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Afternoon Snack

Meredith Root and Alex Parker
  • 4.8 (215)
  • NUTRITION
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Alex Parker and Meredith Root’s Afternoon Snack Podcast invites you to join in on conversations where science, culture, and philosophy meet practical personal advice and experience that everyone needs to hear. They ask the big and small questions to get you thinking while injecting a hefty amount of personal experience and banter as partners in life, business, and sport. New episodes every Wednesday.

  1. 5D AGO

    Life Lately: An Unfiltered Update

    This one's for The Mollys! In this episode, we give you the low down on what we've been up to and what we are working hard on personally, professionally, and athletically. At the top of that list is a very small, very needy little fur ball. 💪 Train With Us: Get access to expertly designed daily workouts at ⁠www.tacticworksout.com⁠ 🥦 Need Personalized Nutrition Support? Work 1-on-1 with a coach to tailor your nutrition to your goals at ⁠www.tacticmethod.com⁠ 💥 Want More? Get bonus episodes, exclusive content, and behind-the-scenes access by supporting us on Patreon 👉 ⁠www.patreon.com/teamtactic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 16m

  2. OCT 29

    Back to Basics: Nutrition Basics for Everyday Athletes

    Whether you lift weights, run, bike, or do all of the above, your body needs the right fuel. In this episode, we are breaking down the core nutrition principles every active person should know. What you’ll learn: How to balance carbs, protein, and fats for performance What and when to eat around workouts Key micronutrients for energy and recovery Hydration and electrolyte tips Common myths about workout nutrition 🔗 Resources Mentioned: Precision Nutrition: Macronutrient Basics International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN) Position Stand on Protein Eatright.org – Nutrition Tips for Active People Hydration Guidelines – National Academy of Sports Medicine Micronutrient Recommendations – NIH Office of Dietary Supplements No gimmicks, no tricks, no short cuts! Just real good basic information to help you get the most out of the movement you love to do. 🎧 Listen now and fuel up! 💪 Train With Us: Get access to expertly designed daily workouts at www.tacticworksout.com 🥦 Need Personalized Nutrition Support? Work 1-on-1 with a coach to tailor your nutrition to your goals at www.tacticmethod.com 💥 Want More? Get bonus episodes, exclusive content, and behind-the-scenes access by supporting us on Patreon 👉 www.patreon.com/teamtactic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 33m
  3. Social Media Blast from the Past - Regrets and Redos

    OCT 22

    Social Media Blast from the Past - Regrets and Redos

    In this episode, we take a very cringy walk down memory lane as we reflect on our social media presence and posts from yester-year and how we have grown and evolved to our stances on similar topics today. You can find the mentioned social media posts in order here: https://www.instagram.com/p/CREh-rpBnnm/?igsh=MXhvbjUzMDI1YnZqdA== https://www.instagram.com/p/BuC7xgPAfgO/?igsh=ZmR4OTI3NzE1eXBz https://www.instagram.com/p/BtYnIc5gF7Z/?igsh=dHl1NDUzMnRhOWZu https://www.instagram.com/p/B3KRvgjAcM2/?igsh=MWJqdzcxZGFmdjJqag== https://www.instagram.com/p/B4yCl5AAgP5/?igsh=bDJnbTE1dDFzZndx https://www.instagram.com/p/B52rMFlANgc/?igsh=MmdtOGl3aDNvbXFq https://www.instagram.com/p/B6_NUTegc4M/?igsh=cHF3Nmk4NTc4Ynp4 https://www.instagram.com/p/B7_eJlCnZ8t/?igsh=MTEwbmgwZWJhbWMyYw== https://www.instagram.com/p/B9DifKTnqt4/?igsh=MWozejdrejU0OWFtaw== You can support us on Patreon AND get access to members' only content by ⁠⁠⁠clicking here⁠⁠⁠. If you want to work with us, you can check out our ⁠⁠⁠nutrition coaching⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠fitness programming⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 21m

  4. OCT 15

    The Road to Wilmington 70.3 - Training Reflections and Tri Prep Tips

    In this episode, we dive deep into Alex's training and prep for her second Half-Ironman. Wilmington 70.3 comes almost a year after Indian Wells 70.3 and offers an enormous opportunity for improvement. Some of the topics we discuss: Sustainability in training for long events Overcoming setbacks in the process Nutrition lessons and best practices Gear recommendations Advice for novice racers and a lot more! Follow along on October 25th as Alex takes on this challenge! -- You can support us on Patreon AND get access to members' only content by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠clicking here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you want to work with us, you can check out our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠nutrition coaching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠fitness programming⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 23m

  5. OCT 8 · BONUS • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Stay Salty - The New Science on Sodium and Electrolytes in Sports

    In this subscriber only episode, we dive into the science on sodium and electrolyte use in sports and athletes. Where did the current recommendations come from and do they even align with the most up-to-date research? And how much does personal preference and intuition play a role in what a person should do from a supplementation standpoint?A lot of this may surprise you but we hope you find this topic and research as fascinating as we do! While salt may be a simple molecule, the application for athletes can get a little complex! Citations: McCubbin AJ. Modelling sodium requirements of athletes across a variety of exercise scenarios - Identifying when to test and target, or season to taste. Eur J Sport Sci. 2023 Jun;23(6):992-1000. doi: 10.1080/17461391.2022.2083526. Epub 2022 Jun 13. PMID: 35616504. McCubbin AJ, da Costa RJS. Effect of Personalized Sodium Replacement on Fluid and Sodium Balance and Thermophysiological Strain During and After Ultraendurance Running in the Heat. Int J Sports Physiol Perform. 2023 Nov 9;19(2):105-115. doi: 10.1123/ijspp.2023-0295. PMID: 37944507. Nilssen, Paal K. BA*; Johnson, Kasey B. MD*; Hiller, W. Douglas B. MD*; Miller, Thomas K. MD†; Connolly, Christopher P. PhD. Exercise-Associated Muscle Cramps in Ironman-Distance Triathletes Over 3 Decades. Clinical Journal of Sport Medicine ():10.1097/JSM.0000000000001276, October 15, 2024. | DOI: 10.1097/JSM.0000000000001276 Meredith Root and Shannon O'Grady, PhD discuss the research of Alan McCubbin: https://youtu.be/ueI-QyanZs8

    1h 17m

  6. OCT 1

    Alexis Croucher on Mental Work, Rewiring Old Patterns, and Aging Authentically

    This week we are joined by long time Tactic community member, Alexis Croucher, who has an incredible story of self discovery and evolution throughout her adult years. She's a Gen X lez who came out late in life due to... well, the times. And Catholic school. There is a repeating story line in this episode. Hardship ➡️ learning ➡️ forgiveness ➡️ hard work ➡️ happiness. We are grateful for Alexis and her openness with us both in her work with us and in this sharing! Enjoy! -- You can support us on Patreon AND get access to members' only content by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠clicking here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you want to work with us, you can check out our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠nutrition coaching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠fitness programming⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 26m

  7. SEP 24

    Back to Basics: Strength and Conditioning Training

    In this episode of The Afternoon Snack Podcast, we are going back to the basics with training. Specifically strength and conditioning training. From the core pillars of strength training to the fundamentals of aerobic conditioning, this episode has it all. We bust some myths along the way and give you our best recommendation for getting started with a mixed training approach! Oh yea, and if you feel motivated to get going - you can jump into our 100 Day Fitness Challenge going on now! You can also support our work on Patreon and get access to exclusive member's only content, podcasts, and blogs. And if you have the fitness dialled but need a little help with nutrition, we do that too! You can sign up for nutrition coaching here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 10m

  8. SEP 17

    20 Years of Progress and Bickering in Women’s Fitness Research

    Over the last two decades, women’s fitness research has evolved from being an afterthought to a growing field of interest. In this episode, we explore how science is finally catching up with the female body, the double-edged sword of social media, the legacy of early contributors, and what gaps still need to be filled. If you care about evidence-based training, women’s health, and the truth behind the trends, this one’s for you! You can support us on Patreon AND get access to members' only content by ⁠⁠⁠⁠clicking here⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you want to work with us, you can check out our ⁠⁠⁠⁠nutrition coaching⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠fitness programming⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 20m
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Alex Parker and Meredith Root’s Afternoon Snack Podcast invites you to join in on conversations where science, culture, and philosophy meet practical personal advice and experience that everyone needs to hear. They ask the big and small questions to get you thinking while injecting a hefty amount of personal experience and banter as partners in life, business, and sport. New episodes every Wednesday.

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  • Creator
    Meredith Root and Alex Parker
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    235
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2025 Afternoon Snack
  • Show Website
    Afternoon Snack
  • Provider
    Tactic Lifestyle LTD

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