Find Your Edge
Join Expert Triathlon Coach, Functional Sports Nutritionist & Exercise Physiologist Chris Newport from The Endurance Edge as she talks with experts and endurance athletes to find key, actionable steps to reach and sustain peak performance and health. Whether you're a triathlete, cyclist, runner, or weekend warrior, this podcast offers functional nutrition, evidence-based training, recovery and health tips to keep you feeling and performing at your best. Visit us at TheEnduranceEdge.com
Episodes
133 episodes
Racing Local: Why It Matters (plus NC multisport racing companies)
Join Coach Chris (and Race Director) as she discusses why racing local matters! She discusses how:• Local race fees support small race directors, vendors, volunteers, and sometimes charitable causes like Girls on the Run...
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13:18
Protecting Yourself On and Off the Bike: Insurance Essentials for Cyclists (REPLAY)
Coach Chris interviews Thomas Henson, a personal injury attorney specializing in catastrophic injuries and avid cyclist, who shares critical insurance and safety information that can protect cyclists and all active individuals on the roads....
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Season 6
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Episode 22
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44:18
Aero Secrets for Triathlon: Get Faster Without Working Harder
Coach Chris Newport interviews fellow Coach Jason, who shares his journey of getting faster on the bike—without getting any fitter. Discover how he became 60 watts more efficient through aerodynamic tweaks and smart upgrades that any athlete ca...
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Season 6
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Episode 21
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41:23
Gut Check: Exploring Your Second Brain
In this episode dedicated to functional nutrition, Coach Chris and her dietetic intern discuss gut health. Our gut is truly our second brain, affecting everything from immunity and inflammation to mood and mental health, with 99% of our DNA com...
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Season 6
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Episode 20
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38:45
How to Improve as an Endurance Athlete: The Metrics That Matter Most
Coach Chris unpacks what it really takes to improve as an endurance athlete—beyond just logging more miles or training harder. She dives into some of the methodology that she and her coaching team use for their athlet...
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Season 6
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Episode 19
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42:01
How to Overcome Open Water Swim Fear (And Do Your First Triathlon!)
If open water freaks you out—you’re not alone. It’s one of the biggest reasons people avoid triathlon altogether. In this episode, Coach Chris takes you behind the scenes of what it really takes to feel calm, confident, and in control ...
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Season 6
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Episode 18
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10:50
XTERRA Triathlon Race Debrief (and what you should add to your debrief)
Coach Chris Newport takes listeners behind the scenes of the XTERRA North American Championships in Alabama, sharing insights from training preparation to race day execution. The race represented both a personal challenge to face mountain bikin...
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Season 6
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Episode 17
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21:00
How I Developed a Personalized Race Fueling Plan That Actually Works
Coach Chris Newport shares her methodology for developing an evidence-based fueling and hydration plan for her upcoming off-road Olympic triathlon. She demonstrates how tracking personal sweat data, testing products, and adjusting for logistics...
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Season 6
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Episode 16
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18:02
Supplements for Endurance: What Works, What Doesn’t, and What Might
In this episode of Find Your Edge, Coach Chris Newport breaks down popular supplements for endurance athletes—backed by science, tested in real-world training. Learn which ones are worth your attention, and which ones may depend...
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Season 6
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Episode 15
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28:23
Beyond Cholesterol Numbers: Cardiometabolic Health
Do our cholesterol numbers tell the full story? Cardiometabolic health encompasses more than just heart function—it includes metabolic processes, blood sugar control, lipid levels, and inflammation markers that affect your entire body's health....
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Season 6
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Episode 14
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18:25
Race Day Nutrition for Endurance Athletes
Join Coach Chris Newport, lead performance nutritionist at The Endurance Edge, who discusses how race day nutrition for endurance events lasting over two hours isn’t one-size-fits-all. It takes a personalized, well-rehearsed plan that ac...
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Season 6
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Episode 13
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28:51
Fuel Your Distance: How to Avoid Bonking
Coach Chris explains the science behind bonking and outlines practical strategies to prevent it during long-distance triathlon, running or cycling events.She explains:• What bonking is and and why this extreme fatigue happens, oft...
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Season 6
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Episode 12
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25:22
Hydration Mistakes to Avoid for Improved Performance
Coach Chris Newport explores the most common fueling and hydration mistakes that wreck performance and sometimes lead to dangerous health complications for endurance athletes, like:• Guessing with nutrition instead of using science-base...
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Season 6
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Episode 11
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17:08
Magnesium: The Essential Mineral You're Probably Missing
Join Chris Newport, functional sports nutritionist, to discuss magnesium. It's a critical mineral involved in over 300 biochemical reactions, yet 50-60% of both the general population and endurance athletes fail to consume adequate amounts thro...
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Season 6
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Episode 10
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22:14
The Human Edge: Why AI Can't Replace a Coach
Join Coach Chris Newport as she makes the case for why AI can't replace a coach when training for a multisport event. While AI might be cheap, it just doesn't yet compare to the element of a good coach-athlete relationship. Here's w...
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Season 6
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Episode 9
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20:51
The Science Behind Intermittent Fasting
This episode features Dr. Matthew Stratton discussing intermittent fasting and its implications for health and fitness. We dive into various fasting protocols, the psychological effects, and the latest research findings including:• Over...
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Season 6
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Episode 8
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40:21
Harnessing Genetics for Personalized Training and Health
When it comes to achieving sustainable health and enhancing performance, understanding your genetics can be a game changer. Genetic insights can illuminate our fitness potential, optimal nutrition needs, and injury risks, influencing not only a...
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Season 6
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Episode 7
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56:06
Unlocking Longevity Through Nutrigenomics
Discover the revolutionary impact of genetics on nutrition with Dr. Yael Jaffe from 3x4 Genetics. The episode delves into how personalized genetic insights can transform your dietary choices and enhance your overall health through the practice ...
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Season 6
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Episode 6
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51:54
How Genetic Testing Informs Nutrition Choices
Genetic testing is revolutionizing how we approach nutrition, offering insights that empower individuals to make personalized dietary choices. This episode dives into critical topics like methylation, inflammation, detoxification, and cardiovas...
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Season 6
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Episode 5
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37:39
Pro Talk: Katie Zaferes on Olympics, Triathlon, Resilience, and Legacy
Two-time Olympic medalist Katie Zaferes, shares her unique journey from a variety of sports to elite triathlon competitions. She reflects on her experiences at the Rio and Tokyo Olympics, discusses the impact of personal loss, and embraces her ...
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Season 6
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Episode 4
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50:42
Staying Fueled in Winter: Nutrition and Hydration Tips for Cold Adventures
Join Sports Nutritionists Chris & Marisa as they dive into strategies for maintaining optimal nutrition during winter sports and exercise. Key topics include the importance of hydration, appropriate clothing choices, post-workout meal ideas...
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Season 6
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Episode 3
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30:51
Goal Setting in Triathlon: How to Maintain Joy in Training & Racing
Join Coach Chris with guest Coach Carlie, to dive into the intricacies of goal setting in triathlon, urging athletes to look beyond just outcome goals. Listen to how breaking down these goals into manageable performance and process goals allows...
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Season 6
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Episode 2
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33:21
Breaking Free from Diet Culture
In the latest episode of the Find Your Edge podcast, Chris invites listeners to confront the harmful effects of diet culture and promotes a shift toward mindfulness in health. Through practical strategies, personal stories, and community suppor...
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Season 6
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Episode 1
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19:56
Five Essential Nutrition Tips for Optimal Health
Chris reviews five essential nutrition habits to embrace as we enter the new year, emphasizing holistic wellness for improved health outcomes.She discusses:• Understanding digestive system function, the nervous system and how th...
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Season 5
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Episode 28
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29:26
Journey to Ironman 70.3 World Championship with Coach Peter
Coach Peter shares his inspiring journey to the Ironman World Championships in New Zealand, detailing the experiences and preparation involved in competing at such a prestigious level. Through his account, he emphasizes the importance of unders...
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Season 5
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Episode 27
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50:44