Eating Enough: Nutrition to Support Energy, Focus & Recovery
Black Iron Radio
Most people aren’t under-motivated, they’re under-fed. , , and break down what happens when you don’t eat enough to support your training, recovery, brain, and basic human functioning. They cover the science behind low energy availability, the signs you’re running on fumes, and why eating enough is the foundation for strength, focus, hormone health, and long-term progress. If you’ve been tired, stuck, irritable, or confused about why your hard work isn’t paying off, this conversation is the blueprint for getting out of the under-fueling cycle and finally feeling like yourself...
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So You Want To Be Alcohol-free This Holiday Season
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Morgan, Maggie, and Amanda to talk about staying alcohol-free (or making a conscious effort to drink less) during the holiday season. They break down why drinking spikes this time of year, how alcohol impacts performance and stress, strategies for navigating social pressure, and creative ways to enjoy the holidays without booze.
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Diet Breaks for Mental Health — Are They Helpful?
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Most people think “taking a diet break” means falling off track. But what if it’s actually one of the smartest, healthiest moves you can make? Christin, Jess, and Joyce unpack the mental, physical, and emotional benefits of pressing pause on dieting. They cover when to take a break, how to do it without spiraling, and why rest might be the missing piece in your long-term progress.
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So You Want To Train For Something During The Holidays
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The holidays are almost here, but that doesn’t mean your training has to vanish into a black hole. , , and talk about maintaining training momentum when your routine goes off the rails from things like travel, family, and social gatherings. Whether you’re prepping for a race, meet, or competition, or just trying to keep momentum through the season, it is possible to stay consistent without being too extreme about it. December doesn’t have to be a detour from your goals. In fact, it can be a test of adaptability.
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Fat Isn't the Enemy: How to Choose Healthy Fats
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For decades, fat got a bad rap. And we’re still undoing the damage. , , and dig into why fat isn’t the villain it was made out to be, how it helps fuels your training, supports your hormones, and keeps you full. Fat isn’t the problem, misinformation is.
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So You Want To Set Some Boundaries This Holiday Season
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, , and talk about how to navigate holiday food, family pressure, and social situations without losing your sanity or your progress. They dig into people-pleasing, guilt, alcohol, and what it means to protect your peace during the season of excess.
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Understanding Leptin & Ghrelin: Your Hunger Hormones Explained
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Hormones might be trending, but most of what you see online about “fixing” them is either oversimplified or straight-up wrong. chats with (RD) and (CNS) to unpack leptin and ghrelin, your body’s hunger and fullness hormones. They explain how these signals actually work, why your appetite sometimes feels like a mystery, and how to tune in to your body without falling for click-bait hormone “hacks” online.
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So You Want To Make Better Choices This Holiday Season
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The holidays don’t have to mean pressing pause on your goals or spiraling into guilt when the cookies come out. , , and sit down to talk about balance, boundaries, and how to navigate a season full of sweets, stress, and social events without falling into the “I’ll start again in January” trap. From mindset shifts to simple, realistic habits that actually stick, this episode is your reminder that joy, connection, and health can coexist—yes, even in December.
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All About Creatine: Benefits Beyond Strength
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, , and unpack one of the most studied (and misunderstood) supplements in the fitness world. Creatine is often dismissed as a “gym bro” supplement, but it’s one of the safest, cheapest, and most effective tools for improving performance, recovery, and brain health—no matter your sport or age.
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Meet Coach Jen
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Meet Jen, our newest Black Iron coach. With 15+ years of experience in fitness and nutrition (and nearly a decade specializing in helping people heal their nutrition), Jen brings wisdom, warmth, and zero-BS accountability. Her motto is “Focus. Refine. Build.” — meaning sustainable progress > shortcuts. She’s here to support you through the messy, beautiful process of getting stronger in your body, mindset, and life. Jen is currently taking on new clients. If you’ve been looking for a coach who balances structure, compassion, and realness… she might be the one!!
info_outlineAmanda, Krissy, and Chris dive into the world of long-course triathlon and chat about what it takes to train for, fuel for, and finish a 70.3 or full Ironman. They cover everything: realistic time commitments, gear priorities, goal-setting, fueling strategies, and how to keep your sanity when training volume gets high. Whether you’re eyeing your first half or plotting a full, this episode breaks down how to do it without losing your mind.