Tips to Live By

PODCAST: Workout Nutrition: What Works & What Doesn’t

April 14, 2026

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Should you eat before a workout? What about after? And do you really need electrolyte drinks, protein shakes or preworkout supplements to see results? In this episode, we break down why you shouldn’t enter a workout fasted, the biggest misconceptions around fueling for exercise and what actually helps you perform better and recover faster.

Expert: Amanda Beaver, registered dietitian

Notable topics covered:

  • Why working out fasted can hurt your performance

  • Simple, realistic preworkout snack ideas (even for chaotic schedules)

  • How fueling needs differ for cardio, strength training and HIIT workouts

  • What actually matters when it comes to preworkout and postworkout supplements

  • The “protein-sparing effect”: Why carb intake matters after a workout

  • How consistently underfueling can impact hormones, immunity and overall health

  • Signs you might not be fueling enough — during workouts and beyond

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