Science for Sport Podcast 278: Carbs, Gels & Behaviour Change: The Real Science of Sports Fueling with Ted Munson
What does fuelling a Premier League footballer really look like?
This week, we’re joined by Ted Munson, Brentford FC’s Lead Performance Nutritionist, whose journey has taken him through elite-level roles across football, rugby, Formula 1, and even international tournaments with Denmark’s national team.
From managing nutrition for matchday prep and recovery to adapting for individual player needs, Ted shares what goes on behind the scenes at the highest level of the game – and how everyday athletes can apply some of the same principles.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
How Ted landed his first role in elite sport – and the winding road to Brentford FC
The five core nutrition principles he follows with Premier League players
Why personalisation is essential – no two players are ever treated the same
How to fuel players around training intensity, travel, and congested fixtures
What a typical training week looks like nutritionally (yes, pancakes are involved)
How elite strategies can be adapted by amateur players and coaches
The biggest mistakes players make with fuelling – and how to fix them
Why behaviour change and communication matter more than textbook knowledge
Easy, affordable fuelling tips that work – no fancy products needed
The importance of carbohydrate periodisation for both performance and body comp
Whether you’re a coach, a sports scientist, or just someone who plays five-a-side on a weekend, this episode is packed with practical advice, stories from the top, and a good dose of honesty about what works, what doesn’t, and why a tray of Jaffa Cakes might not be such a bad idea.
About Ted Munson
Ted Munson is the Lead Performance Nutritionist at Brentford Football Club, with over a decade of experience working across elite sport. His career has included roles with clubs such as Hull City, Millwall, MK Dons, Luton Town, and Harlequins Rugby, as well as consulting in Formula 1 and with the Danish national football team. Ted is a registered performance nutritionist and passionate educator, known for translating complex science into simple, practical strategies that help athletes fuel for performance and recovery—on and off the pitch.
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