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
124 episodes
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
Anti-Inflammatory Diets, Antioxidants & Glutathione
In this episode of the "Find Your Edge" podcast, Chris Newport dives into the benefits of an anti-inflammatory diet, antioxidants, and the essential role of glutathione in combating oxidative stress. With the holiday season in full swi...
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Season 5
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Episode 26
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27:31
Calories, Genetics, Metabolism and the Holidays
Can you truly trust popular apps like MyFitnessPal to guide your calorie intake, or is there a more personalized approach to understanding your body's energy needs? On this episode of the Find Your Edge podcast, we're unpacking the complexities...
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Season 5
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Episode 25
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13:22
More Than Marcos: Exploring the Psychology of Food
Ready to transform your relationship with food? We unveil the 21-Day Nutrition Reset Challenge. This isn't your typical diet plan or macro counting challenge—it's a journey into the psychology of eating. Uncover why we often turn to comfort foo...
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Season 5
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Episode 24
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7:00
Holiday Eating Tips from the Not-Food-Police
Unwrap the secrets to stress-free holiday eating with The Endurance Edge's nutritionists, aka "not-food-police," Chris & Marisa. Ever wondered why skipping meals before a big gathering leaves you feeling overstuffed and regretful? M...
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Season 5
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Episode 23
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29:14
Challenge as a Core Value: What's Yours?
On today's episode of Find Your Edge, I share my personal journey to embrace challenge as a core value and how it led me to commit to the XTERRA North American Championship in 2025. From a road accident that redirected my passion to mountain bi...
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Season 5
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Episode 22
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7:17
Strength Training & Triathlon: Recent Research
What if integrating just two strength sessions per week could revolutionize your performance as a triathlete? Join us as we review recent research in strength training for triathletes. For example, athletes who combined endurance and strength t...
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Season 5
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Episode 21
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20:57
Healthy Tricks for Halloween
Ever wondered how to indulge in the spooky season's delights while staying true to your health and fitness goals? We've got you covered with strategies that emphasize protein-rich choices and highlight the importance of hydration—key elements i...
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Season 5
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Episode 20
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11:02
Finding Purpose and Community Through Triathlon: Coach Chris' Story
Want to know how The Endurance Edge got started? In our latest episode of the Find Your Edge podcast, discover Coach Chris's journey into endurance sports and the transformative e...
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Season 5
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Episode 19
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12:01
BONUS: The Power of Human Connection in Coaching
The secret to unlocking your full potential lies not in data or AI, but in the power of human connection! Join Coach Chris and Coach Carlie in this special edition of the Find Your Edge podcast as we explore the irreplaceable role of a coach. W...
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Season 5
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Episode 18
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13:29