Triathlon Nutrition Blog

n=1 The Power of Personalised Nutrition for Triathletes Jan 02, 2026

Triathletes, you train hard, invest in gear and follow structured programs, yet you might still be underperforming on race day. Why? Because you're relying on generic nutrition advice that doesn’t match your unique physiology.

This blog dives into the power of "N=1" – the scientific principle that ...

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How Brian Fuelled a 45-Minute 70.3 PB Through Total Life Chaos Dec 12, 2025

Are you a time-poor triathlete juggling family, work and training?

Meet Brian Joseph – a full-time professional, dad of three and Triathlon Nutrition Academy (TNA) graduate who recently shaved 45 minutes off his 70.3 PB. All while navigating a year of sleep deprivation, sick kids and a wife travell...

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GLP-1s and Endurance Performance: What Athletes Need to Know Dec 10, 2025

GLP-1 receptor agonists like semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) have quickly gained attention for their dramatic effects on weight loss and appetite control. But what happens when these medications enter the world of endurance sport? For triathletes and other athletes training long hours and pushing perf...

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Seven Tips to Navigate Alcohol and the Festive Season Without Sabotaging Your Performance Dec 05, 2025
 Triathletes, don’t let silly season slip-ups undo all your hard work

It’s that time of year again. Race season is in full swing here in Australia, and the Christmas parties are coming in hot. Meanwhile, our northern hemisphere triathletes are deep into off-season base building or burie...

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Iron Cowboy: What It Takes to Do 100 Ironmans in 100 Days Nov 28, 2025

If you're a triathlete, you've likely heard of James Lawrence — aka the Iron Cowboy. Completing one Ironman is impressive. Doing 100 of them, on 100 consecutive days? That's next-level bonkers.

But what does it actually take to fuel such a feat? And what can everyday age group triathletes learn fro...

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How to Train and Perform with Type 1 Diabetes: What Every Triathlete Needs to Know Nov 21, 2025

Training with Type 1 Diabetes? Here's What You Need to Know

For triathletes living with type 1 diabetes (T1D), training isn’t just about nailing swim-bike-run. There’s a fourth leg that adds another layer of complexity: glucose management.

This blog dives into key takeaways from Episode 216 of the...

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Meet Kelly Estes – Chief Operating Officer at Dietitian Approved Nov 17, 2025

A new chapter for Dietitian Approved.

We’re thrilled to share some exciting news! Kelly Estes has joined Dietitian Approved as our Chief Operating Officer (COO).

Kelly isn’t new to our community. He’s a Triathlon Nutrition Academy alumnus and passionate advocate for triathlon nutrition education. ...

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From Sidelines to Start Lines: How Nutrition Helped Brian Bounce Back from ACL Surgery Nov 14, 2025

Triathletes, are you sidelined with an injury? You train hard, race harder, but when injury strikes, it can feel like everything comes to a screeching halt. That was Brian's reality after tearing his ACL in a backyard basketball game. But just nine months later, he’s back in the saddle, smashing 90k...

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Sweat Science: The Truth About Electrolytes and Hydration for Triathletes Nov 06, 2025

Are electrolyte drinks helping your training or just making expensive pee?

If you're a triathlete, you've seen the pastel-coloured powders and slick marketing promising better hydration, more energy and faster recovery. But here's the truth: most of it is hype. For endurance athletes, hydration is ...

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The Gut Microbiome Explained: Is It the Missing Link in Your Triathlon Performance? Oct 31, 2025

If you're a triathlete training hard but not quite nailing your performance, your gut might be holding you back. Gut health is more than a wellness buzzword—it’s emerging research shows it plays a pivotal role in how you recover, adapt and perform.

In this blog, you'll learn:

  • What the gut microb...
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Do You Really Need Electrolyte Drinks? The Truth About Hydration for Triathletes Oct 28, 2025

Electrolyte drinks are everywhere right now.

They're popping up on podcasts, in influencer morning routines and on supermarket shelves.

But are they really necessary for everyone?

I recently spoke with the Australian Financial Review about this exact question for their article, “Electrolyte Drin...

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Back of the Pack? Why You Still Need to Nail Your Triathlon Nutrition Oct 24, 2025

Back of the Pack? Why You Still Need to Nail Your Triathlon Nutrition

If you’re an age-group triathlete who proudly races from the back of the pack, you might think nutrition isn’t as important for you. Maybe you’ve thought, “I’m not fast enough to need gels” or “I’ll just eat some real food on the...

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