The Roadman Cycling Podcast

Sustainable Weight Loss and Peak Performance with Sharon Madigan

Jan 13, 2025
Sharon Madigan, a top sports nutritionist who has guided Olympic athletes, discusses the art of fueling endurance athletes. She offers insights on achieving sustainable weight loss without hindering performance and emphasizes the importance of balancing macronutrients. Sharon addresses the complexities of nutrition during injuries and shares strategies for race day fueling. Listeners will learn about the critical role of carbohydrates and gut health in athletic performance, alongside the benefits of precise dietary strategies and supplements for optimal training results.
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ADVICE

Fueling for Performance

  • Adjust nutrition based on current training load, not past habits.
  • Prioritize fueling for performance over aggressive weight loss initially.
INSIGHT

Immunity and Energy Balance

  • Negative energy balance impacts immunity by depriving white blood cells of carbohydrates.
  • This makes athletes more susceptible to illness and injury.
ADVICE

Adjusting Fueling Strategies

  • Adjust fueling strategies as cycling efficiency improves over time.
  • Consider overall carbohydrate needs, not just during-ride intake.
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