks challenge (not to mention also winning Mission Mount Somers and The Valley Ultra to finish off 2021). We discuss some of Dan's recent running highlights, his upcoming international races, the highs and lows of training, and his running coaching.

Find Dan on Instagram @daniel.c.jones

E7: bite-sized series: Eating disorders - Anorexia Nervosa

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +1300

Welcome to episode seven. This episode is my first in the 'bite-sized' series where I discuss a specific topic in a bite-sized chunk. I will be doing a mini-series on an area I am very passionate about and that I think needs to be talked about more, which is disordered eating and eating disorders. This episode talks specifically around anorexia nervosa (AN) in detail.

E6: Dr Lara Briden Women’s health expert

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +1300

In this episode I talk with Lara Briden, naturopathic doctor, women's health expert, and author of 'The Period Repair Manual' and 'The Hormone repair Manual.' We discuss topics and answer some of your burning questions around menstrual cycles female athletes, the pros and cons of different contraceptive methods, perimenopause, menopause, and skin health.

Find Lara on her website here: https://www.larabriden.com/

Or on her instagram @larabriden

E5: Women’s health physio Grace Coombs

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +1300

In this episode I talk with Grace Coombs, a Christchurch-based physiotherapist with special interests in women's health and the running athlete. Grace is the co-owner of Grounded Physio based in Merivale and is a passionate runner herself. In this episode we discuss a range of topics including what a women's health physio does, pelvic floor health, navigating pregnancy and return to exercise, and common running injuries.

Find Grace at Grounded Physio here: https://www.groundedphysio.co.nz/home

Or on her instagram here: @she.runs.physio

E4: Sweat, sodium & hydration with Alan McCubbin

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +1300

In this episode I talk with Alan McCubbin, experienced dietitian, senior teaching fellow and researcher based at Monash University in Melbourne. We discuss all of the commonly asked questions we get as sports dietitians around sodium needs, sweat rate testing, hydration needs and managing heat stress.

Find Alan on Twitter @nextlvlnut

On research gate https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Alan-Mccubbin

Or enjoy his Podcast 'The Long Munch' on your favourite podcast streaming app.

E3: long COVID-19 and athletic performance with Dr Anna Brooks

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +1300

In this episode I talk with Dr Anna Brooks based at Auckland University who is a cellular immunologist and expert in the current COVID environment. We discuss long COVID and its impacts on health and athletic performance, different variants of the virus, the immune system, autoimmune conditions, and pregnancy with COVID. Anna is a wealth of knowledge and I certainly gained a lot from this insightful conversation...I hope you enjoy it too!

Feel free to contact Anna on a.brooks@auckland.ac.nz

E2: Richard Greer Endurance Coach Team CP

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 09:00:00 +1300

In this episode I talk with Richard Greer, endurance coach, athlete, and head honcho at Team CP. Richard is a wealth of knowledge with a BSc in exercise physiology and BPhed (Otago) as well as over 20 years experience training and competing himself. Rich talks about how Team CP was born, how he manages some of the most common challenges amongst the athletes he works with, how he juggles his own work-life balance, and what's next for him on the racing calendar.

Find Richard and Team CP on Instagram @teamcpnz on facebook 'Team CP' or on their website https://www.teamcp.co.nz/

Ep 1: Type 1 Diabetes with Samantha Northcott

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 12:35:29 +1300

In this episode I talk with Samantha Northcott from @findbalance.nz on her diagnosis and journey with Type 1 Diabetes (T1DM). Samantha is also a nutritional therapist with a special interest in intuitive eating and the non-diet approach. Samantha is also currently undertaking further studies in psychology, so she has a lot of knowledge and experience to share in this space.
Find her on Instagram @findbalance.nz or her website www.findbalancenz.com

Podcast introduction

Mon, 03 Jan 2022 19:37:20 +1300