Black Iron Radio

Feb 03 2025 223 ep. 45 mins 6
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Welcome to Black Iron Radio! The Black Iron team is here to cut through the noise and give you real, no-BS advice on feeling, performing and looking your best. Every week we share practical nutrition, training, and wellness strategies and tips to help you succeed. Join the party!

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Food is More Than Just Fuel

Feb 03 2025 28 mins  
Morgan, Ryann, and Joyce discuss the commonly heard phrase 'food is more than just fuel' and explore the multifaceted role food has in our lives, from cultural to emotional to social. The coaches share their backgrounds and experiences with food, emphasizing how their cultural heritage and upbringing has influenced their views on nutrition. The conversation dives into the emotional

So You Want To Break Up With the Scale

Jan 30 2025 32 mins  
On our 5th "So You Want To" episode: Ryann, Amanda, and Maggie dive into the issues surrounding the overemphasis on body weight and the psychological impact of the scale. They share personal anecdotes, highlighting the societal and cultural pressures perpetuated by diet culture and social media. The conversation provides practical advice to focus on non-scale victories, such as imp

Exercise and Your Milk Supply

Jan 27 2025 30 mins  
Maggie, Christin, and Joyce from P&P team explore the relationship between exercise, nutrition, and milk supply for breastfeeding moms. Kristen and Joyce share their personal experiences and emphasize the importance of support systems, proper nutrition, hydration, and exercise. They debunk the myth that intense exercise depletes milk supply and stress the significance of listening

So You Want to Make it to the CrossFit Games

Jan 23 2025 48 mins  
Episode 4 of 52 of our "So You Want To" seiries. Morgan, Kelsey, and Kelly discuss the intensive journey of qualifying for the CrossFit Games. Kelsey, a five-time CrossFit Games team athlete and Kelly, who transitioned from team to individual, share their experiences and insights with their nutrition coach, Morgan. They differentiate the pressures of competing individually versus o

When It's Time to Work with a RD, LDN, or CNS

Jan 20 2025 32 mins  
Lauren (LDN/CNS), Sam (RD), and Maggie break down the roles and expertise of dietitians. They explain the educational pathway and licensure requirements for RDs, LDNs, and CNSs, differentiate between dietitians and other nutrition professionals, and discuss when it's time to seek out a dietitian’s services. They cover misconceptions about dietitians, the collaborative relationshi

So You Want to Start Sleeping 8 Hours a Night

Jan 15 2025 36 mins  
Episode 3 of 52 of our “So You Want To” series. Krissy, Ryann, and Sabrina dive into the physical, mental, and performance benefits of sleep. They address common barriers to achieving eight hours of sleep, such as lifestyle habits, stress, irregular schedules, and poor sleep environments. The episode offers practical tips for building better sleep habits, managing stress, impro

Latin Diet Culture Norms & Fears

Jan 13 2025 29 mins  
Morgan and Chris, alongside Maggie, explore Latin food cultures, debunk myths, and discuss the American perception of these foods. Chris, of Colombian heritage, and Morgan, an American Mexican, share their personal backgrounds and nutrition influences from their cultures. They examine the terms 'Hispanic' and 'Latino,' their historical context, and how words and cultural identities

So You Want to Perform at Altitude

Jan 09 2025 49 mins  
Episode 2 of 52 of our "So You Want To" series. Krissy, Amanda, and Whitney dive into preparing for mountaineering, backpacking, and trail running at altitude. They explore long-term and short-term strategies for success, highlighting the importance of consistent altitude exposure, building aerobic capacity, strength training, and the role mental toughness plays. This episode is pa

Deficit Decisions: How To Time Your Cut

Jan 06 2025 32 mins  
Morgan, Maggie, and Brooke chat strategies and considerations for entering a calorie deficit for weight loss. They explore the ideal timing for a cut, considering mental and physical readiness, and emphasize the importance of a sustainable approach over quick fixes. The conversation covers the significance of proper nutrition, lifestyle factors like sleep and stress, and the mental

So You Want to Run 100 Miles

Jan 02 2025 41 mins  
Surprise!! We're rolling out two episodes a week in 2025! Every Thursday, we’ll drop a “So You Want To” episode where to team breaks down how to acheive specific goals. In episode 1/52, Krissy and Chelsea get into a detailed Q&A about running 100-mile races. Chels, an ultra-runner and coach with experience in multiple 100-mile races, shares her journey, training insights, and