SPOT.
HomeDiscoverScoresWatchListen
SPOT.Sign In

Spot Sports

Everything worth following in sports

Content

  • Videos
  • Podcasts
  • Channels

Company

  • About
  • Support

Legal

  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • YouTube Terms

© 2026 Spot Sports. All rights reserved.

Home
Scores
Watch
Listen
My Spot
“There’s no such thing as a good or bad food” | The Nutrition Advice All Runners Need to Hear

Running

“There’s no such thing as a good or bad food” | The Nutrition Advice All Runners Need to Hear

The Runna Podcast›
Yesterday1:05:11

Listen now

Episode Notes

If you’re underfuelled, you will underperform.


Most runners are unintentionally holding back their PBs because of "carb fear"-this week, we’re fixing that.


In this episode of The Runna Podcast, sports nutritionist Sian Seccombe explains why underfuelling is one of the most common mistakes runners make. From ‘hitting the wall’ to the serious risks of RED-S, Sian breaks down sports nutrition for runners in a way you can understand and apply.


Whether you're training for a marathon or just started your running journey, this is your ultimate guide to how to fuel for a marathon and beyond.


In this episode, Sian explains:

🍝 Why carbs aren’t the enemy (and why you need more of them)

⏱️ What to eat before a run, during, and after your sessions

⚖️ Why weight loss and marathon training often don’t mix

⚠️ Signs you’re underfuelling (even if you think you’re not)

🧠 What RED-S is-and why it’s frequently missed


Remember, the goal isn’t to eat less 👉 it’s to fuel enough to perform at your best.


🎧 Follow along for new episodes every Friday with Olympians, World Record Holders, and inspiring voices form the running community.


🎁 Try Runna FREE for 2 weeks with code PODCAST26: https://web.runna.com/redeem?code=PODCAST26

And if you’re just getting started, our New to Running and Return to Running plans are totally free 💛


📺 Watch the full episode → youtube.com/@therunnapodcast

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Next listen

All from The Runna Podcast →
Your Ultimate Marathon Race Day Guide | A Complete Run-Through with Runna Coaches

Next listen

Your Ultimate Marathon Race Day Guide | A Complete Run-Through with Runna Coaches

Apr 10, 202650:39

Next listen

Your Ultimate Marathon Race Day Guide | A Complete Run-Through with Runna Coaches

Your Ultimate Marathon Race Day Guide | A Complete Run-Through with Runna Coaches

Apr 10, 202650:39
From Wall Street Millionaire to Rock Bottom - Then a 2:29 Marathon | Ken Rideout

From Wall Street Millionaire to Rock Bottom - Then a 2:29 Marathon | Ken Rideout

Apr 3, 20261:03:07
Grant Fisher: Behind The Scenes of an Olympian's Half Marathon Debut

Grant Fisher: Behind The Scenes of an Olympian's Half Marathon Debut

Mar 27, 202646:51
All from The Runna Podcast→

Related Podcasts

Some Work, All Play

Some Work, All Play

David Roche and Megan Roche

Running
Ali on the Run Show

Ali on the Run Show

Ali Feller

Running
The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman

The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman

Dylan Bowman

Running
The CITIUS MAG Podcast | A Running + Track and Field Show

The CITIUS MAG Podcast | A Running + Track and Field Show

CITIUS MAG

Running
Nobody Asked Us with Des & Kara

Nobody Asked Us with Des & Kara

Des Linden and Kara Goucher

Running