Creatine has been making headlines lately, and for good reason. It’s one of the most researched supplements out there, yet athletes are still bombarded with confusing claims and gimmicky products.

That’s why I was thrilled to be featured as an expert source in an ABC News article by journalist Paige Cockburn, cutting through the hype to explain what actually works (and what doesn’t) when it comes to creatine.

A few key points: 

• Creatine can support strength and performance when used correctly.
• Not all forms are created equal. Gummies in particular often underdose the amount needed (if they contain any creatine at all!).
• Marketing can be misleading, so athletes need to know what actually works.

You can read the full article here.

My Perspective as a Sports Dietitian

As an Advanced Sports Dietitian and triathlete myself, I see athletes wasting money on products that don’t deliver results. Creatine has potential benefits, but it’s not a magic bullet. It’s about knowing if it’...

You’ve got all the gear. Your bike’s dialled. Your training plan is on point. But you’re dragging yourself through every session, and that spark you had at the start of the season? Gone.

You're constantly tired. Recovery is slow. Motivation is slipping.

Or maybe you’re still going through the motions—green boxes in TrainingPeaks, ticking off sessions—but when it comes to your nutrition, you're winging it. Buying every new gel and powder that hits the shelves hoping something sticks.

Sound familiar?

Here’s the hard truth: your nutrition is probably holding you back.

Most triathletes don’t have a solid, structured plan to fuel their training. But when you get it right—when you fuel properly for the right session, recover like a pro, and stop guessing—it changes everything. You’ll train harder, recover faster, and race like the athlete you know you can be.

Here are five red flags your nutrition is letting you down—plus what to do about it.

1. You’re Always Tired

Yes, triathlon tra...