Welcome to season 3, episode 13 of the Fuel Run Recover podcast, where I'm excited to share this conversation with Coach Faith Raymond of Run Strong Endurance Coaching!

In today’s episode, we’re diving into an important — and often overlooked — topic: how to successfully start running as a Masters athlete. Whether you're returning to running after a break, or considering taking up the sport later in life, this episode is packed with encouragement, advice, and actionable tips.

Joining me is Coach Faith, a UESCA certified running and ultrarunning coach, strength and conditioning specialist, and nutrition coach. Coach Faith began her running journey back in 2011 with a 5K for a cause close to her heart. Since then, her passion has expanded into marathons, trail running, and ultrarunning. Based in Vermont, Coach Faith now specializes in coaching a wide range of athletes, with a special love for supporting female Masters runners.

In this conversation, we cover:

• What defines a Masters-level runner

• Common mistakes new Masters runners often make

• Key considerations and challenges for runners starting later in life

• How training strategies differ based on athletic history

• The best approaches for building strength, endurance, and confidence as a Masters runner

• Why it’s never too late to start running — and how to set yourself up for success

Coach Faith also shares her own journey from road racing to the trails, and what inspired her to focus her coaching on this empowering stage of life.

Find Faith on Instagram, Facebook, or her website http://runlongrunstrong.com/

Looking for the resources mentioned in today's episode?

⁠⁠⁠Get your free fueling and strength training guide for runners here⁠⁠⁠

And, learn more about working with me by visiting my website ⁠⁠www.stephaniehnatiuk.com⁠⁠!

Welcome to season 3, episode 12 of The Fuel Run Recover podcast, where we're talking about fueling for short workouts and races, yes even if you don't technically 'need to'.
There’s a trend I keep seeing online—runners bragging about how little they fuel or hydrate during long runs or races, flexing about fasted workouts, and downplaying the need for carbs or hydration. Even some running books and coaches still promote training in a glycogen-depleted state. So in this episode, we’re unpacking it all.

You’ll learn why some runners are drawn to the "no fuel, no hydration" mentality, and why others prioritize performance, enjoyment, and longevity in the sport. Spoiler alert: it’s not about who’s right or wrong—it’s about different perspectives, beliefs, and goals.

As a running coach and dietitian, I’m here to break down why fueling—even for workouts or races you technically could complete without it—can be a total game-changer for performance, recovery, and enjoyment.

In this episode, I cover:

• Why some runners love “the grind” and prefer to train or race with as little support as possible

• A contrasting mindset: optimizing performance and enjoying the experience

• The science behind why carbs improve performance in endurance sports

• Why hitting the wall, walking the last few miles, or constantly bonking could be a fueling issue

• How under-fueling can negatively impact muscle mass and body composition

• The importance of gut training during your workouts—not just on race day

• The truth about fasted training and glycogen depletion

• Why even short races like 10Ks and half marathons can benefit from fuel and hydration strategies

• Practical reasons to fuel during training (gear, logistics, GI practice, etc.)

Whether you’re newer to running or a seasoned pro, this episode will help you reflect on your approach to fueling and why the “just because I can doesn’t mean I should” mindset might be worth exploring.

Looking for the resources mentioned in today's episode?

⁠⁠⁠Get your free fueling and strength training guide for runners here⁠⁠⁠

And, learn more about working with me by visiting my website ⁠⁠www.stephaniehnatiuk.com⁠⁠!

Welcome to season 3, episode 11 of The Fuel Run Recover podcast!

Have you ever set a running or nutrition goal—only to find yourself doing the exact opposite of what would help you achieve it? You're not alone. In this episode of The Fuel Run Recover Podcast, we’re unpacking one of the biggest mindset blocks holding runners back: self-sabotage.

We’ll explore why self-sabotage happens, how it shows up in training, nutrition, recovery—and even weight-related goals—and most importantly, how to recognize and break free from these self-defeating habits. Whether you struggle with all-or-nothing thinking, negative self-talk, or the fear of success, this episode will help you reframe your mindset and start making meaningful progress toward your goals.

In this episode, you’ll learn:
🧠 What self-sabotage really is—and why it’s not about laziness or lack of willpower
🚩 How to recognize self-sabotaging behaviors in your running, nutrition, and recovery routines
💬 Common thought patterns that keep runners stuck (hello, all-or-nothing mindset)
🧩 The role of identity, limiting beliefs, and fear of failure or success
👥 How friends, family, and social dynamics can unintentionally fuel self-sabotage
✅ Practical steps to break free from these habits and move toward your goals with confidence

Looking for the resources mentioned in today's episode?

⁠⁠⁠Get your free fueling and strength training guide for runners here⁠⁠⁠

And, learn more about working with me by visiting my website ⁠⁠www.stephaniehnatiuk.com⁠⁠!