Fuelin Sessions
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Fuelin Sessions explores how to fuel for peak performance, faster recovery, and long-term health with science-backed insights you can trust. Episodes feature leading experts, athletes, and coaches sharing proven fueling strategies for triathletes, runners, cyclists, and all high-performing athletes.
Co-hosted by Fuelin Co-Founder Scott Tindal, former Head of Performance Nutrition for the Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL), America’s Cup, and Pro Rugby, and Jan Frodeno, Olympic gold medalist and 3X IRONMAN World Champion.
Created by Fuelin, the app that simplifies eating for performance - fuelin.com
Co-hosted by Fuelin Co-Founder Scott Tindal, former Head of Performance Nutrition for the Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL), America’s Cup, and Pro Rugby, and Jan Frodeno, Olympic gold medalist and 3X IRONMAN World Champion.
Created by Fuelin, the app that simplifies eating for performance - fuelin.com
Episodes
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Jan 15, 2026 • 1h 5min
LLM Food Photos, Caffeine, and Training’s Effect on Body Fat Loss Study Analysis with Brady Holmer
In this episode, Scott Tindal and Brady Holmer discuss the accuracy of AI in calorie estimation, caffeine's inability to offset ketogenic performance deficits fully, and findings that aerobic training outperforms concurrent training for reducing body fat.Studies:Performance Evaluation of 3 Large Language Models for Nutritional Content Estimation from Food ImagesCAFFEINE: Habitual coffee consumption and risk of frailty in later lifeCaffeine enhances performance regardless of fueling strategy; however, high carbohydrate availability is associated with improved training speeds compared with ketogenic diet - Comparison of concurrent, resistance, or aerobic training on body fat loss: a systematic review and meta-analysis. J Int Soc Sports Nutr. 2025Peter Attia Social PostBrady's SubstackFuelin on Instagram Check Out The Fuelin App
Jan 8, 2026 • 43min
From RED-S to Resilience: An Athlete's Journey Back to Joy & Performance
In this episode of FuelIn Sessions, Scott Tindal sits down with triathlete Magda Mayer to discuss her pivot from gymnastics to triathlon. Magda opens up about navigating toxic sports cultures, overcoming anorexia, the critical role of therapy in recovery, and how Fuelin helped her learn why fueling—not restricting—is the true secret to athletic performance.Fuelin on Instagram Check Out The Fuelin App
Dec 30, 2025 • 52min
DEXA, RMR & Pre-Test Prep: Improving Testing Accuracy with Dr. Alan McCubbin
In this episode of the podcast, Scott is joined by Dr. Alan McCubbin to discuss the intricacies of resting metabolic rate (RMR) and DEXA scans. They explore a recent study that examines the impact of dietary and exercise manipulation on RMR and DEXA results, emphasizing the importance of standardization in testing procedures, and explore their significance in assessing body composition and athlete health. Study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39283225/Fuelin on Instagram Check Out The Fuelin App
Dec 23, 2025 • 1h 8min
The Female Endurance Athlete's Guide To Fat: Examining Fat, Fuel & Health with Megan Foley
In this episode, Scott is joined by Megan Foley, and they delve into the often-overlooked macronutrient, fat. They discuss its importance for endurance athletes, the differences in fat requirements between genders, and the implications of dietary fat on performance and health.Fuelin on Instagram Check Out The Fuelin App
Dec 18, 2025 • 38min
Does Your Hourly Carb Ingestion Timing Matter: Insights from the 90g/h Study with Dr Alan McCubbin
Dr. Alan McCubbin, a sports scientist specializing in carbohydrate ingestion for endurance athletes, joins to unpack a fascinating study. They dive into how different carbohydrate feeding patterns—frequent small feeds versus larger, less frequent ones—impact performance. Surprisingly, the study found no significant differences in athlete performance or physiological responses. Alan emphasizes the importance of personalizing fueling strategies based on individual needs, setting the stage for innovative future research.
Dec 11, 2025 • 52min
Substrate Oxidation Does Not Influence Middle Distance Running Performance: A Randomised Controlled Crossover Trial with Brady Holmer
Brady Holmer, an exercise physiologist and research assistant to Dr. Rhonda Patrick, dives into the fascinating world of substrate oxidation and its effect on middle-distance running. He discusses a study comparing high-carb and low-carb diets, revealing that while fat oxidation increased after low-carb meals, performance differences were negligible. Brady emphasizes the importance of metabolic flexibility and personalized fueling strategies. With insights on training adaptations and dietary impacts, listeners gain practical advice tailored for their running journeys.
Dec 5, 2025 • 1h 5min
Maurten Sodium Bicarb System: Boosting Performance Without GI Distress with Dr. Andy Sparks & Jan Frodeno
In this episode of FuelIn Sessions, Scott & Jan Frodeno are joined by Dr. Andy Sparks of Maurten to talk about their Sodium Bicarb System. They dig into the science of nutrition for endurance athletes, discuss Andy Sparks's journey in nutritional science, the transition from academia to industry, and the importance of sodium bicarbonate and carbohydrate intake in enhancing athletic performance. Follow Fuelin on InstagramLearn more about the Fuelin app: https://www.fuelin.com
Nov 26, 2025 • 1h 13min
Falling Into the Off-Season: Recover, Refuel, Reset with Matt Hanson & Rae Harris
In this episode, Scott Tindal discusses the importance of the off-season for endurance athletes with Matt Hanson and Rae Harris of Humango.AI. They explore strategies for recovery, the physiological and psychological aspects of taking time off, and how to maintain fitness during downtime. The conversation also covers the significance of strength training and nutrition strategies during the holidays. Follow Fuelin on InstagramLearn more about the Fuelin app: https://www.fuelin.com
Nov 20, 2025 • 52min
The Female Endurance Athlete's Protein Guide: Examining Protein & Performance with Megan Foley
In this episode, Scott Tindal and Megan Foley discuss the protein requirements for endurance athletes, with a focus on the differences between male and female athletes. They explore the importance of protein for recovery, the impact of the menstrual cycle on protein needs, and the significance of maintaining adequate protein intake during caloric deficits. Follow Fuelin on InstagramLearn more about the Fuelin app: https://www.fuelin.com
Nov 13, 2025 • 1h 7min
The Next Generation of Fueling Precision: Examining Fuelin's Algo V2
In this episode of FuelIn Sessions, Scott Tindal and Dr. Alan McCubbin discuss the exciting launch of Algorithm V2. They dig into how the new algorithm enhances personalization for a diverse range of athletes, allowing users to input specific thresholds and account for physical activity outside of training. The conversation highlights the introduction of the Smart Meals feature, which simplifies meal planning, and the importance of AI tracking for accurate nutritional data. Follow Fuelin on InstagramLearn more about the Fuelin app: https://www.fuelin.com
