Episode 108: The Difference Between Hyrox and Crossfit Nutrition
In this episode, Jordi and Loz are in the studio discussing the key differences between HYROX Nutrition compared to Crossfit Nutrition. They cover Jordi's recent HYROX race in Perth, the fuelling strategies he used leading into it, the energetics of a HYROX race, if intra-race fuelling is required, whether carb loading is necessary, and how this compares to Crossfit nutrition.If you are a hybrid athlete or someone looking to tackle their first HYROX event, then this episode is for you.
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Episode 107: How Many Calories Do Athletes Need?
Do you know how many calories you need to adequately fuel your body? If you are struggling to answer that then this is for you. In this episode, Jordan Sullivan, Performance Dietitian to Elite Athletes and High Performers, and Director of World Renowned Performance Nutrition Company, TFD (The Fight Dietitian), discusses everything you need to know about figuring out how many calories you need to adequately fuel your body. The discussion begins with a review on what exactly a calorie is, how the calorie was introduced to science, how our body extracts calories from food, what our body uses energy for, how energy needs differ between individuals, the warning signs you are getting it wrong and how to put all of this together to use equations, multipliers and a tracking system to make sure you are fuelling your body properly. If you enjoy this video then follow along with TFD on socials;Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_fightdietitian/TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@jordansullivandietitian?lang=enLinkedin https://au.linkedin.com/in/jordan-sullivan-211b13120
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Fuelling Extreme Endurance Athletes
In this episode, we’re joined by the powerhouse sports dietitian, endurance athlete, and founder of Satiate Nutrition — Hayden James.Hayden’s a jack-of-all-trades when it comes to movement: she runs ultras, climbs rock faces, skis the backcountry, and lifts weights — all while balancing her work as a certified diabetes educator and a private practice dietitian working with endurance athletes.We dive deep into performance nutrition for endurance and mountain athletes, including:Why a high-carb diet is crucial (even if you're a "fat-adapted" fan)The truth about collagen and its role in injury recoveryWhy Hayden really doesn’t like greens powders (spoiler: heavy metals)The dangers and hype around CGMs (continuous glucose monitors)How to plan race-day fuelling, hydration, and even snacks that won’t freeze on a ski tourDIY performance gel recipes that’ll save you $$$Heat vs. altitude vs. cold: how conditions change your fuelling and hydration needsAnd why even the fastest runners can underperform without proper nutritionHayden also shares personal stories from the trails, training insights for the gruelling Speedgoat 50K, and how she’s balancing climbing goals with ultra-prep.If you're an endurance athlete looking to dial in your nutrition or just want to hear from someone who lives this stuff, this one’s for you.📌 Learn more about Hayden at🔗 https://satiatenutrition.com📸 Instagram: @satiatenutritionIf you enjoy this video then follow along with TFD on socials;Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_fightdietitian/TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@jordansullivandietitian?lang=enLinkedin https://au.linkedin.com/in/jordan-sullivan-211b13120🎧 Tune in, take notes, and maybe rethink that $75 greens powder subscription.Chapters:00:00 - Intro & Hayden’s background in sports nutrition03:05 - Working with endurance and mountain athletes06:20 - Collagen: hype vs. reality10:35 - The truth about greens powders & supplement safety16:15 - Protein timing & the post-workout "window"20:40 - Coffee, GI issues & hydration myths26:10 - Are CGMs helpful for athletes?31:40 - Carbohydrates and athletic performance36:25 - The hidden costs of low-carb training41:00 - Fueling fast friends vs. fueling for performance45:20 - Climbing, cramping & multi-sport training49:50 - Nutrition for racing in heat and cold54:40 - Sweat testing, hydration strategies & salt intake1:00:15 - Altitude training: what changes at elevation1:05:05 - Race-day fueling & carb-loading tips1:10:30 - DIY endurance gels & fueling on a budget1:14:20 - Final thoughts on performance, mindset & goals1:17:15 - Conference plug & where to find more info
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Neuroscience & Performance - Unlocking Elite Performance with Dr. Tommy Wood
Unlocking Elite Performance with Dr. Tommy WoodIn this episode of Performance That Matters, I sit down with Dr. Tommy Wood — an MD trained at the University of Oxford with a Ph.D. in physiology and neuroscience from the University of Oslo — to unpack the science behind elite human performance. Dr. Tommy Wood shares his insights from helping Formula 1 drivers maintain focus and performance while driving at 200 miles per hour - touching on brain health, recovery, and why chasing perfection might be killing your progress.We explore the fine balance between performance and longevity, practical takeaways for everyday athletes, and what the latest research actually says about overtraining, sleep, and nutrition. 🧠 About Dr. Tommy Wood:Dr. Wood is a research assistant professor at the University of Washington, with a background in medicine and a PhD in physiology and neuroscience. He works with high-performing individuals helping them push the limits while protecting long-term health.Learn more: https://www.drtommywood.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drtommywood/If you enjoy this video then follow along with TFD on socials;Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_fightdietitian/TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@jordansullivandietitian?lang=enLinkedin https://au.linkedin.com/in/jordan-sullivan-211b1312000:00 - Intro02:08 - Who is Dr. Tommy Wood?05:12 - Working with elite athletes across sports08:45 - What neuroscience teaches us about performance14:22 - Stress, recovery, and cognitive fatigue19:33 - Brain health and long-term performance26:10 - The myth of perfect training32:45 - Sleep and overtraining38:02 - F1 drivers vs. fighters: lessons from both worlds44:10 - Nutrition and supplementation: what actually matters49:50 - Longevity vs. short-term performance55:15 - Tommy's personal routine and mindset01:01:02 - Rapid-fire: Best advice for athletes01:04:10 - Final thoughts & where to find Tommy
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Episode 106: Health & Fitness For High Level CEO's - Lachlan Rowston
🎙️ Performance That Matters Podcast | Episode 9Guest: Lachlan Rowston — Co-founder and owner of Locker Room Gym, and Co-host of The Mind Muscle Project podcast.In this episode, Jordan sits down with Lachlan Rowston to dive into the journey behind building Locker Room, Australia’s most premium group training facility. Lachlan shares what separates Locker Room from the rest — from the philosophy behind elite client experience to the high-performance habits that drive results both in and out of the gym.They chat about leadership, personal discipline, and the systems Lachlan has built to deliver world-class training to high-level professionals. If you're into fitness, business, or just levelling up in life — this one delivers.👇 FOLLOW LACHLAN ROWSTON📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lachyrowston/🌐 Website: https://lockeroomgym.com/🔗 LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/lachlan-rowston-5b30b816aIf you enjoy this video then follow along with TFD on socials;Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_fightdietitian/TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@jordansullivandietitian?lang=enLinkedin https://au.linkedin.com/in/jordan-sullivan-211b13120If you want personalised nutrition coaching, access to world class nutrition courses, or to read our performance nutrition PDFs head to the website at https://thefightdietitian.com🔔 Don’t forget to leave us a review, like and follow us so you never miss an episode of Performance That Matters.⏱️ CHAPTERS00:00 - Intro01:04 - Who is Lachlan Rowston?03:15 - The concept behind Locker Room Gym07:40 - Creating a high-performance training experience11:10 - Lessons from growing Creature Fitness15:20 - Mistakes and challenges in the fitness industry19:45 - How Locker Room stands out from regular gyms24:30 - Lachlan’s personal training routine and mindset28:55 - The power of discipline and structure32:10 - Advice for coaches and gym owners36:45 - Building systems that scale41:00 - Balancing ambition with recovery45:25 - What high performers do differently50:10 - Rapid-fire questions52:50 - Where to find Lachlan Rowston54:00 - Outro#LachlanRowston #LockerRoomGym #PerformanceThatMatters #TheFightDietitian #FitnessBusiness #MindMuscleProject #GymOwner #Entrepreneurship #Podcast
Jordan Sullivan is the Founder of TFD and one of Australia's most successful High-Performance Dietitian's. He has worked with UFC World Champions, Olympians, Australian's of the Year, Hollywood Actors, Top CEOs, and many high performers to help them achieve their physical and mental best. This podcast ignites conversations from world leading experts and distills it into simple to understand information to give you the blueprint to perform at your best.
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