Episode 74 - How can I work out my calorie needs for training? | Scott Tindal

Fueling Endurance - Nutrition for Runners, Cyclists & Triathletes

Sounds like a simple question, but for runners, cyclists & triathletes, accurately estimating calorie needs is anything but simple. We're joined by Fuelin co-founder Scott Tindal to discuss how it's done, and the challenges he and I faced trying to accurately predict calories needs for users of the Fuelin app based on their training schedule, when they vary from complete novices to professional Ironman triathletes. But whilst predicting calorie needs from a training schedule can be tricky, for individuals, perhaps there's a simpler way...

Podcast Guest:

• Scott Tindal - Founder and Nutritionist, Fuelin
  • Fuelin: https://www.fuelin.com/
  • Instagram: @getfuelin

References/Resources discussed in the episode:

• The systematic review/meta-analysis paper discussed in this episode for Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) equations in athletes:
  • O'Neill JER et al. (2023). Accuracy of Resting Metabolic Rate Prediction Equations in Athletes: A Systematic Review with Meta-analysis. Sports Med. 53(12):2373-2398 (Open Access). DOI: 10.1007/s40279-023-01896-z
• Ten-Haaf equation for RMR (kCal/day):
  • Males = (11.936 × weight in kg) + (587.728 × height in m) - (8.129 × age in years) + 220.306
  • Females = (11.936 × weight in kg) + (587.728 × height in m) - (8.129 × age in years) + 29.279
• Compendium of Physical Activities for the calculation of Metabolic Equivalents (METs): https://pacompendium.com/
• Physical Activity Level (PAL) values - explanation & examples: https://support.foodworks.online/hc/en-au/articles/360004401336-Physical-Activity-Levels-PAL-explained

Fueling Endurance eBook:

At over 260 pages, the Fueling Endurance eBook contains answers to 49 of the most common nutrition questions that runners, cyclists and triathletes ask. Covering the first two years of the podcast, the eBook contains additional insights, tips, and quotes from experts and athletes. Every copy sold helps cover the cost of making the podcast.

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