Find Your Edge: Training, Sports Nutrition & Mindset Tools for Triathletes, Runners & High Achievers Chasing Performance & Lo

Chris Newport | Tri Coach, Sports & Longevity Nutritionist and Exercise Physiologist at The Endurance Edge

Find Your Edge is an empowering, science-driven podcast helping endurance athletes and active people train smarter, fuel better, and live longer, healthier lives. Hosted by Chris Newport, MS, RDN, CISSN—sports dietitian, coach, and founder of The Endurance Edge—each episode delivers clarity, practical strategies, and inspiration so you can optimize performance, prevent burnout, and feel your best on and off the race course. If you’re overwhelmed by conflicting nutrition advice, struggling with GI issues, or confused about hydration, training metrics, mental training and supplements, this podcast meets you where you are—with no-fluff insights, relatable stories, and field-tested methods. Whether you’re training for triathlon, running events, or seeking longevity through personalized nutrition, every episode helps you feel informed, confident, and in control of your health and performance. With two decades of experience and hundreds of athletes coached and tested, Chris pulls back the curtain on what actually works—offering grounded, science-backed guidance you can apply right away. What you’ll hear: -->Hydration and fueling tips that reduce GI distress and enhance performance -->Personalized strategies using metabolic, genetic, and performance data to help you train smarter -->Athlete stories, expert interviews, and practical breakdowns of trending and timeless topics in endurance sports -->Longevity-focused nutrition and lifestyle strategies to keep you strong for years to come If you’re asking questions like: --> “How do I train and eat to support both performance and longevity?”--> “How do I fuel without bonking or GI issues?”--> “What should I eat to support my health while achieving my fitness goals?”--> “What supplements do I really need, and which are a waste?” …then you’re in the right place. This is the podcast for when you’re ready to train with intention, eat with confidence, and unlock your competitive edge—while building a lifetime of vibrant health and performance. Tune in weekly and take the next step toward your strongest self.

  1. 4D AGO

    Lead in Protein Powder? Whole-Food Smoothie Protein Alternatives Ep 129

    A recent Consumer Reports article raised concerns about lead levels in protein powders. Should you be worried? Should you stop using them? In this episode, Performance Nutritionist Chris Newport explains what NSF certification means, why this issue is confusing, and how you can meet your protein needs using whole foods instead of powders. Learn how to build high-protein smoothies using unconventional, high protein foods that are not only safer, but delicious too! Train with structure, community, and purpose—without paying for full coaching. The Endurance Edge Club gives you professionally built training plans in Training Peaks Premium, access to virtual workouts, team socials, and athlete-led sessions. Join monthly or save nearly 50% with an annual plan and get the tools you need to stop guessing and start making real progress. Learn more and join now at TheEnduranceEdge.com/club Support the show 🎧 Thanks for tuning in to the Find Your Edge Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend, subscribe, and leave us a review — it helps more athletes like you find the show. 💪✨ 📚 Download our free resources: 🥗 Guide to High Performance Healthy Eating 🏊‍♀️ 6 Steps to Triathlon Success: Free Guide 💧 Hydration Guide for Athletes 🏃‍♂️ Runner's Fueling & Hydration Cheat Sheet 🌐 Find us here: TheEnduranceEdge.com 🏆 Race with us: Humans of Steel Olympic & Sprint Triathlon at Harris Lake, NC 💊 Purchase Safe Supplements here (you'll be prompted to create an account) ⭐ Explore our Favorites Things & Partners 📲 Follow us on Instagram or Facebook

    19 min
  2. JAN 29

    Heart Rate Training Zones: Train Smarter for Performance & Longevity Ep 128

    Are you training too hard—or not hard enough? In this episode of the Find Your Edge podcast, Coach Chris Newport breaks down heart rate training zones, why common formulas like “220 minus age” miss the mark, and how VO₂ max and lactate testing can dramatically improve your performance, fat burning, and longevity. You’ll learn: Why Zone 2 training is so powerfulHow VO₂ max and ventilatory thresholds workWhat lactate testing actually tells usWhy heart rate zones change by sportHow proper testing saves time and boosts resultsWhether you’re an endurance athlete or simply want to train smarter, this episode will help you unlock more effective and enjoyable workouts. Book your metabolic testing here: https://www.theenduranceedge.com/sweat-metabolic-vo2-testing/  Read the blog here: https://www.theenduranceedge.com/heart-rate-training-zones/ Train with structure, community, and purpose—without paying for full coaching. The Endurance Edge Club gives you professionally built training plans in Training Peaks Premium, access to virtual workouts, team socials, and athlete-led sessions. Join monthly or save nearly 50% with an annual plan and get the tools you need to stop guessing and start making real progress. Learn more and join now at TheEnduranceEdge.com/club Support the show 🎧 Thanks for tuning in to the Find Your Edge Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend, subscribe, and leave us a review — it helps more athletes like you find the show. 💪✨ 📚 Download our free resources: 🥗 Guide to High Performance Healthy Eating 🏊‍♀️ 6 Steps to Triathlon Success: Free Guide 💧 Hydration Guide for Athletes 🏃‍♂️ Runner's Fueling & Hydration Cheat Sheet 🌐 Find us here: TheEnduranceEdge.com 🏆 Race with us: Humans of Steel Olympic & Sprint Triathlon at Harris Lake, NC 💊 Purchase Safe Supplements here (you'll be prompted to create an account) ⭐ Explore our Favorites Things & Partners 📲 Follow us on Instagram or Facebook

    32 min
  3. JAN 15

    World Record 80 Year Old Ironman Natalie Grabow on Consistency, Trust & Fun Ep 127

    At age 80, Natalie Grabow became the oldest woman in history to finish the Ironman World Championship in Kona, earning a Guinness World Record — and redefining what’s possible with aging and performance. In this episode of Find Your Edge, Natalie shares how she started triathlon at 59, learned to swim as an adult, and built a lifetime of resilience through consistency, self-trust, and joy in movement. We talk about: Longevity in sportTraining smarter as you ageInjury prevention & recoveryNutrition without obsessionConfidence through challengeWhy it’s never too late to startThis episode is for athletes — and anyone who wants to stay strong, active, and confident for life. Train with structure, community, and purpose—without paying for full coaching. The Endurance Edge Club gives you professionally built training plans in Training Peaks Premium, access to virtual workouts, team socials, and athlete-led sessions. Join monthly or save nearly 50% with an annual plan and get the tools you need to stop guessing and start making real progress. Learn more and join now at TheEnduranceEdge.com/club Support the show 🎧 Thanks for tuning in to the Find Your Edge Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend, subscribe, and leave us a review — it helps more athletes like you find the show. 💪✨ 📚 Download our free resources: 🥗 Guide to High Performance Healthy Eating 🏊‍♀️ 6 Steps to Triathlon Success: Free Guide 💧 Hydration Guide for Athletes 🏃‍♂️ Runner's Fueling & Hydration Cheat Sheet 🌐 Find us here: TheEnduranceEdge.com 🏆 Race with us: Humans of Steel Olympic & Sprint Triathlon at Harris Lake, NC 💊 Purchase Safe Supplements here (you'll be prompted to create an account) ⭐ Explore our Favorites Things & Partners 📲 Follow us on Instagram or Facebook

    52 min
  4. JAN 8

    Hypermobility in Athletes: How to Train Smarter for Longevity Ep 126

    Hypermobility affects far more people than we realize — especially endurance athletes. Chris sits down with physical therapist Holly Burt, who explains what hypermobility really is, why it’s often missed, and how it impacts joints, digestion, recovery, and injury risk. We cover: Hypermobility vs flexibilityWhy stretching can make symptoms worseStrength training rules for hypermobile athletesInjury prevention in endurance sportsPilates, stability, and body awarenessTraining for longevity, not burnoutIf you’ve ever felt “tight but bendy,” injury-prone, or frustrated with your body — this episode may be the missing link. Learn more and get Holly's info here: https://www.theenduranceedge.com/hypermobility-endurance-athletes-strength-training Train with structure, community, and purpose—without paying for full coaching. The Endurance Edge Club gives you professionally built training plans in Training Peaks Premium, access to virtual workouts, team socials, and athlete-led sessions. Join monthly or save nearly 50% with an annual plan and get the tools you need to stop guessing and start making real progress. Learn more and join now at TheEnduranceEdge.com/club Support the show 🎧 Thanks for tuning in to the Find Your Edge Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend, subscribe, and leave us a review — it helps more athletes like you find the show. 💪✨ 📚 Download our free resources: 🥗 Guide to High Performance Healthy Eating 🏊‍♀️ 6 Steps to Triathlon Success: Free Guide 💧 Hydration Guide for Athletes 🏃‍♂️ Runner's Fueling & Hydration Cheat Sheet 🌐 Find us here: TheEnduranceEdge.com 🏆 Race with us: Humans of Steel Olympic & Sprint Triathlon at Harris Lake, NC 💊 Purchase Safe Supplements here (you'll be prompted to create an account) ⭐ Explore our Favorites Things & Partners 📲 Follow us on Instagram or Facebook

    36 min
  5. JAN 1

    Mindset, Connection, and Growth at Any Age Ep 125

    What if the edge you’re looking for isn’t another training metric—but the willingness to do hard things on purpose? Coach Chris Newport sits down with Bob Campana for a powerful conversation about mindset, resilience, and human connection. At 72 years old, Bob is still growing, learning, and intentionally seeking discomfort—not for punishment, but for progress. This episode explores why comfort can quietly limit growth, how shared experiences shape who we become, and why staying curious matters at every stage of life. We discuss: Why doing hard things builds resilienceThe role of connection and community in performanceHow mindset shapes long-term growthWhy purpose doesn’t have an age limitWhat athletes and high performers can learn from life experienceThis episode is thoughtful, grounded, and deeply relevant for anyone who wants to keep evolving—physically, mentally, and personally. Learn more and find his book here: https://www.theenduranceedge.com/mindset-connection-and-growth-at-any-age/ Train with structure, community, and purpose—without paying for full coaching. The Endurance Edge Club gives you professionally built training plans in Training Peaks Premium, access to virtual workouts, team socials, and athlete-led sessions. Join monthly or save nearly 50% with an annual plan and get the tools you need to stop guessing and start making real progress. Learn more and join now at TheEnduranceEdge.com/club Support the show 🎧 Thanks for tuning in to the Find Your Edge Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend, subscribe, and leave us a review — it helps more athletes like you find the show. 💪✨ 📚 Download our free resources: 🥗 Guide to High Performance Healthy Eating 🏊‍♀️ 6 Steps to Triathlon Success: Free Guide 💧 Hydration Guide for Athletes 🏃‍♂️ Runner's Fueling & Hydration Cheat Sheet 🌐 Find us here: TheEnduranceEdge.com 🏆 Race with us: Humans of Steel Olympic & Sprint Triathlon at Harris Lake, NC 💊 Purchase Safe Supplements here (you'll be prompted to create an account) ⭐ Explore our Favorites Things & Partners 📲 Follow us on Instagram or Facebook

    32 min
  6. 12/25/2025

    How Your Home and Heat Therapy Can Improve Recovery, Sleep, and Performance Ep 124

    What if part of your fatigue, brain fog, or poor recovery isn’t coming from training or nutrition—but from your environment? Coach Chris Newport sits down with Jen Heller, host of the Homes That Heal podcast, to explore how our home environments impact detoxification, sleep, nervous system regulation, and long-term health. Jen shares her powerful personal journey—from heavy metal toxicity and thyroid dysfunction to infrared sauna therapy, environmental detox, and ultimately redefining what it means to truly heal. We discuss: How heavy metals and environmental toxins affect the bodyInfrared vs traditional saunas for detox and recoveryWhy sleep and digital detox are non-negotiable for healingEMFs, light exposure, and nervous system overloadSimple ways to turn your home into a healing sanctuaryWhy “getting back to basics” may be the most powerful strategyThis episode is a must-listen for athletes, high performers, and anyone looking to improve energy, recovery, and resilience from the inside out. Get more details here:  Train with structure, community, and purpose—without paying for full coaching. The Endurance Edge Club gives you professionally built training plans in Training Peaks Premium, access to virtual workouts, team socials, and athlete-led sessions. Join monthly or save nearly 50% with an annual plan and get the tools you need to stop guessing and start making real progress. Learn more and join now at TheEnduranceEdge.com/club Support the show 🎧 Thanks for tuning in to the Find Your Edge Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend, subscribe, and leave us a review — it helps more athletes like you find the show. 💪✨ 📚 Download our free resources: 🥗 Guide to High Performance Healthy Eating 🏊‍♀️ 6 Steps to Triathlon Success: Free Guide 💧 Hydration Guide for Athletes 🏃‍♂️ Runner's Fueling & Hydration Cheat Sheet 🌐 Find us here: TheEnduranceEdge.com 🏆 Race with us: Humans of Steel Olympic & Sprint Triathlon at Harris Lake, NC 💊 Purchase Safe Supplements here (you'll be prompted to create an account) ⭐ Explore our Favorites Things & Partners 📲 Follow us on Instagram or Facebook

    51 min
  7. 12/18/2025

    The Future of Triathlon with Set Up Events: Why Racing Local Matters Ep 123

    What does the future of triathlon really look like? Coach Chris Newport talks with Justin Boyer of Set Up Events about the evolution of triathlon, the resurgence of short-course racing, and why community—not distance—is what keeps athletes in the sport. We discuss: The legacy of Set Up Events, Bill Scott and White LakeWhy sprint racing is growing againThe role of volunteers and race cultureBurnout, longevity, and accessibility in endurance sportsHow local races shape the future of triathlonPlus a little challenge for everyone listening at the end :)A must-listen for athletes, coaches, and anyone who loves the sport. Read more and get in touch here: https://www.theenduranceedge.com/the-future-of-triathlon-with-set-up-events-why-racing-local-matters/ Train with structure, community, and purpose—without paying for full coaching. The Endurance Edge Club gives you professionally built training plans in Training Peaks Premium, access to virtual workouts, team socials, and athlete-led sessions. Join monthly or save nearly 50% with an annual plan and get the tools you need to stop guessing and start making real progress. Learn more and join now at TheEnduranceEdge.com/club Support the show 🎧 Thanks for tuning in to the Find Your Edge Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend, subscribe, and leave us a review — it helps more athletes like you find the show. 💪✨ 📚 Download our free resources: 🥗 Guide to High Performance Healthy Eating 🏊‍♀️ 6 Steps to Triathlon Success: Free Guide 💧 Hydration Guide for Athletes 🏃‍♂️ Runner's Fueling & Hydration Cheat Sheet 🌐 Find us here: TheEnduranceEdge.com 🏆 Race with us: Humans of Steel Olympic & Sprint Triathlon at Harris Lake, NC 💊 Purchase Safe Supplements here (you'll be prompted to create an account) ⭐ Explore our Favorites Things & Partners 📲 Follow us on Instagram or Facebook

    53 min
  8. 12/11/2025

    Menopause, Perimenopause, and Active Women Ep 122

    What if your declining energy, brain fog, and poor sleep aren’t training mistakes—but hormonal shifts? Coach Chris Newport sits down with Dr. Abby DeVries, a family physician specializing in midlife women’s health, to unpack perimenopause, menopause, and hormone therapy for active women. We discuss: Early signs of perimenopauseProgesterone, estrogen, and testosterone explainedWhy strength training is critical for bone healthHormone therapy myths and safetyLongevity strategies for women who want to keep performingThis episode is a must‑listen for women who want to age strong, confident, and informed. Get all the details, and Abby's info here: https://www.theenduranceedge.com/menopause-perimenopause-and-active-women/  Train with structure, community, and purpose—without paying for full coaching. The Endurance Edge Club gives you professionally built training plans in Training Peaks Premium, access to virtual workouts, team socials, and athlete-led sessions. Join monthly or save nearly 50% with an annual plan and get the tools you need to stop guessing and start making real progress. Learn more and join now at TheEnduranceEdge.com/club Support the show 🎧 Thanks for tuning in to the Find Your Edge Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend, subscribe, and leave us a review — it helps more athletes like you find the show. 💪✨ 📚 Download our free resources: 🥗 Guide to High Performance Healthy Eating 🏊‍♀️ 6 Steps to Triathlon Success: Free Guide 💧 Hydration Guide for Athletes 🏃‍♂️ Runner's Fueling & Hydration Cheat Sheet 🌐 Find us here: TheEnduranceEdge.com 🏆 Race with us: Humans of Steel Olympic & Sprint Triathlon at Harris Lake, NC 💊 Purchase Safe Supplements here (you'll be prompted to create an account) ⭐ Explore our Favorites Things & Partners 📲 Follow us on Instagram or Facebook

    28 min
5
out of 5
21 Ratings

About

Find Your Edge is an empowering, science-driven podcast helping endurance athletes and active people train smarter, fuel better, and live longer, healthier lives. Hosted by Chris Newport, MS, RDN, CISSN—sports dietitian, coach, and founder of The Endurance Edge—each episode delivers clarity, practical strategies, and inspiration so you can optimize performance, prevent burnout, and feel your best on and off the race course. If you’re overwhelmed by conflicting nutrition advice, struggling with GI issues, or confused about hydration, training metrics, mental training and supplements, this podcast meets you where you are—with no-fluff insights, relatable stories, and field-tested methods. Whether you’re training for triathlon, running events, or seeking longevity through personalized nutrition, every episode helps you feel informed, confident, and in control of your health and performance. With two decades of experience and hundreds of athletes coached and tested, Chris pulls back the curtain on what actually works—offering grounded, science-backed guidance you can apply right away. What you’ll hear: -->Hydration and fueling tips that reduce GI distress and enhance performance -->Personalized strategies using metabolic, genetic, and performance data to help you train smarter -->Athlete stories, expert interviews, and practical breakdowns of trending and timeless topics in endurance sports -->Longevity-focused nutrition and lifestyle strategies to keep you strong for years to come If you’re asking questions like: --> “How do I train and eat to support both performance and longevity?”--> “How do I fuel without bonking or GI issues?”--> “What should I eat to support my health while achieving my fitness goals?”--> “What supplements do I really need, and which are a waste?” …then you’re in the right place. This is the podcast for when you’re ready to train with intention, eat with confidence, and unlock your competitive edge—while building a lifetime of vibrant health and performance. Tune in weekly and take the next step toward your strongest self.