Laura Ligos, a registered dietitian, joins Tom to discuss her journey to becoming a dietitian and the inspiration behind her Instagram handle, the sassy dietitian. They also talk about the challenges of debunking misinformation on social media and the importance of finding reliable sources of nutrition information. Laura explains her typical client profile and the areas she focuses on, such as fatigue, burnout, hormonal issues, and digestive health. They delve into the link between nutrition and fertility, as well as the role of nutrition in optimizing sleep.

Jackie Sklaver, a nutritionist and founder of Athleats Nutrition, joins Tom to discuss the challenges of combating misinformation in the nutrition field and the importance of evidence-based practices. Jackie also shares her experience working as a sports nutritionist in the NBA and the importance of balancing the logistical challenges of managing nutrition for a team with the individual needs of each athlete. Tom and Jackie also discuss the impact of nutrition on athletic performance and longevity, the benefits of an anti-inflammatory diet, and the role of gut health in overall well-being.

10:28 – The Impact of Nutritionists on Changing Lives

12:25 – Life as a Sports Nutritionist in the NBA

16:26 – The Challenges of Managing Nutrition for an NBA Team

21:07 – The Intersection of Nutrition and Mental Performance

24:17 – The Impact of Nutrition on Athletic Performance and Longevity

29:02 – The Benefits of an Anti-Inflammatory Diet for Athletes

40:53 – Optimizing Gut Health for Athletes

44:47 – Challenges of Working with Chefs in Team and Individual Settings

Jason Fitzgerald, owner of Strength Running, joins Tom to discuss the importance of strength training for endurance athletes. They discuss topics such as the myths surrounding endurance training, the benefits of consistency and longevity in running, and the mindset of endurance athletes. Jason shares his personal experiences as a runner and offers advice on how to stay motivated and overcome challenges in training. Jason also shares his personal experience of incorporating strength training into his own running routine and how it has helped him stay injury-free and improve his performance.