Find Your Edge: Training, Sports Nutrition & Mindset Tools for Triathletes, Runners & High Achievers Chasing Performance & Longevity
Find Your Edge is an empowering, science-driven podcast helping endurance athletes and active people train smarter, fuel better, and live longer, healthier lives. Hosted by Chris Newport, MS, RDN, CISSN—sports dietitian, coach, and founder of The Endurance Edge—each episode delivers clarity, practical strategies, and inspiration so you can optimize performance, prevent burnout, and feel your best on and off the race course.
If you’re overwhelmed by conflicting nutrition advice, struggling with GI issues, or confused about hydration, training metrics, mental training and supplements, this podcast meets you where you are—with no-fluff insights, relatable stories, and field-tested methods.
Whether you’re training for triathlon, running events, or seeking longevity through personalized nutrition, every episode helps you feel informed, confident, and in control of your health and performance.
With two decades of experience and hundreds of athletes coached and tested, Chris pulls back the curtain on what actually works—offering grounded, science-backed guidance you can apply right away.
What you’ll hear:
-->Hydration and fueling tips that reduce GI distress and enhance performance
-->Personalized strategies using metabolic, genetic, and performance data to help you train smarter
-->Athlete stories, expert interviews, and practical breakdowns of trending and timeless topics in endurance sports
-->Longevity-focused nutrition and lifestyle strategies to keep you strong for years to come
If you’re asking questions like:
--> “How do I train and eat to support both performance and longevity?”
--> “How do I fuel without bonking or GI issues?”
--> “What should I eat to support my health while achieving my fitness goals?”
--> “What supplements do I really need, and which are a waste?”
…then you’re in the right place.
This is the podcast for when you’re ready to train with intention, eat with confidence, and unlock your competitive edge—while building a lifetime of vibrant health and performance.
Tune in weekly and take the next step toward your strongest self.
Episodes
144 episodes
Nutrition Strategies That Support Sleep And Mental Health For Endurance Athletes Ep 144
Sleep is one of the most important recovery tools athletes have—but many endurance athletes are not getting enough.In this episode of Find Your Edge, Coach Chris Newport talks with dietetic intern Emily Qiu about how sleep and n...
Hydration Reminders and How Your Sweat Should Dictate Your Plan Ep 143
Hydration may seem basic, it's one of the biggest reasons endurance athletes struggle in training and racing (and come to us for help).In this episode of Find Your Edge, Coach Chris Newport shares essential reminders about sweat...
How to Write a Race Report that You Actually Learn From Ep 142
Race day does not end at the finish line.In this episode of Find Your Edge, Coach Chris Newport shares how to write a race report or post-race debrief that actually helps you become a better athlete.You’ll learn what to r...
Community, Coaching, and Confidence: The Real Power of Training Camp Ep 141
In this episode of Find Your Edge, Coach Chris Newport shares what we learned from our recent Triathlon Training Camp—and why athletes made more progress in just a few days than they would have in months training alone.We break ...
Fueling with Real Food for Training and Race Day [Rerun] Ep 140
Many athletes rely on gels, sports drinks, and energy chews to fuel their workouts—but real foods can be just as effective.In this episode of the Find Your Edge podcast, Coach Chris Newport shares practical ideas for fueling end...
Biomechanics, Durability, Gait Analysis & Injury Prevention for Runners Ep 139
Are you getting injured every time your training ramps up? Or do you feel like your running form falls apart when you get tired?In this episode of the Find Your Edge podcast, Coach Chris Newport sits down with physical therapist Dr. Rick...
GLP-1 Nutrition for Athletes and Weight Loss: How to Protect Muscle and Improve Results Ep 138
Are GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, or Zepbound right for you, especially as an athlete or active adult? And if you are taking one, how do you lose fat without losing muscle?In this episode of Find Your Edge, Coach Chris...
XTERRA World Championship Italy: Race Recap & Lessons Learned
What is it really like to race the XTERRA World Championship in Italy?In this episode, Coach Chris Newport shares the full story of racing in Trentino, Italy—from qualifying at USA Nationals to battling freezing water, mud, panic, transi...
Is Your Garmin VO2 Max Accurate? (and how to predict yours) Ep 136
If your watch says your VO2 max went up… or down… should you trust it?In this episode of Find Your Edge, Coach Chris Newport breaks down:what VO2 and VO2 max actually meanhow Garmin and other devices estimat...
First-Time 70.3 Triathlon: How to Train and Finish Confidently (Replay) Ep 135
Join Coach Carlie & Coach Chris to review research on first-time amateur Ironman 70.3 athletes to unpack what happens to mood, motivation, and confidence across a six-month training build. We also share how coaching, clear communication, an...
4 Superfoods You Need to Try for Gut Health, Blood Sugar, and Longevity Ep 134
In this episode of Find Your Edge, Coach Chris Newport shares four underrated superfoods that deserve a place in your kitchen and why.You’ll learn:Why oat bran is amazing for cholesterol, blood sugar, and constipatio...
Strength, Mobility, Breathing, and Staying Injury-Free After 40 Ep 133
In this episode of Find Your Edge, Coach Chris Newport sits down with Dr. Jerry Yoo of Next Level Physical Therapy to talk about what it really takes to stay active for life—especially for runners and endurance athletes over 40.We cover:...
Tobacco Road Marathon & Half Marathon: Why This NC Race Is a Must-Run Ep 132
Looking for a fast, flat marathon in North Carolina? In this episode of Find Your Edge, Coach Chris Newport talks with race leaders from the Tobacco Road Marathon and Half Marathon about what makes this Triangle race special.We cover:
Post-Race Blues After Ironman: What the Research Says (and How to Prevent It) Ep 131
Why do some endurance athletes feel unexpectedly low after a big race? In this episode of Find Your Edge, Coach Chris Newport interviews Dr. Carlie Frost-Poirier about her new dissertation on post-race blues in long-course triathletes.Yo...
Girls on the Run: Building Limitless Potential Through Running Ep 130
Girls on the Run is so much more than running—it’s a confidence-building, life-skills program for girls in grades 3–8.In this episode of the Find Your Edge podcast, Coach Chris Newport interviews Celia Dario from Girls on the Run of the ...
Lead in Protein Powder? Whole-Food Smoothie Protein Alternatives Ep 129
A recent Consumer Reports article raised concerns about lead levels in protein powders. Should you be worried? Should you stop using them?In this episode, Performance Nutritionist Chris Newport explains what NSF certification means, why ...
Heart Rate Training Zones: Train Smarter for Performance & Longevity Ep 128
Are you training too hard—or not hard enough? In this episode of the Find Your Edge podcast, Coach Chris Newport breaks down heart rate training zones, why common formulas like “220 minus age” miss the mark, and how VO₂ max and lactate...
World Record 80 Year Old Ironman Natalie Grabow on Consistency, Trust & Fun Ep 127
At age 80, Natalie Grabow became the oldest woman in history to finish the Ironman World Championship in Kona, earning a Guinness World Record — and redefining what’s possible with aging and performance.In this episode of Find Your E...
Hypermobility in Athletes: How to Train Smarter for Longevity Ep 126
Hypermobility affects far more people than we realize — especially endurance athletes. Chris sits down with physical therapist Holly Burt, who explains what hypermobility really is, why it’s often missed, and how it impacts joints, digestion, r...
Mindset, Connection, and Growth at Any Age Ep 125
What if the edge you’re looking for isn’t another training metric—but the willingness to do hard things on purpose? Coach Chris Newport sits down with Bob Campana for a powerful conversation about mindset, resilience, and human connection.<...
How Your Home and Heat Therapy Can Improve Recovery, Sleep, and Performance Ep 124
What if part of your fatigue, brain fog, or poor recovery isn’t coming from training or nutrition—but from your environment? Coach Chris Newport sits down with Jen Heller, host of the Homes That Heal podcast, to explore how our home en...
The Future of Triathlon with Set Up Events: Why Racing Local Matters Ep 123
What does the future of triathlon really look like? Coach Chris Newport talks with Justin Boyer of Set Up Events about the evolution of triathlon, the resurgence of short-course racing, and why community—not distance—is what keeps athletes in t...
Menopause, Perimenopause, and Active Women Ep 122
What if your declining energy, brain fog, and poor sleep aren’t training mistakes—but hormonal shifts? Coach Chris Newport sits down with Dr. Abby DeVries, a family physician specializing in midlife women’s health, to unpack perimenopause, meno...
Why “Perfect” Morning Routines Don’t Matter — And What to Do Instead Ep 121
Coach Chris & Coach Carlie push back on one-size-fits-all morning routines and lay out a calmer, more personal approach built on sleep, values, and biology. From caffeine and genetics to flexible rituals and training early, we show how to d...
A Mindful Thanksgiving: Gratitude, Presence, and Honoring Your Body Ep 120
Thanksgiving can easily become about food, schedules, and chaos—but at its core, this holiday is about presence and gratitude. In today’s short but powerful episode, we slow down together, take a breath, and reconnect to what this day truly mea...