

Fuel for the Sole
Fuel for the Sole
Fuel for the Sole is a podcast hosted by Believe in the Run and sports dietitian, Meghann Featherstun. Together they answer your questions about nutrition, hydration and the effects it has on performance. They’ll discuss the latest tech gadgets, nutrition products on the market and bring in the occasional specialist.
Share your questions! Email us at fuelforthesolepodcast@gmail.com to be featured on the show.
Disclaimer: This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healt
Share your questions! Email us at fuelforthesolepodcast@gmail.com to be featured on the show.
Disclaimer: This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healt
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Dec 2, 2025 • 31min
120 | Nicotine Trends, Creatine and Caffeine, Ketone-IQ Bottles and More
This week on Fuel for the Sole, we break down Thomas’ latest algorithm—one that’s somehow convinced he (and everyone else) should be taking nicotine. We also dig into the trending supplement creatine, answering your top questions, including the best time to take it and the difference between creatine HCL and monohydrate. Plus, we cover the Tokyo Marathon’s hydration rules and what runners need to know before race day.Want to be featured on the show? Email us (written or an audio file!) at fuelforthesolepodcast@gmail.com. This episode is fueled by ASICS and RNWY!Head over to ASICS.com and sign up for a OneASICS account. It’s completely free and when you sign up you will receive 10% off your first purchase. You also gain access to exclusive colorways on ASICS.com, free standard shipping, special birthday month discounts and more.Try the new Salty Carbs at https://rnwy.life/ and use code FEATHERS15 for 15% off your purchase. Disclaimer: This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

Nov 18, 2025 • 38min
119 | New York City Marathon, Hyponatremia, Hitting the Wall, and Fueling with Sponge Cake
This week on Fuel for the Sole, we recap the highlights from the New York City Marathon and share the latest updates on the LA100 Group. We also tackle listener questions on several topics, including hyponatremia, hitting the wall, the difference between ferritin and iron, and why sponge cake might just be the ultimate pre-run fuel for your big workouts and races.Want to be featured on the show? Email us (written or an audio file!) at fuelforthesolepodcast@gmail.com. This episode is fueled by ASICS and RNWY!Head over to ASICS.com and sign up for a OneASICS account. It’s completely free and when you sign up you will receive 10% off your first purchase. You also gain access to exclusive colorways on ASICS.com, free standard shipping, special birthday month discounts and more.Try the new Salty Carbs at https://rnwy.life/ and use code FEATHERS15 for 15% off your purchase. Disclaimer: This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

Nov 4, 2025 • 43min
118 | Lead in Protein Powders, Carb Loading with Gels, Maintaining Ferritin Levels and More
This week on Fuel for the Sole, we’re celebrating Meghann’s third time taking (and passing!) her CSSD exam — and breaking down what that means and why it matters. We’re also diving back into the hot topic of lead in protein powders after a new study stirred up quite a bit of conversation. Plus, we answer your listener questions on: carb loading with gels, practical ways to add more fruits and veggies into your diet and maintaining healthy ferritin levels. Want to be featured on the show? Email us (written or an audio file!) at fuelforthesolepodcast@gmail.com. This episode is fueled by ASICS and RNWY!Head over to ASICS.com and sign up for a OneASICS account. It’s completely free and when you sign up you will receive 10% off your first purchase. You also gain access to exclusive colorways on ASICS.com, free standard shipping, special birthday month discounts and more.Try the new Salty Carbs at https://rnwy.life/ and use code FEATHERS15 for 15% off your purchase. Disclaimer: This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

Oct 28, 2025 • 43min
Move Her Mind Event Series with ASICS | Ep 12 | Jess Wedel and Skye Latimer
The 12th stop of the Move Her Mind Event Series with @asics brought us to Oklahoma! We got to chat with Jess Wedel, mountain guide and cancer survivor and Skye Latimer, lifelong dancer and joy-bringer. Jess shared her experience of summiting Mount Everest, and how she leads teams through some of the world's most challenging terrain, while Skye shared her passion for dance at age 4 lead to dancing on sold-out stages and choreographing music videos. This conversation was so fun and inspiring and we hope you enjoy it.

Oct 21, 2025 • 44min
117 | Starbucks Protein, Weight loss and Training, Fueling at Lower Intensities, Returning to Run
This week on Fuel for the Sole, we talk about Starbucks new protein drinks, discuss weight loss and training, how to fuel for races that won’t be all-out efforts and coming back from injuries and pregnancy. Want to be featured on the show? Email us (written or an audio file!) at fuelforthesolepodcast@gmail.com. This episode is fueled by ASICS and RNWY!Head over to ASICS.com and sign up for a OneASICS account. It’s completely free and when you sign up you will receive 10% off your first purchase. You also gain access to exclusive colorways on ASICS.com, free standard shipping, special birthday month discounts and more.Try the new Salty Carbs at https://rnwy.life/ and use code FEATHERS15 for 15% off your purchase. Disclaimer: This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

Oct 14, 2025 • 35min
Move Her Mind Event Series with ASICS | Ep 13 | Deena Kastor
Stop 13 (yes, we’re swapping stops 12 and 13!) of the Move Her Mind Event Series with ASICS took us all the way to Tokyo! We had the incredible opportunity to sit down with Deena Kastor - legendary marathoner and true ambassador of the sport - to talk about her journey from professional runner to passionate advocate. Deena shares her perspective on the barriers women have faced in running, the biggest shifts she’s witnessed over the years, and, of course, her take on the women’s marathon world record being broken - nearly twenty years after she set her own.This episode wraps up with something truly special: the next chapter of the Move Her Mind Event Series. We’re thrilled to announce a new partnership with ASICS that will allow us to bring 100 women to the LA Marathon! Selected participants will receive personalized nutrition coaching and training plans from The Megs, plus a race bib and a full VIP race-day experience.Want to join us in LA? Apply through THIS LINK —we can’t wait to see you there!

Oct 7, 2025 • 40min
116 | Hot Marathon Season, Influencer Advice, Proper Carb Calculating and Salty Gels
This week on Fuel for the Sole, we’re breaking down everything from race-day fueling in warm weather to the carb math you actually need for that critical first hour. We’ll also share the run-influencer advice we’d skip, and why Spring Energy gels is back in the chat. Want to be featured on the show? Email us (written or an audio file!) at fuelforthesolepodcast@g mail.com. This episode is fueled by ASICS and RNWY!Head over to ASICS.com and sign up for a OneASICS account. It’s completely free and when you sign up you will receive 10% off your first purchase. You also gain access to exclusive colorways on ASICS.com, free standard shipping, special birthday month discounts and more.Try the new Salty Carbs at https://rnwy.life/ and use code FEATHERS15 for 15% off your purchase. Disclaimer: This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

Sep 30, 2025 • 42min
Move Her Mind Event Series with ASICS | Ep 11 | Allie Caminiti, Art Therapist and Run Coach
The 11th stop of the Move Her Mind Event Series with @asics brought us to Decatur, GA! There, we had the chance to sit down with Allie Caminiti—art therapist, EMDR therapist, and run coach—to explore her journey into mental endurance training and ultramarathoning.Allie shared how her passions for art therapy, trauma work, and coaching intersect in powerful ways, offering a unique perspective on both mental and physical resilience. This conversation was fun, inspiring, and eye-opening.

Sep 23, 2025 • 33min
115 | Serena’s Ro.Co, Gatorade, Fueling Back to Back Marathons, and Carb Loading and Diabetes
This week on Fuel for the Sole, we talk about the hot topic of Ro.Co, which is being advertised by Serena Williams. We also answer several listener questions, including hydration and GI issues, fueling for back to back marathons, what to eat for a late morning run and a whole lot more. Want to be featured on the show? Email us (written or an audio file!) at fuelforthesolepodcast@g mail.com. This episode is fueled by ASICS and RNWY!Head over to ASICS.com and sign up for a OneASICS account. It’s completely free and when you sign up you will receive 10% off your first purchase. You also gain access to exclusive colorways on ASICS.com, free standard shipping, special birthday month discounts and more.Try the new Salty Carbs at https://rnwy.life/ and use code FEATHERS15 for 15% off your purchase. Disclaimer: This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

Sep 16, 2025 • 37min
Move Her Mind Event Series with ASICS | Ep 10 | Julie Sergent, Physical Therapist
The 10th stop of the Move Her Mind Event Series with ASICS took us to Louisville, Kentucky! We sat down with Julie Sergent, Physical Therapist and Founder of Sergent Wellness, for an insightful conversation on the power of strength training for women. We dove into common myths about physical therapy, practical routines, and everyday habits that can benefit us all.We’ve got a couple more stops, so join us at a city near you and bonus points if you bring a friend who needs your support & encouragement to start a movement habit. And if you’re not able to attend in person, we’ll be sharing all of these conversations on Fuel for the Sole.For more details: https://www.asics.com/us/en-us/move-her-mind/


