Nutritional Revolution Podcast

Kyla Channell, MSc Nutrition & Human Performance
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Nutritional Revolution (NR) was created when owner Kyla Channell saw that there was a true disconnect between daily nutrition and nutrition for athletes. Specifically on when and how to use specific fueling methods to achieve optimal performance as well as health in their sport. NR believes that any one person no matter their age, weight, or current struggle can make healthy changes to improve their well being and get closer to their goals through education, motivation, support, encouragement, and the right guidance. In this podcast, we go beyond food & nutrition; we also explore the best practices for better living. 

  1. From Boston to Leadville: Adrian MacDonald Shares Strategies for Altitude, Fueling & Ultramarathon Success

    2D AGO

    From Boston to Leadville: Adrian MacDonald Shares Strategies for Altitude, Fueling & Ultramarathon Success

    Send a text In episode #177 we spoke with ultrarunner Adrian MacDonald about practical insights on altitude adaptation, fueling strategies, injury prevention, and mental prep for ultrarunning. In this episode: How he conquered Leadville, twiceFueling strategies: carbs, hydration, gut trainingThe importance of PT exercises, injury management, and recovery routinesAdrian began running competitively as a sophomore in high school in Massachusetts in 2004 and quickly developed a love for all forms of the sport. After moving to Fort Collins, Colorado in the fall of 2016, he discovered a deep passion for running in the mountains. That passion fully took shape when the COVID-19 pandemic canceled the 2020 Boston Marathon, prompting a shift in his training toward mountain, trail, and ultrarunning. With a new focus, Adrian set his sights on the 2021 Leadville Trail 100. Years of experience and key moments along his running journey suggested success was possible, and those expectations were realized as he earned the 5th fastest time in the race’s history at that time. Training for Leadville marked one of the most meaningful periods of his life, deepening his love for the outdoors and the trail running community.  Beyond personal competition, Adrian is committed to giving back to the running community, serving on the board of the Fort Collins Running Club, volunteering at local races, and coaching fellow athletes.  Please note that this podcast is created strictly for educational purposes and should never be used for medical diagnosis or treatment. Follow Adrian: IG: https://www.instagram.com/macdonaldadrian/Strava: strava.com/athletes/8368561YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AdrianMacdonaldMentioned: Carbs Fuel: https://amzn.to/3PcgWFIEpisode #158 w/ Anna Gibson: https://nutritional-revolution.com/podcasts/from-trail-running-to-gravel-grinding-anna-gibsons-journey-to-peak-performance/Momentous Elite Sleep Capsules: https://go.shopmy.us/p-46721249Compression Boots: https://go.shopmy.us/p-46724667On running shorts: https://go.shopmy.us/p-46725565MORE NR Save 10% on our website with code NEWPOD10 Apply to work with us, click here: https://nutritional-revolution.com/ Interested in having your biomarkers or nutrigenomics checked? Email us at nutritionalrev@gmail.com Follow us @nutritionalrevolution Save 20% on supplements at our trusted online source: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/kchannell Join Nutritional Revolution's The Feed Club to get $20 off with an extra $20 Feed credit drop every 90 days.: https://thefeed.com/teams/nutritional-revolution Shop NR founder Kyla Channell's top picks: https://shopmy.us/shop/nutrev If you're interested in sponsoring Nutritional Revolution Podcast, shoot us an email at nutritionalrev@gmail.com.

    53 min
  2. Train Like a Warfighter: Tactical Nutrition for Extreme Performance with Dr. Nick Barringer

    MAR 3

    Train Like a Warfighter: Tactical Nutrition for Extreme Performance with Dr. Nick Barringer

    Send a text In episode #176 we spoke with Dr. Nick Barringer, sharing his extensive research on readiness, dehydration in cold climates, innovative supplements, military performance nutrition, environmental physiology, and hydration strategies. Dr. Barringer is a highly accomplished expert in kinesiology, nutrition, and performance optimization. He holds a Ph.D. in Kinesiology from Texas A&M University, along with advanced degrees in exercise science and dietetics. As a Registered Dietitian, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Performance Enhancement Specialist, and Specialist in Sports Dietetics, Dr. Barringer has contributed significantly to military and tactical nutrition research, serving in leadership and academic roles across the U.S. Army, including as Program Director for the Army-Baylor Graduate Program in Nutrition and Assistant Professor at West Point. His extensive military background includes elite training such as Ranger School and Airborne School, earning numerous commendations, including the Legion of Merit and Bronze Star Medal. Dr. Barringer has played a pivotal role in advancing performance nutrition through research, securing grants, and publishing extensively in peer-reviewed journals.  Please note that this podcast is created strictly for educational purposes and should never be used for medical diagnosis or treatment. Mentioned: Bubs NaturalsTart cherry supplementation studyOmega-3 studyVitamin D and depressionUS Army Research InstituteArm immersion - coolingWarming the armIs drinking to thirst optimum?Dr. Harris Lieberman x TyrosineL-TyrosineRhodiolaPR Lotion, Sodium BicarbonateMORE NR Save 10% on our website with code NEWPOD10 Apply to work with us, click here: https://nutritional-revolution.com/ Interested in having your biomarkers or nutrigenomics checked? Email us at nutritionalrev@gmail.com Follow us @nutritionalrevolution Save 20% on supplements at our trusted online source: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/kchannell Join Nutritional Revolution's The Feed Club to get $20 off with an extra $20 Feed credit drop every 90 days.: https://thefeed.com/teams/nutritional-revolution Shop NR founder Kyla Channell's top picks: https://shopmy.us/shop/nutrev If you're interested in sponsoring Nutritional Revolution Podcast, shoot us an email at nutritionalrev@gmail.com.

    53 min
  3. Crushing the Triple Crown of 200s: Manu Vilaseca’s Blueprint for Recovery, Real Food & Relentless Mindset

    FEB 24

    Crushing the Triple Crown of 200s: Manu Vilaseca’s Blueprint for Recovery, Real Food & Relentless Mindset

    Send a text In episode #175 we discover how one of the world's top ultrarunners, Manuela Vilaseca, trains, fuels, and recovers for back-to-back 200-mile races. She shares her secrets on managing nutrition in ultra-distance events, strategies for mental resilience, and balancing a busy coaching career with endurance pursuits Breaking the Triple Crown 200 series record in 2025, and managing mental focus as a full-time business owner and coachNutrition strategies: real food vs sports nutritionOvercoming GI issuesHydration management: balancing salt intake and managing sweat lossRecovery habits post-race: yoga, mobility, and mental strategiesManuela Vilaseca is one of the most accomplished trail and ultra runners in the world, with a long, diverse history in sport, competing since 2011. With two top 10 finishes at the Ultra Trail Mont Blanc, a top-ten Ultra Trail World Tour ranking, multiple wins, course records, and podium finishes, as well as most recently crushing the record for the Triple Crown of 200s in 2025, she is truly one of the most versatile athletes in the sport. Born and raised at sea level in Brazil, Manu has a unique ability to compete without training at altitude, separating her from others in the front of the pack. She attributes this ability to her multi-disciplinary training which includes trail running, cycling, and yoga. Manu's lifetime of experience has helped her become fluent in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and Catalan. She is a United Endurance Sports Coaching Academy certified coach with Peak Run Performance coaching team, where she works with athletes from all over the world in multiple languages. She is also a certified personal trainer and yoga instructor. She enjoys sharing what she has learned through her own running journey and finds immense value in sharing her training philosophies, multi-sport approach and means of maintaining a positive mindset with her athletes. Please note that this podcast is created strictly for educational purposes and should never be used for medical diagnosis or treatment. Follow Manu:  IG: www.instagram.com/manuvilasecaCoaching: www.peakrunperformance.com/coachesMentioned: Tailwind: go.shopmy.us/p-44478585Clif Bloks: amzn.to/4r54QvCCheese crisps (crackers): amzn.to/40rzLHhMamma Chia: amzn.to/3OxCOLGMORE NR Save 10% on our website with code NEWPOD10 Apply to work with us, click here: https://nutritional-revolution.com/ Interested in having your biomarkers or nutrigenomics checked? Email us at nutritionalrev@gmail.com Follow us @nutritionalrevolution Save 20% on supplements at our trusted online source: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/kchannell Join Nutritional Revolution's The Feed Club to get $20 off with an extra $20 Feed credit drop every 90 days.: https://thefeed.com/teams/nutritional-revolution Shop NR founder Kyla Channell's top picks: https://shopmy.us/shop/nutrev If you're interested in sponsoring Nutritional Revolution Podcast, shoot us an email at nutritionalrev@gmail.com.

    50 min
  4. Deficit Without Decline: How Low Energy Rewires Muscle Protein and Mitochondria

    FEB 17

    Deficit Without Decline: How Low Energy Rewires Muscle Protein and Mitochondria

    Send a text In episode #174 we discussed Dr. Jose Areta's latest research, including: How energy deficits influence muscle protein synthesis and qualityThe role of mitochondrial proteins and their upregulation during energy restrictionPractical implications for timing and periodization of caloric deficits in training cyclesHormonal signals and their interaction with muscle adaptation during energy deficitsAssociate Professor Dr. José L. Areta is a leading scholar in Exercise Metabolism and Nutrition in the School of Sport and Exercise Sciences at Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU). His research investigates how nutrition and exercise interact to influence both performance and health. He focuses on the timing and composition of macronutrients — carbohydrates, proteins, and fats — and how they affect training adaptation. José also examines the role of dietary supplements in optimizing athletic performance, as well as the endocrine and metabolic consequences of energy restriction, particularly low energy availability. He has contributed influential studies on how severe calorie deficits combined with exercise can alter muscle quality and metabolism. José’s work links cellular-level changes in muscle to practical nutrition strategies for athletes facing weight-sensitive sports or energy restriction. Please note that this podcast is created strictly for educational purposes and should never be used for medical diagnosis or treatment. Follow Jose Areta's research:  Study discussed, Endocrine, Metabolic, and Skeletal Muscle Proteomic Responses During Energy Deficit With Concomitant Aerobic Exercise in Humans: https://faseb.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1096/fj.202502384RRIG: https://www.instagram.com/jose_l_aretaWeb: https://profiles.ljmu.ac.uk/13460-jose-aretaResearch: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=8tP0vzUAAAAJ&hl=enMentioned: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis on the Association and Differences between Aerobic Threshold and Pint of Optimal Fat OxidationCreatineBeta-alanineMORE NR Save 10% on our website with code NEWPOD10 Apply to work with us, click here: https://nutritional-revolution.com/ Interested in having your biomarkers or nutrigenomics checked? Email us at nutritionalrev@gmail.com Follow us @nutritionalrevolution Save 20% on supplements at our trusted online source: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/kchannell Join Nutritional Revolution's The Feed Club to get $20 off with an extra $20 Feed credit drop every 90 days.: https://thefeed.com/teams/nutritional-revolution Shop NR founder Kyla Channell's top picks: https://shopmy.us/shop/nutrev If you're interested in sponsoring Nutritional Revolution Podcast, shoot us an email at nutritionalrev@gmail.com.

    57 min
  5. Mind Over Miles: Pro Gravel Cyclist Haley Smith on Fueling Smart and Racing Strong

    FEB 10

    Mind Over Miles: Pro Gravel Cyclist Haley Smith on Fueling Smart and Racing Strong

    Send a text In episode #173 we talked with pro gravel cyclist Haley Smith about: How her mental health journey intersected with cyclingEvolving nutrition and hydration strategies for different terrains and climatesFuel choices: gels, drink mixes, and handling GI issues on the bikeMental resilience: mantras and race-day strategiesHaley Smith is a professional off-road cyclist and Olympian from Canada. Her biggest accomplishments on the bike include an Elite Mountain Bike World Cup podium, a bronze medal at the Commonwealth Games, multiple national championship titles, and winning the inaugural Life Time Grand Prix. Off the bike, she is very vocal about mental health and issues associated with RED-S. Haley hold a MSc in Sport Psychology from Queen’s University, and is currently a PhD student in the same discipline.  Please note that this podcast is created strictly for educational purposes and should never be used for medical diagnosis or treatment. Follow Haley:  IG: www.instagram.com/haleyhuntersmithWeb: https://www.haleyhuntersmith.com/Mentioned: First Endurance Sour Watermelon: https://amzn.to/4aag1hlFirst Endurance Liquid Shots: https://amzn.to/3Zt233SJoin Nutritional Revolution's The Feed Club to get $20 off with an additional $20 Feed credit drop every 90 days.: https://thefeed.com/teams/nutritional-revolution23andMe: https://amzn.to/3NZQoanBob's Red Mill GF Pancake Mix: https://amzn.to/4rkD9zuAnnie's GF Mac and Cheese: https://amzn.to/4akPL2nQueen Street Bakery: https://amzn.to/4aI8juMTo get your labs tested, email amanda.p@nutritional-revolution.comMORE NR Save 10% on our website with code NEWPOD10 Apply to work with us, click here: https://nutritional-revolution.com/ Interested in having your biomarkers or nutrigenomics checked? Email us at nutritionalrev@gmail.com Follow us @nutritionalrevolution Save 20% on supplements at our trusted online source: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/kchannell Join Nutritional Revolution's The Feed Club to get $20 off with an extra $20 Feed credit drop every 90 days.: https://thefeed.com/teams/nutritional-revolution Shop NR founder Kyla Channell's top picks: https://shopmy.us/shop/nutrev If you're interested in sponsoring Nutritional Revolution Podcast, shoot us an email at nutritionalrev@gmail.com.

    51 min
  6. What If Your Shoes Could Coach You? Inside Avelo’s Smart Shoe Running Tech

    FEB 3

    What If Your Shoes Could Coach You? Inside Avelo’s Smart Shoe Running Tech

    Send a text In episode #172 we talked with Avelo Running founder Royi Metser about: The motivation behind creating a sensor-enabled smart running shoe, and how continuous biomechanical data can reduce injury riskThe design and engineering of the Avelo Super Trainer One, and how the shoe's sensor detects ground reaction forces and fatigue patternsThe significance of impact, cadence, and terrain in runningThe future of data compilation from a smart running shoeRoyi Metser is the Founder & CEO of Avelo Running, on a mission to help every runner run faster, stronger, and more resiliently by building the world's smartest running shoe. Please note that this podcast is created strictly for educational purposes and should never be used for medical diagnosis or treatment. Follow Royi and Avelo Running:  IG: www.instagram.com/royimetserAvelo Running IG: www.instagram.com/avelorunningWeb: www.AveloRunning.com/nutritionalrevMentioned: Inside Tracker: Contact us for a special offer on Inside Tracker testing, amanda.p@nutritional-revolution.com!Garmin: https://amzn.to/4rru4EGOura Ring: https://amzn.to/3ZfpjSNWhoop: https://amzn.to/4qfBNVARunning injury related papers:https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0976566224002315https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/1439399/https://www.jospt.org/doi/10.2519/jospt.2023.11959Pronation studieshttps://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10672250/https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/sports-and-active-living/articles/10.3389/fspor.2025.1682315/fullhttps://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0966636224007379MORE NR Save 10% on our website with code NEWPOD10 Apply to work with us, click here: https://nutritional-revolution.com/ Interested in having your biomarkers or nutrigenomics checked? Email us at nutritionalrev@gmail.com Follow us @nutritionalrevolution Save 20% on supplements at our trusted online source: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/kchannell Join Nutritional Revolution's The Feed Club to get $20 off with an extra $20 Feed credit drop every 90 days.: https://thefeed.com/teams/nutritional-revolution Shop NR founder Kyla Channell's top picks: https://shopmy.us/shop/nutrev If you're interested in sponsoring Nutritional Revolution Podcast, shoot us an email at nutritionalrev@gmail.com.

    53 min
  7. Eat to Endure: Dean Karnazes on Ultra Running Nutrition Without Burnout

    JAN 27

    Eat to Endure: Dean Karnazes on Ultra Running Nutrition Without Burnout

    Send a text In episode #171 we talked with the Ultramarathon Man, Dean Karnazes about How nutrient-dense food and recovery have kept him injury-freeIntuitive eating supporting performance and agingMental Mastery in EnduranceNamed by TIME as one of the “100 Most Influential People in the World,” Greek-American Dean Karnazes has pushed his body and mind to inconceivable limits. He once ran 50 marathons, in all 50 US states, in 50 consecutive days. He’s run across the Sahara Desert and run a marathon to the South Pole. He’s run a 200-mile relay race solo, 10 times. An acclaimed endurance athlete and NY Times bestselling author, coach and speaker, he’s won the Badwater Ultramarathon, running 135 miles nonstop across Death Valley during summer, and has raced and competed on all seven continents, twice. Dean is an ESPN ESPY winner, a 3-time recipient of Competitor magazine's Endurance Athlete of the Year award and has served as a US Athlete Ambassador on three Sports Diplomacy envoys. He’s twice carried the Olympic Torch and is a recipient of the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness and Nutrition Lifetime Achievement Award. Dean has been featured in TIME, Newsweek, The NY Times, Forbes, the LA Times, The Today Show, 60 Minutes, The Late Show with David Letterman, CBS News, CNN, ESPN, NPR, Late Night with Conan O’Brien, the BBC, and now the Nutritional Revolution podcast.  He remains most proud of his ongoing contributions of time and funding to programs aimed at getting kids outdoors and active. He has raised millions for charity and served on the Board of Girls on the Run, an international organization that helps young girls learn valuable life skills through training and completing a 5K. Please note that this podcast is created strictly for educational purposes and should never be used for medical diagnosis or treatment. Follow :  IG: instagram.com/ultramarathonWeb: ultramarathonman.com/Read Dean's BooksMentioned: Hammer Perpetuem SolidsKillian Korth Episode: nutritional-revolution.com/podcasts/kilian-korths-triple-crown-of-200s-quest-nutrition-and-mindset-for-the-win/Run the Athens Marathon with DeanMORE NR Save 10% on our website with code NEWPOD10 Apply to work with us, click here: https://nutritional-revolution.com/ Interested in having your biomarkers or nutrigenomics checked? Email us at nutritionalrev@gmail.com Follow us @nutritionalrevolution Save 20% on supplements at our trusted online source: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/kchannell Join Nutritional Revolution's The Feed Club to get $20 off with an extra $20 Feed credit drop every 90 days.: https://thefeed.com/teams/nutritional-revolution Shop NR founder Kyla Channell's top picks: https://shopmy.us/shop/nutrev If you're interested in sponsoring Nutritional Revolution Podcast, shoot us an email at nutritionalrev@gmail.com.

    46 min
  8. The Protein Playbook: Dr. David Church Explains Muscle Health for Athletes

    JAN 20

    The Protein Playbook: Dr. David Church Explains Muscle Health for Athletes

    Send a text In episode #170 we spoke with researcher Dr. David Church about: The crucial role of muscle protein synthesis in endurance athletesThe role of essential amino acids on muscle growth and recoveryThe impact of sleep deprivation on muscle recovery and performance.Dr. David Church, the Director of the Center for Translational Research in Aging & Longevity at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, College of Medicine. Dr. Church obtained his bachelor’s degree in exercise science and biochemistry from DePauw University where he played football and baseball. He was an athletic performance intern at Baylor University where he studied exercise and nutritional biochemistry. He obtained his PhD from the University of Central Florida with a focus on enhancing human performance through exercise and nutrition and completed his post-doctoral fellowship in stable-isotope tracer methodology under the mentorship of Drs. Robert R. Wolfe and Arny Ferrando. He has led multiple trials investigating energy restriction in healthy and clinical populations including two active trials on individuals prescribed GLP-1RA’s. He has been recognized for his work with the Nutrition Research Achievement Award from the National Strength and Conditioning Society, the Vernon Young International Award for Amino Acid Research from the American Society for Nutrition, and a Fellow of the International Society of Sports Nutrition. Please note that this podcast is created strictly for educational purposes and should never be used for medical diagnosis or treatment. Follow Dr. Church: InstagramWebMentioned: Dr. Dan MooreDr. Mikkel OxfeldtSleep studies:pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7785053/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6917985/Dr. Shiloah KviatkovskyDr. Keith Barr, NR episode 82, collagenWhey Protein IsolateMORE NR Save 10% on our website with code NEWPOD10 Apply to work with us, click here: https://nutritional-revolution.com/ Interested in having your biomarkers or nutrigenomics checked? Email us at nutritionalrev@gmail.com Follow us @nutritionalrevolution Save 20% on supplements at our trusted online source: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/kchannell Join Nutritional Revolution's The Feed Club to get $20 off with an extra $20 Feed credit drop every 90 days.: https://thefeed.com/teams/nutritional-revolution Shop NR founder Kyla Channell's top picks: https://shopmy.us/shop/nutrev If you're interested in sponsoring Nutritional Revolution Podcast, shoot us an email at nutritionalrev@gmail.com.

    49 min
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Nutritional Revolution (NR) was created when owner Kyla Channell saw that there was a true disconnect between daily nutrition and nutrition for athletes. Specifically on when and how to use specific fueling methods to achieve optimal performance as well as health in their sport. NR believes that any one person no matter their age, weight, or current struggle can make healthy changes to improve their well being and get closer to their goals through education, motivation, support, encouragement, and the right guidance. In this podcast, we go beyond food & nutrition; we also explore the best practices for better living. 

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  • Creator
    Kyla Channell, MSc Nutrition & Human Performance
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    184
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Nutritional Revolution Podcast
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