



The Real Cost of Poor Nutrition

Why You’re a Tired Triathlete All the Time and How to Find More Energy

How Brian Fuelled a 45-Minute 70.3 PB Through Total Life Chaos
What happens when your race goals collide with toddlers, ER visits, and zero sleep? In this episode, I sit down with Brian Joseph – a busy triathlete, full-time professional and dad of three – who managed to pull off a massive 45-minute PB at his 70.3, despite life being a total circus. From misse…

Seven Tips to Navigate Alcohol and the Festive Season Without Sabotaging Your Performance
Feeling festive but don’t want to blow your training gains? In this episode of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy podcast, I’m diving into how alcohol really affects your performance as an endurance athlete—and what you can do about it. Whether you're mid-race season in Australia or base building in…

Iron Cowboy: What It Takes to Do 100 Ironmans in 100 Days
What on earth does it take to complete 100 Ironmans in 100 days? James Lawrence – aka the Iron Cowboy – joins the podcast to share the physical, mental and nutritional toll of his epic Conquer 100 challenge. Spoiler: it involved over 12,000 calories a day, a few Costco muffins, and being fed throug…

The Science of Exercise with T1 Diabetes – with Dr Sam Scott
Managing type 1 diabetes as a triathlete isn’t just tough – it’s a constant balancing act. But with the right tools, strategy and support, you can absolutely perform at your best. In this episode, I chat with Dr Sam Scott – exercise physiologist, diabetes researcher and former Head of Research for…

From ACL Surgery to 70.3 – Brian’s Nutrition-Fuelled Comeback
Could your comeback story start with your plate? In this inspiring episode, we hear from TNA athlete Brian McLean, who proves that nutrition isn't just for race day. Nine months after tearing his ACL in a backyard basketball game, Brian is back training for 70.3 races, stronger and more dialled-in…

Sweat Science: The Truth About Electrolytes and Hydration for Triathletes
Think you’re nailing hydration because you’ve got a pastel-coloured electrolyte drink in hand? Think again. In this episode, I bust through the marketing fluff and break down exactly when, why and how triathletes should use electrolytes. Forget what TikTok says, here’s the science-backed truth fro…

The Gut Microbiome Explained – How It Affects Performance
Is gut health just another nutrition fad, or a legit performance game-changer for triathletes? In this episode, Taryn breaks down the gut microbiome in a way that makes sense for endurance athletes. Discover what it is, what it does, and how to support it without expensive supplements or trendy fe…

Back of the Pack: Why Nutrition Isn’t Just for Fast Triathletes
Think nutrition is only for podium chasers? Think again. In this inspiring chat, we meet Dr Sarah Barr, a proud back-of-the-packer, cancer survivor and one determined triathlete chasing big endurance goals including a full Ironman for her 62nd birthday. As a long-time calorie counter and clean eat…