# You Can’t Out-Train a Bad Diet: Performance Nutrition That Actually Works

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Podcast: [Sharpening Your Edge](https://stenobird.com/podcast/sharpening-your-edge-7486904)
Published: 2026-01-19T08:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://tkbpodcaststudio.com/sharpening-your-edge/nick-barringer
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Hydration, sleep, carbs, creatine—what actually matters? We cut through the noise and talk performance nutrition that works in the real world, whether you’re at a tournament, on the road, or squeezing games into a busy weekend. Bio Nick Barringer, Ph.D., is a tactical nutritional physiologist with a wealth of applied and academic experience. He previously served as the director of the U.S. Military-Baylor University Graduate Program in Nutrition. He also served as an assistant professor at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, N.Y.. Barringer was the first active duty dietitian to graduate from the rigorous U.S. Army Ranger School and serve with the 75th Ranger Regiment. He received his undergraduate degree in dietetics from the University of Georgia and his doctorate in kinesiology from Texas A&M. Barringer has presented at national and international conferences on tactical athlete nutrition and performance. His research has appeared in multiple media outlets such as Science Daily and Men's Journal . Takeaways: In this episode, Dr. Nick Barringer elucidates the significance of tactical nutrition for performance in athletes, emphasizing that proper fueling is paramount for optimal output. Dr. Barringer shares his unique journey from a struggling athlete to a leading expert in tactical nutrition, highlighting the transformative power of knowledge and experience. The discussion encompasses practical advice on hydration, detailing how to monitor fluid loss and the crucial steps to ensure adequate hydration for athletes during training and competition. A central theme emerges regarding the importance of establishing healthy nutritional habits early in life, which can significantly impact an athlete's long-term performance and health. Dr. Barringer stresses the evolv…

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