This week on Fuel for the Sole, we're diving into a new oral iron strip that's been making waves, sharing our thoughts on the recent UCAN scandal, and tackling a packed mailbag of listener questions. We cover the best gel alternatives to UCAN, how to properly carb load and fuel for a two-day race challenge, practical tips for managing runner's colitis, and strategies for getting more gels in on the run — without losing your mind or your stomach.

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This week on Fuel for the Sole, we unpack the David Bars allegations and go off the rails a bit—you know how we do. Then we get into your questions: why does body mass matter for carb loading but not race-day fueling? What's behind those cold sweats? Can you actually overdo it on protein? Why are gels so hard to get down mid-race? And what's really causing those dreaded mid-race pit stops?

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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.

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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.

This week on Fuel for the Sole, we recap the ASICS LA Marathon and hear from some of the incredible women of the #LA100. From first-time marathon finishes to new PRs and everything in between, these runners proved you can still have an amazing race—even on a tough day.

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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

This week on Fuel for the Sole, we share the latest updates from our sponsor, RNWY, and dive into several listener questions. We cover dehydration during marathons, whether the timing of your nutrition and hydration impacts performance, how to get the most out of Meghann’s carb calculator (and why most runners should consider a three-day carb load), and the ongoing debate of chews versus gels on 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.

Our final conversation of the Move Her Mind Summit brings together ASICS elite athletes Makenna Myler, Val Allman, and Taliyah Brooks for an inspiring and candid discussion. Each of these remarkable women shares her journey into sport, what fuels her drive to compete, the obstacles she has faced and overcome, and her vision for 2026 and beyond. It was such a fun conversation, and we hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed being part of it.

This week on Fuel for the Sole, we break down a “study” making the rounds on Instagram about DQ Blizzards and tackle several supplement questions, including berberine, urolithin, MCT oil, and the Santa Madre RESET gel.

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.

To kick off the Move Her Mind Event Summit, we sat down with ASICS athlete Taylia Brooks and Olympian Allyson Felix to explore the different stages and transitions throughout life. From high school competition to the world stage, they shared lessons from their journeys at the highest level—reminding us that every chapter brings its own challenges, growth, and opportunities.

This week on Fuel for the Sole, Tim Noakes has entered the chat. We break down a new research study suggesting that just 10 grams of carbs per hour may be sufficient—and that carb loading might be unnecessary after all. Plus, we tackle listener questions on what could be driving high liver enzymes, what might be sabotaging your recovery, and why bloating shows up mid-run.

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.