{"podcast":{"title":"Feisty Women's Performance","slug":"feisty-women-s-performance-3663324","podcast_index_feed_id":3663324,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/the-womens-performance-podcast/","website_url":"https://livefeisty.com/category/podcasts/feisty-womens-performance-podcast/","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/d900689b-0109-41e0-bef3-04f537897623/Copy-of-Feisty-Womens-Performance-Podcast-Series-Template-1.jpg","author":"Dr. Erin Ayala","episode_count":195,"summary":"Tired of fads, quick fixes, and performance advice that wasn’t designed for you? So are we. Feisty Women’s Performance cuts through the noise to bring you credible, science-backed insights to live your best, healthiest, active life. Hosted by Dr. Erin Ayala, this is your go-to resource for tackling the challenges of being an active woman today—whether you’re hoping to PR your next marathon or just trying to understand how much protein women actually need to be eating. We’ll move beyond the male-dominated lens of sport science to deliver honest conversations and actionable advice from women for women, to improve women’s health. Each episode dives deep into one of our four pillars—physiology, nutrition, mental health, and cultural issues—with leading experts to explore topics that are often left undiscussed. If you’re an active woman who cares about your sustainable health, performance growth, and long-term progress, these conversations are for you. No fads, no quick fixes. Just real science and legit experts. Re-launching January 2026.","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/feisty-women-s-performance-3663324"},"episode":{"title":"Every athlete should know these signs of under-fueling with Rebecca McConville","slug":"every-athlete-should-know-these-signs-of-under-fueling-with-rebecca-mcconville","published_at":"2026-05-11T08:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/feisty-women-s-performance-3663324/every-athlete-should-know-these-signs-of-under-fueling-with-rebecca-mcconville","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/feisty-women-s-performance-3663324","url":"https://livefeisty.com/category/podcasts/feisty-womens-performance-podcast/","audio_url":"https://pdst.fm/e/pscrb.fm/rss/p/pdcn.co/e/episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d15368d3-b259-4e6c-89ea-3c81bc57b19f.mp3","summary":"You probably *think* you're eating enough. But are you? In today's episode, Dr. Erin Ayala talks with performance dietitian and eating‑disorder specialist Rebecca McConville about Low Energy Availability (LEA) and Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED‑S) — and how even athletes (especially female athletes!) who think they're fueling enough might not be for the amount of activity they're doing. Rebecca breaks down the science behind LEA/RED‑S, shares practical strategies for athletes and coaches to identify and prevent under‑fueling, and explains how to create sustainable, performance‑enhancing nutrition plans. Key takeaways: LEA/RED‑S is actually a continuum of under‑fueling that can affect athletes of any size, not just “thin” competitors. Early warning signs include subtle changes in mood, sleep, menstrual cycles, bone health, and performance plateaus. Use the “energy bank” analogy (deposits vs. withdrawals) to understand deficits. Practical fueling hacks: portable “snacker boxes,” energy‑dense smoothies, and scheduled micro‑meals for busy women. A year‑long recovery roadmap (baseline assessment → acute intervention → long‑term monitoring) helps sustain health and performance. Rebecca McConville is a performance dietitian, eating‑disorder specialist, and author of Finding Your Sweet Spot . She helps athletes recognize, diagnose, and treat LEA/RED‑S through evidence‑based nutrition and holistic coaching. Links & Resources Rebecca’s website & email: AskMe@BeccaMcConville.com Read the book: Finding Your Sweet Spot Follow her on Instagram: @rebeccaeddietitian Join Feisty at the Grand Traverse in Duluth, MN on October 3rd! Use code FEISTY20 for $20 off when you register at https://feisty.co/events/the-grand-traverse Sign up to Receive The Feisty Women's Perform…","meta_description":"You probably *think* you're eating enough. But are you? 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