Stop Chasing Products: Build a Fueling and Hydration System That Works Ep 146

Find Your Edge: Training, Nutrition + Longevity for Endurance Athletes · Jun 4, 2026 · 9m · transcript

Why do so many endurance athletes struggle with cramping, GI distress, dehydration, and race-day fueling?

Because they're asking the wrong question.

Instead of asking:

"What's the best gel?"

"What's the best electrolyte?"

"What's the best sports drink?"

Coach Chris Newport encourages athletes to ask:

"What does my body actually need?"

In this episode, you'll learn:

why chasing products rarely works

how sweat testing changes everything

why fluid, sodium, and carb needs are unique

how to build a fueling and hydration system

why accountability and testing matter

how to stop guessing and start…