The Runna Podcast

Author: Runna

Join Coach Ben Parker and Coach Anya Culling every Friday as they deep-dive into running with Olympians, world-class coaches, and inspiring runners - from Romesh Ranganathan to Alex Yee and Lucy Charles-Barclay. Expect captivating stories, hilarious mishaps, and actionable coaching tips (incl. weekly tips from Olympian Steph Davis) on training, injury prevention, mindset, recovery, and performance. Whether its your first 5K or a marathon PB, well fuel your next run. New episodes every Friday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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“There’s no such thing as a good or bad food” | The Nutrition Advice All Runners Need to Hear
Episode 106
Thursday, 16 April, 2026

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 missedRemember, 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=PODCAST26And 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.