A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly.

Creatine is everywhere right now - but is it worth it? In this episode with sports dietitian Taryn Richardson, we cut through the hype and give you straight answers.

We cover:
• Creatine powder vs gummies (and why some gummies contain zero creatine)
• Common race day fueling mistakes that ruin months of training
• Carb loading done right without the pasta party blowout
• Calorie deficit vs performance: why fueling properly makes you faster
• Supplements that are worth it - and the ones that are a waste of money

Avoid these mistakes and get practical strategies you can use straight away: https://www.dietitianapproved.com/mistakes

Timestamp:
00:00 - Introduction
01:00 - Creatine Controversy
03:50 - Benefits and Purpose of Creatine
08:30 - It's Not for Everyone
10:15 - Most Products are Placebo
12:00 - Natural Creatine Source
15:15 - Common Fueling Mistakes
17:20 - How To Practice Your Nutrition Strategy
19:30 - Different Factors Affecting Nutrition
22:25 - Food vs Fluid Nutrition
25:30 - Changing Different Products on Race Day
27:10 - What To Do When You Lose Your Race Nutrition
29:50 - Scientific Approach to Carb Loading
32:45 - Evolution of Science in Nutrition
34:40 - Calorie Deficit and Leaning Up
39:00 - Fueling Adequately is the Key
41:15 - Is Lighter Equal Faster?
44:30 - Changing Eating Habits
46:00 - Bonus Nutrition Tips
51:50 - Top Supplements to Get
53:45 - Salty Marks: What It Means?

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