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The Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleMaking invisible illnesses visible and exploring the effects of long-covid with Luke HassanWe're back baby and we missed you! Our guest on today's waffle episode is the extraordinary and empathetic dietitian Luke Hassan. In this ep Luke shares some incredibly valuable insight and advice around long-covid and chronic fatigue syndrome and how these illnesses can compound and worsen over time. This leads many people to suffer in silence due to the 'invisible' nature of the illness, often resulting in their symptoms being dismissed or overlooked as 'normal'.  Luke is the lead dietitian at the award-winning Active Health Clinic, located in Melbourne, Australia. His mission is t...2022-07-0758 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleIs eating during training cheating? When should you consider adding fuel in?Is eating during a training session allowed, or am I 'cheating' on my nutrition and performance goals. Well we get asked this question a lot and we're here to tell you whether you call it bonking, hitting a wall or having an energy flat listening to your body and having a snack mid-session is perfectly okay. More often than not it's needed to maintain pace and performance.  During this episode we explore all things during training nutrition. When to consider adding food in? What types of food or fluid to add in and how much? Is adding B...2022-03-1832 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleFinding Balance: Alyssa Lock on Her Journey in Pro SurfingAlyssa Lock was made for the water. From just the age of 6 Alyssa started surfing and competing at one of the best Australian surf breaks, Snapper Rocks. We feel so incredibly to excited to share this episode of the Compeat Waffle with you today. In today's ep she dives head first into her story, finding success in pro surfing from such a young age. By the age of 8 she was winning under 14's comps and making waves, and at just the age of 12 Alyssa became the youngest ever Roxy Pro Trialist! With success at such a young...2022-03-0331 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleShould you eat before training or is it best to go in fasted? You may be surprised by the answer.To eat or not to eat before your training session... that is the question. Well when it comes to eating before a training the good news is, you're spoilt for choice. There's a multitude of options and strategies to explore, it's just about finding the best option that works for you. In this episode we explore all things pre-training nutrition and hopefully we make that choice of which strategy to choose that little bit easier.  We break it down into training low, training high, how much carbohydrate you need and how to get the most b...2022-02-0332 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleHow to build habits centred around your identity rather than an outcomeAs we barrel forward headfirst into the new year it's only natural to feel pressure to make change & progress. We often see New Years Resolutions made around weight loss, appearance or health. Perhaps you're wanting to change your weight, lift heavier in the gym, or complete a race. In this episode Alicia rides solo to explore the difference between outcome goals and infinite goals. Offering a change in perspective to goals that are aligned to WHO you want to be rather than only WHAT you want to achieve. We also discuss the how in transforming challenges...2022-01-2038 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleSport Supplements - Group C: Wait until you find out where BCAAs actually come from!Recently the Australian Institute of Sport released a revamped version of their world renowned Supplement Framework. Over the coming episodes, we put a spotlight on each group - Here comes Group C. The C Group in supps is not a great place to be. It is where the supps that had previously shown potential go once evidence becomes less than impressive. The science is either not supportive of benefit to performance OR no research has yet been undertaken to guide it's use. There are some big names in here that we are positive you will...2022-01-0637 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleFood Labels: Can you believe everything you read?We have some words for you; Organic, Superfoods, Gluten Free (Anything free), Supports Gut Health, All Natural, No Artificial Colours, Low Fat (Low anything), No Nasties, Raw, Macro Friendly (What the F does that even mean?!)... What do these words have in common? They're all marketing buzzwords that are frequent flyers on labels throughout our supermarkets, cafe's and even restaurants. Between all the organic, fat free, sugar free, macro friendly foods out there - which ones actually matter? In this episode we explore all things food labels, health food claims and marketing, aka all the...2021-12-2329 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleEmotional Eating: A chat through managing stress and guilt during the festive seasonDo you feel out of control with food around the festive season? Let's chat through managing this - and the stress & guilt - at this time of year! In this episode we are talking all things emotional eating. What is emotional eating? It does have different definitions and there's definitely a time at which this can escalate from normalcy to disordered eating. Emotional eating is simply put, where we find comfort in food. Which is normal. When we eat and enjoy a food there's a food memory and experience associated with that.  So how do w...2021-12-1639 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleIs it ever appropriate to comment on someones weight? A discussion on body comments.As we enter the festive season and beyond, you will see loved ones, friends, family members with bodies that may have changed or new marks that have appeared. Your body may have gone through some big changes too! Even if the comments we say are well intentioned it's the line can get fuzzy. So remember they are more than their body, their outer exterior. They are humans with an identity so far beyond their physical appearance. In this episode we are talking all things body comments. Can the thing I'm comment on be changed within...2021-12-0928 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleWhen it comes to well-being does it have to be health OR performance?When we think about being well, we often jump straight to ‘well I am not sick’, so I must be well! However, when considering your well-being health & performance are not and should not be at odds with each other. Well-being and performance are NOT mutually exclusive. In this episode we are talking all things well-being. How we can align both our health and performance goals alongside one another instead of in opposition. So, we ask what is your definition of performance? How do we measure success? Are we measuring our success on something that is a be...2021-11-1831 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleRapid Fire Q&A: Athletes drinking Coca Cola on race day? McDonalds as a recovery meal?This was a Quickfire Q&A on anything related to nutrition, business, family, or anything you guys wanted to ask about!  Questions covered... What to eat and what to avoid for insulin resistance? How to manage insulin resistance with shift work? What's the dosage for spirulina and buckthorn? Best go to snack when you can't kill the hunger? What are the benefits of Creatine supplementation for endurance athletes? How to flatten you coca-cola for race day? Why do you flatten coca-cola on race day? How much does post game nutrition impact recovery? Including protein in an u...2021-11-1123 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleRelative Energy Deficiency in Sport: How do we reverse it?This live Q&A explores all things RED-S or Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport. RED-S comes because of being in a state of Low Energy Availability and is something that we see all the time with our athletes but also everyday active individuals. When we are constantly being bombarded by messaging to eat less or eat clean and there’s a really big pressure that leads to an over restriction or an accidental mismatch between energy needs and energy intake.  This round we explore, whether men can experience RED-S, if you need to be an elite athlete to...2021-11-0430 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleAll things Alcohol: How does this impact our athletic performance?Alcohol.  It's Ocsober, everyone here in Australia and across most of the world has been impacted by COVID lockdowns. During these times we may have found that our alcohol intake has changed considerably. Alcohol is a common psychoactive drug that changes the way our bodies use things like carbohydrates, proteins and fats. But there is another side of alcohol, the side that changes the way we feel and make us more relaxed. So how do we reflect on our alcohol intake without judgement and make align our social selves with our performance goals. In this L...2021-10-2134 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleHeart Health: How does this impact the everyday athlete?In this episode we cover all things Heart Health. This is an extremely important topic, even for athletes. You may feel like you've ticked the box with exercise so you can eat whatever you feel like. But, even for athletes there are some important things to consider. You could be dotting all the i's and crossing all the t's and still be impacted by something like high cholesterol.  In this Live Q&A format we are answering those hard hitting questions. What are blood lipids? How does LDL and HDL impact my heart health? What o...2021-10-1437 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleA deep dive into all things recovery with Dr Peter Fowler from The Recovery ProjectWe've got a cracker of an episode for you today on the Compeat Waffle! We had the absolute privilege of sitting down with Dr Peter Fowler to discuss all things recovery and sleep. This legend completed his PhD on the effects of international and domestic air travel on team sport performance and recovery through Charles Sturt University and the Australian Institute of Sport. He then went on to found The Recovery Project - a modern solution to preventing injury, illness and fatigue on a wide scale. Recovery is such an important discussion for any athlete...2021-10-071h 10The Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleCycle Syncing: Should we be switching up our food choices around our menstrual cycle?As women we are constantly in a state of change day to day and throughout our menstrual cycle. Cycle syncing is whereby you manipulate and change the food you depending on where you are in your menstrual cycle. This young in terms of where we are in research and evidence. It's a great start, but are we overcomplicating things? In this Live Q&A format we explore all things nutrition around the menstrual cycle. Getting the basics right. What hormones are involved in different phases of the cycle? Should we change our training around our menstrual cycle...2021-09-3037 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleWhy we need to stop 'eating back' calories burned...We need to please stop ‘eating back’ calories from exercise. There is a trend that began with the ‘net energy’ equation within food tracking apps, that now partnered with data from wearables, is bringing a lot of conversations both with coaches and athletes. On its surface it appears logical - track the energy spent (food) and track the energy burnt (training). However, scratch just slightly under its surface and there are cracks. Cracks that form when data is given a power that isn’t interpreted objectively - inconsiderate of context or accuracy or emotional impact. In t...2021-09-2327 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleExploring all things body image, metabolism and reverse dieting!September is a big month when it comes to awareness. It's jam packed with polycystic ovary awareness month, women's health week and body image and eating disorder awareness week. And boy do we have some large topics in here! In this Live Q&A format we explore all things women's health and body image. We cover all the hard hitting topics. Is reverse dieting really a thing What is it? Can you damage your metabolism? Is this damage reversible? Can you give yourself food intolerances by restricting certain foods? How do I maintain a deficit without calorie...2021-09-1637 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleCaffeine: Do you need to take breaks from coffee to increase how well it works?In this episode we cover all things Caffeine.  Chances are if you're human, you've probably had caffeine before. In fact 9 out of 10 athletes have use caffeine... It's one of the most well researched supplements out there, but how well does it work when it comes to performance. Is it worth the side effects like interrupted sleep and anxiety. In this Live Q&A format we are answering those hard hitting questions. Do you need to periodise your caffeine? Do you need to to take breaks from coffee to increase how well it works? H...2021-09-0930 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleIntuitive Eating: Can you overeat when listening to your appetite and fullness cues?This episode came about after a question from a follower... "If I was just to trust my appetite and fullness, can I overeat?"... Eating intuitively can seem like a pretty daunting task especially when there's constant messaging around dieting, restriction, and to just eat less. In this Live Q&A format we explore all things Intuitive Eating. What is it? What skews or impacts our ability to eat intuitively? What can we do to help regulate our appetite? What foods and lifestyle factors that can impact our hunger and fullness cues? What hormones are involved...2021-09-0241 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleTransforming the way we talk about Eating Disorders an Expert Session with Shane JeffreyWe are so fortunate to finally have Shane Jeffrey on this weeks episode.  Shane is an accredited dietitian and sports dietitian and an absolute leader in the field of disordered eating and eating disorders. Working for over 25 years in the industry he has amassed a wealth of knowledge and added so much to this field. He is someone that truly gets it - the importance of you, the person and you can hear it in the way he speaks.  We have so much respect for Shane and all he has achieved, he has transformed this sp...2021-08-1259 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleBeing Fearless in the Face of Grief with Liz Dawes from the RCD FoundationLiz Dawes is one of the most kind hearted and passionate people we've had the pleasure of chatting to here on the Compeat Waffle. After her son passed away from brain cancer in 2013 Liz battled on and rallied for her community, founding both the Robert Connor Dawes foundation and Connor's Run. Which have grown to be both the biggest paediatric brain cancer foundation in Australia and the largest paediatric brain cancer event with over 4000 participants. In today's ep she delves into her story, her son's battle with brain cancer and her grief with a warmth...2021-07-2850 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleChatting life, food & mental health with Marika DayOne thing that draws me to Marika is her authenticity and her willingness to embrace vulnerability. She is overflowing with empathy and her honesty mixed with humour has made her an absolute star when it comes to both career and social media. We both made the pact not to let this chat become one of nutrition - and I think we succeeded haha! It is a gorgeous story of her life, her experiences and her learnings.  If you don't already follow along, head to https://www.instagram.com/marikaday now. Like go. Now. So much f...2021-04-2356 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleBody Dysmorphia & Disordered Eating in the LGBTQIA+ Community with Chris FondaMy only hope is that this is the first brave conversation of many. As Mardi Gras approached, we took a deep dive into the disproportionate rates of Disordered Eating and Body Dysmorphia in the LGBTQIA+ community. It was with this that Chris, one of our Compeat Dietitians, reached out wanting to chat more about this.  As a gay male in a physique focused sport (diving, and previously gymnastics), Chris has lived through a lot when it comes to food and body weight pressures. However, it was the pressure and expectation felt within the gay community to...2021-03-1447 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleWhen goals don't pan out - experiencing 'failure' with Vlad Shatrov & Benn CouboroughHow often do we set out to achieve something that pushes us beyond our limits - and even more so, how often do we put off doing something at the risk of 'failure'? For Benn & Vlad, their passion and obsession is in ultra running. So when goal races got pushed aside during 2020 and the impacts of Covid, they shifted their attendtion to personal events that both stretched beyond their known limits. Benn set out to complete the Great North Walk of 276km in the fastest known time; while Vlad entered the 240km Coast2Kosci not just to...2021-01-101h 08The Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleBody Composition: Everything you need to know (and consider)We are covering all things body composition Are you using body composition as a performance measure? Body composition is often sold to us incorrectly. We find that many of our athletes strive to achieve body composition goals with the aim of improving their performance. However, pushing for small incremental body composition changes can actually greatly undermine your performance if done incorrectly! Tune in today to find out what this means to YOU! Let us know what you think! ...and don't forget  Free Assessment at www.compeatnutrition.com   ...2020-11-0527 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleThe Power of Food with Alice ZaslavskyThis week’s very special waffle guest as part of world food day is Alice Zaslavsky (AKA aliceinframes). So many of you reach out to us every day feeling overwhelmed and guilty with not knowing how to eat anymore. Alice has been instrumental in helping people build curiosity, excitement, and confidence in the kitchen. Because food is so much more than nutrients. It’s there to nourish, satisfy, and most importantly, be enjoyed. Alice does NOT hold back in this pod. She brings some amazing revelations around how we should be consuming our information on food. We also touch on the...2020-10-161h 06The Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleLiving with an Eating Disorder with Jessica Smith - OAMOur guest on today’s waffle is the amazing Jessica Smith (@jessicasmith27). Trust me, you are about to be wowed by her story and her ability to tell it with such raw authenticity. We speak about what it’s like to grow up with an eating disorder and what we can do better to help athletes and populations to overcome these conditions. Other areas we discuss include: How to build towards changing behavior her strategies to overcoming her eating disorder The importance of the call for help What we could do better with the systems we have in place What does...2020-10-0956 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleMaking Change Feel Easier with Social Psychologist, Emily BalcetisProfessor Emily Balcetis is a social psychologist from New York University. She has been in her role for over 20 years while studying the factors behind really drives success. In this podcast, we talk through why we don't necessarily follow through with our goals after we commit to achieve them. We discuss how perception and the role of visual cues have a massive impact on behaviour change and formation. Most importantly we explore how to reduce friction and make behaviour change feel less difficult. Not only is this super valuable to the everyday active individual, but also to the practitioner...2020-10-0157 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleFood and MoodToday we are talking through one of our favourite topics - Mood and Food. One of the reasons we love it so much is because it’s a growing area and the more we learn about our bodies the more we understand that everything is interconnected. It’s also a great reminder that there are things in our lives and in our environment that we can regain control of with help – and that’s what we do every day! We cover Food! If it impacts mood How it impacts mood These lives are all abou...2020-09-2923 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleTraining and Recovery with Triathlon Coach, Pete CliffordPete Clifford (@highperformancetri) is a triathlon coach with a wealth of experience and someone we respect immensely. He has an amazing way of valuing the athlete’s wellbeing as a means of approaching performance. Pete started as a triathlete himself before moving into the coaching world. He has clearly seen many shifts in technology and mindset over this time so his insights are unreal. He is also a big advocate for recovering, and recovering well and we talk through in detail in the pod. The main areas we cover are: How COVID has impacted id...2020-09-2555 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleFrom Doctor to Professional Football Player With Alia Karmali 🏈These Crew Stories have come from one simple realisation. Our Crew is made up of countless everyday superheroes taking small yet steps at towards their ultimate ambitions. They may not have won Gold at the Olympics or lifted a trophy in front of thousands, but within the mundane of every day life lies something truly inspirational. We can all take a leaf out of these Athletes. Alia Karmali is a Canadian Athlete who has worked together with us at Compeat Nutrition since April. She's a passionate American Football player who also practices as a doctor during the...2020-09-1841 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleFrom Weight Loss Surgery to Athlete with Paul ReeveThere is one thing that we are passionate about here at Compeat Nutrition… And that's 110% our crew members and their stories Paul Reeves is one of those Crew members. He has a story that others simply needed to hear and resonate with as you will tell from listening to this podcast. There’s a certain confidence that comes with seeing your obstacles have already been overcome by someone else, and we hope that’s the confidence Paul instills with his story. In this discussion, Paul is totally raw yet powerful in his messaging, which made us leave the discussion with s...2020-09-1157 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleBonus Ep! Quickfire Q&AThis was a Quickfire Q&A on anything related to nutrition, business, family, or anything you guys wanted to ask about! We do these every fortnight on our socials so please feel free to drop in and ask a question during any of our live events! Questions covered... Can you have too much fibre? The best type of plant protein powder? Are there any sessions you should do fasted? Should I have a sports drink at the gym? How much fruit is too much? Is excess protein just excreted in urine or can it be stored...2020-09-0822 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleBonus Ep! Adrenal FatigueBonus Ep on all things Adrenal Fatigue with a Nutrition focus.  Is it even a real thing?  We explain what you need to consider in this pod. If you have any questions please get in touch. We would love to know what you think! Free Trial Free Assessment Instagram2020-09-0425 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleHormone Balance with Dr Izzy SmithDr Izzy Smith (@doctorizzyksmith) is a specialist in Hormonal function but also an avid runner and advocate for Men’s health. This episode is a follow up to our previous discussion on hormones and adrenal Fatigue (Check out the bonus ep!). It’s a topic that gets thrown around a lot without really an innate understanding of what it means. So some things we discuss include hormonal imbalances, the reason why there is so much confusion surrounding them, and how they can affect your health and performance. We also dive into so many different topics like PCOS, Insu...2020-09-0456 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleRelative Energy Deficiency in SportThis podcast is taken directly from one of our Fortnightly live Q&A sessions on Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport. RED-S comes because of being in a state of Low Energy availability and is something that we see all the time with our athletes and everyday active individuals. So much of the messaging that we see in the media is always about eating less or eating clean and there’s a really big pressure that leads to an over restriction or an accidental mismatch between energy needs and energy intake. That’s exactly why we wanted to help you iden...2020-08-2846 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleCrew Stories With Sandra HeriotThese Crew Stories have come from one simple realisation. Our Crew is made up of countless everyday superheroes taking one small step at a time towards their ultimate ambitions. They may not have won Gold at the Olympics or lifted a trophy in front of thousands, but within the mundane of every day, life lies something truly inspirational. We can all take a leaf out of these Athletes. This weeks' Crew story is from Sandra Heriot. She loves being in nature and feeling fit and strong and healthy. In particular, she loves running, trail running, hiking, walking...2020-08-2126 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleThe Athletes Heart with Dr Nikki StampHello and welcome to the next episode of the Compeat Waffle! This next episode came about after we started talking about heart health on our socials. In particular, we mentioned what could impact resting heart rate and how to know if it’s something you should be alarmed about. With all the questions and the conversations that came out of that discussion we thought it would be a really good opportunity to dig all the little bit deeper into cardiac health in active individuals and athletes. Which is why we invited someone who knows a lot more about hearts than we...2020-08-1457 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleCompeat Conversation with Mikaela WeltiOver the past few months one of our team members has been very busy interviewing the Compeat Core team… and now it’s her turn. Mikaela Welti is one of our Accredited Sport Dietitians and I’m sure you will have come across her voice at some stage. Mikaela has been immersed in sport her whole life, which has shaped her incredible work ethic and her drive for continuous improvement. She is also a boxer, professional rugby player and just to oppose that combative side, a talented dancer. There’s no other way to explain this girl other th...2020-08-081h 08The Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleInjury NutritionFollowing the sheer number of athletes who have experienced an injury due to the COVID-caused forced ‘off-season’, we just had to talk about injury nutrition. As the lockdown came at a critical point in everyone’s season, it has resulted in very sudden changes to training type, volume and intensity. To make matters worse, just as quickly as sport went away, it came back! This is likely part of the reason why the spike in injuries has occurred all over the world. So what are some things you should consider when returning to sport from injury? The di...2020-07-3130 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleReshaping Body Acceptance with Amy SheppardWow – we so excited to introduce this next guest (and still slightly in shock). Amy Sheppard (@amysheppardpie) is a singer-songwriter for the Australian indie-pop band Sheppard. You may have sung along to their most famous songs on the radio – ‘Geronimo’, ‘Coming home’ or ‘kiss my fat ass’ However, that’s not the main reason why we wanted to get Amy on the waffle. A couple of years ago Amy found herself very instrumental in a movement that she then termed kiss my fat ass (#kissmyfatass). Since then it has exploded in the most positive sense. In this episode, Amy talks a lot about her Jo...2020-07-2437 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleCompeat Conversation with Hermes PallottaWelcome back to the 4th Episode of Compeat Conversations! Hermes is one of our Accredited Sports dietitians at Compeat Nutrition where he also looks after the day-to-day operations. Hermes was the first official full-time employee of Compeat Nutrition following Co-founders Dan and Alicia and you will definitely hear about how many different balls he's juggling at any given time.  It was great to sit down with Hermes because he's a man of few words... but when he does sit down and speak he also has a way with words that makes him quite an inspiring p...2020-07-0746 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleCBD - What is it and should you take it?We had so much fun doing research for this podcast! At Compeat we are very big on allowing athletes to be informed and drive the conversation. We believe this allows for a very open space in which athletes are informed of the positives and negatives of taking certain substances... and CBD is no different!  CBD is a chemical compound found in cannabis. it can be taken as a supplement in a variety of ways and may elicit multiple health benefits in the user. There were lots of people interested and lots of questions coming through for this one so we h...2020-07-0334 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleExpert Session: Running and Life Lessons with Pat CarrollWelcome to the Compeat This next episode is with an absolute legend that we have had the pleasure of working with for the past few years. Pat Carroll is the 4thbest marathoner in Australia but arguably Australia’s most versatile long-distance runner. Some of his most notable achievements to date include: 1st Place – 1995 Beppu Marathon with a whopping 2 hours, 9 minutes and 39 seconds (his fastest marathon time) Current Australian record holder for the half marathon: 61 minutes, 11 seconds Represented his country 18 times at major events Completed his very first zoom call ever on this very podcast! Plus...2020-06-2658 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleThe State of Men’s HealthHealth is More Than Just Visible AbsWe need to change the conversation of Men’s Health into something so much bigger. We need to stop presenting numbers of mass or extremely low body fat % as the epitome of health. The truth is, achieving those things is often done at the COST of health. The introduction of Performance Enhancing Drugs (PEDs) in a desperate attempt to achieve a body composition that is otherwise impossible to maintain; a leanness that leaves an obsession over food, suppressed mood, irritability and low sex drive; a restriction that ca...2020-06-2228 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleCompeat Conversation with Dan EdgeWhat does it take to go from being one of the top engineers in Australia and having such an influence on that industry, to now being a kick-ass boss and businessman with Compeat Nutrition? Hello and Welcome to our latest Ep. This week we have another Compeat Conversation line op for you, and it’s with Daniel Edge, Co-founder and Co-CEO of Compeat Nutrition. And today’s conversation is a little bit different. Dan hasn’t had a traditional path to entering the world of business. In this Convo we talk through all the curveballs and successes along...2020-06-1941 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleAthlete Spotlight: Nat HeathFor this episode, we are introducing you to an amazing human, Nat Heath. We were fortunate enough to meet Nat many years ago through our triathlon circles and quickly realised we grew up very close in geography between Taree and Forster. It was an absolute pleasure to invite Nat to talk on the Waffle about all things running. He is about to venture into a 100 km run… But it’s not your typical 100 km run! This has been organised by Nat himself for NAIDOC week and in support of the Indigenous Marathon Foundation. Nat is an aboriginal boy who grew up i...2020-06-121h 07The Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleThe Recovery Window of OpportunityAre you struggling to recover after your sessions and need a little pick-me-up? There can be a real pressure to knock back a protein shake within minutes of finishing your workout – but are all those training gains ‘lost’ if you miss that 30-minute window? Why not complete our free preliminary assessment in which you will receive a personalised recording from a member of our performance team to show you how you can begin improving your recovery practices from today! The truth is, that the evidence on the essential recovery window even existing is not really definite – as a lot of...2020-06-0939 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleCompeat Conversation with Andrew McCallum, CTO of Compeat NutritionHello lovely people and welcome back to another Compeat Conversation with Sports Dietitian Mikaela Welti. Today's episode is a little different to usual, as we sit down with Compeat Nutrition's very own CTO (Chief Technology Officer) Andrew McCallum. We step away from discussing nutrition and other health-related topics, to dive into the spider web that is, the Tech world.  We discuss how Andrew went from dreaming of being a full-time musician, in an almost technology-free society, to becoming a trailblazer in the tech and app development space. And best of all, keep your eye out for all t...2020-06-0541 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleBonus Ep! Member of the Month Annabelle StableEach month we like to put the spotlight on one of our amazing members who has gone above and beyond. This month is no different, with Annabelle Stable leading the way. Annabelle talks about how she has managed to balance all of the competing interests in her life during this tricky time and what perspectives she has gained from working with Compeat. It's a short one, but it might be just what you need to get those motivation juices flowing! 2020-06-0411 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleFinding Food Confidence with Laura GrzelakFor those that have listened to the Waffle before, you are about to find out that this episode is a little different to the norm. Usually, we might do a live Q&A, an expert session, or an athlete interview. But this time we are being interviewed by the amazing @lovelauramary. This came about when Laura received a heap of nutrition-related questions from her followers and we were so honoured to be a part of that. Laura is someone that we have respected for a very long time for the main reason that she shares a really...2020-05-2958 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleThe Carnivore DietJust another Fad or the latest in performance nutrition? For those of you who have been across the media this week, I am sure you would have seen discussions around ‘The Carnivore Diet.’ 🥩🥓 Since these news articles have been released, we have received numerous questions regarding whether it is safe, if it’s more beneficial than other dietary choices or whether there are any negative health impacts. Alicia Edge answers all of your questions on this pod in a super simple way. But before you go jumping into a completely new lifestyle, be sure to speak to one of our performance t...2020-05-2534 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleCompeat Conversations with Alicia EdgeHello and welcome to a bit of a different Compeat Waffle, for your listening!  This is not your normal host Alicia Edge but rather Mikaela Welti, one of  compeat_nutrition Sports Dietitians. So what am I doing here? Well, about a month ago I somehow convinced Leesh to allow me to take over the waffle podcast, to bring you a few special episodes. For almost a year now we (the listeners), have had the privilege of getting to know so many amazing individuals, from athletes to health professionals, to researchers but we haven’t had the o...2020-05-2251 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleManaging Gut Upset During Training or RacingLet's talk about Poo!  💩💩 If you have gut upset while racing or training - tune in! And if anything in this episode resonates with you and you would like to discuss it further with one of our team of performance dietitians, head on over to our Free Preliminary Assessment here.2020-05-1227 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleExpert Session: Caring for Our Female Athletes with Kate MahonyHello and welcome! I am so excited to release this episode. It feels like a while ago since I chatted to Kate Mahony (@Kate_Mahony_) on this topic due to the whole COVID-19 lockdown, which meant that we had to fast track a couple of other projects. But as soon as I was sent Kate's research paper on female athlete health, I emailed Kate to ask her to be a guest on our podcast. Kate Mahony is the current head of performance health at NSWIS after completing 3 years as a sports physiotherapist for cricket Australia. ...2020-05-0842 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleBonus Ep! Full CompeatCon Q&A – all of your questions answered!Well, this got a little bigger than anticipated! We shot for the stars, hoping to land on the moon, and here we are drifting in the stars! With less than one week to go, we still had plenty of questions flooding in regarding the conference, so I got my S--- together and answered them all in this week’s live! Whether you are a Sports Dietitian, Coach, Sports Scientist, Athlete, Active Individual or Corporate - there are sessions within these days that are going to blow your mind. We would love to...2020-04-2518 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleExpert Session: Hypothalamic Amenorrhea & Fertility with Amy GiannottiA reminder to look out for the inaugural CompeatCon on the 31st of April & 1st of May.  We have a stellar line-up of speakers coming together to speak on all things Performance. We bring in a lot of science but also a massive focus on resilience. All proceeds go towards projects in athlete wellbeing and an initiative to further the sports sciences profession.  Check it out here: https://conference.compeatnutrition.com/ Our next guest is an incredible human. Amy Giannotti (@amyleegiannotti)is a dietitian and sports dietitian, but also a powerhouse in many other areas including yoga, personal training, mentoring an...2020-04-2451 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleExpert Session: Working on our Relationship with Food and Exercise - with Sarah KingA reminder that we have an epic conference coming up!! Don't forget to lock in these dates: 31st of April & 1st of May We have a stellar line-up of speakers coming together to speak on all things Performance. We bring in a lot of science but also a massive focus on resilience. All proceeds go towards projects in athlete wellbeing and an initiative to further the sports sciences profession. Check it out here: https://conference.compeatnutrition.com/ Today, more than ever, we need to put resilience into action. We need to come together as a nurturing and supportive community of...2020-04-1751 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleExpert Session: Exercise & Immune Function with Prof David PyneWhat a month it has been! Different schedules, different environments, different challenges - all of which are impacting how we exercise and how we eat and, more importantly, how we interact with each other.  Here at Compeat Nutrition, we are all about performance nutrition and creating long-lasting habits. Which is why we are the firsts to admit we are not experts in neither exercise or immune function.  So For this podcast, we are getting in an absolute expert in his field, and that is the only way to put it. David "Piney" Pyne is an Exercise Physiologist who has had ex...2020-04-1042 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleExpert Session: Nutrition & Performance during Menopause with Mel MathesonWe work with a diverse range of athletes, from junior development, to everyday active, to elite. One group that we ADORE are our women that come to us wanting to adapt, improve and thrive - now that the kids have for older or left home, it is time for them. One topic that often gets overlooked in nutrition and performance nutrition though is menopause. It is also a topic that many shy away from asking about. So, here are a whole chunk of your questions rolled into one podcast with the an incredible practitioner - Mel. Mel Matheson is a...2020-04-0244 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleExpert Session: Nutrition Challenges in times of Crisis with Fiona SutherlandWe have the pleasure of welcoming a superstar in the space of nutrition and eating behaviours onto the Waffle. Fiona Sutherland (@themindfuldietitian) is a sports dietitian with over 15 years of experience in the field. Every time I hear her speak I always leave feeling more confident, calmer and with added insights into better supporting our clients. These times can be really challenging and confronting. There may be a lot of unprocessed emotions ramping up during this time and unexpected events just around the corner. The panic buying as a result of the COVID-19 breakout has caused major concerns to our...2020-03-2357 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleExpert Session: Finding Purpose & Direction with Leah GilbertWhat a week it has been in Australia following from the very big couple of months in the rest of the world. It has been a crazy anxiety-driven time, surrounded by a lot of fear, a lot of confusion and a lot of unknown. One of the big things that have happened over the last couple of weeks, particularly with our Compeat crew, has been the cancellation and postponement of many important events and seasons. With this has come a massive loss of direction, purpose and identify which has come from that shift in fear and change.  There's a really b...2020-03-201h 03The Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleNutrition for Ultra-Running - with Runlab Coach, Benn CoubroughIf you’re someone who enjoys distance running and ultras, then this one’s for you! First of all, we need to send out a massive thank you to the team at Runlab for giving their OK for us to share this one! Runlab are a running group that places a big focus on performance and delivering the best value & support to there runners (follow along on their socials @runlabhq). This was a private Live Q&A that we ran with the Runlab team on all things nutrition for ultrarunning. Special mention to Benn who sat in on this Q&A. T...2020-03-1151 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleExpert Session: Craig Pickering, Genetic Testing and PerformanceThe waffle has led to amazing opportunities to bring in experts from a range of fields to chat through all things nutrition and sport performance. Our ultimate goal has always been to translate the science into practical tips that you can apply in your everyday lives. This pod was born from a need to answer some important questions regarding genetic testing.  What is the place of genetic testing in sport, nutrition and overall health?  Who will find it useful?  When is it a waste of time? Genetic testing typically involves sending off a sample away for analysis and receiving back a r...2020-02-2852 minNTP PodcastNTP PodcastAndrew McCallum: CTO at Compeat NutritionOn this weeks episode I interview Andrew McCallum. Andrew’s had a lot of success in technology including a successful exit from his time in Sydney. Andrew and I talk all things technology, building teams and company culture as well as what he is currently working on as CTO at Compeat Nutrition. Hope you enjoy the episode!2020-02-2544 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleExpert Session: Hannah Baker, Shanghai Sports DietitianIn this week’s episode, we have invited a special guest to share her insight into all things China. Hannah is a sports dietitian currently practicing in Shanghai having spent the last 4 years there. We came across Hannah through Instagram (@shangainutrition) and was really intrigued with her story. We wanted to know how she ended up in Shanghai and how that has impacted her practice. In this episode, we discuss Hannah’s personal story, the challenges of moving to China and what she has loved about working in a foreign country. Which is very interesting because this has taken a diff...2020-02-1746 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleHealth vs. Body Composition vs. Performance. Where is the compromise?This time of year so much of our focus can be on external measures -body composition changes in particular. How can you ensure that you are balancing these external goals with ensuring performance, fuelling and adequate energy availability? I always view this dilemma as a triangle. The key goals our clients have will usually involve Body Composition change, Performance and Health. Sometimes one of these, sometimes all three. Within this, at different points of the year and depending on the individual, our focus upon these goals change and adapt. Join us on this podcast as we chat through how you...2020-02-0626 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleMetabolism - what is it and how is it affected?ACCESS OUR SHOW NOTES AT https://www.compeatnutrition.com/what-impacts-your-metabolism/ BMR OR Basal Metabolic Rate is defined as the amount of energy you would need to function at rest. The amount of energy you need to perform the most basic (basal) functions to sustain life - breathing, circulation and cell production included. This number does not include walking, playing with the kids, chasing after the dog, stairs, hanging out washing, lifting weights, running, cycling, circuit trading, etc etc. you get the drift 😅 Your BMR is measured accurately with gas analysis, but it is possible to get a guesstimate using your age...2020-01-2924 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleAthlete Spotlight: Emma Bunn, cyclistWe've all been there! We're trying to balance all balls in the air - whether that be work, life, family, sport - and not necessarily holding all things up at one time. This is exactly why we wanted to give a voice to our every day active individuals who are doing incredible things! For this episode of the Compeat Waffle, you'll be hearing from Emma Bunn. She has been a crew member with Compeat for a while now and we've loved working with her on all things nutrition while also getting to know her dreams, ambitions and drive. Emma is...2020-01-0235 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleExpert Session: Sodium & Sweat with Alan McCubbinWe welcome a very special guest on the Waffle this week, Advanced Sports Dietitian Alan McCubbin! Alan is an expert in all things sweat and sodium, recently completing his PhD in this very topic! So we have borrowed his knowledge to find out what sodium is, if/when it is important in sport, how to replace sodium and his thoughts around sweat testing. We also touch on timing, whether it affects cramps and much much more! Sodium and hydration can be really tricky topics with a lot of detail. It’s often hard to understand the complicated science that exists be...2019-12-1346 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleAthlete Spotlight: Declan Irvine - pro cyclist with Team Novonordisk🚴‍♂️ DECLAN IRVINE 🚴‍♂️ It is time to put the spotlight on one of our athletes that has been with us before we even launched. Dec is an individual that has shown that a diagnosis of Type 1 Diabetes doesn’t need to mean the end of sporting dreams. @declanirvine, at just 19, announced his launch into the pro racing team for @teamnovonordisk as a stagiaire. Dec is the definition of commitment and professionalism in an athlete. He works damn hard, asks questions and takes responsibility in every component of performance. Since starting to work with Dec we have watched him become a Masterchef and whiz in nutritio...2019-12-0442 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleNutrition and Hydration in the HeatToday's waffle podcast is all about training and competing in the heat! Firstly, we cover the physiology of training or competing in the heat. Without understanding what the body is doing, it becomes harder to understand what we can do with our food to combat the heat and gain better adaptations from it. These include: * Hydration strategies * Electrolyte replacement * Cooling strategies * Recovery * And much much more  You will leave this podcast with really easy actionable ideas for the next time you're competing in hot events. As you can imagine, there ARE some risks associated with heat-based training so we want t...2019-11-2530 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WafflePlant Based / Vegan Eating & PerformanceFREE NUTRITION ASSESSMENT FROM SPORT NUTRITION PROFESSIONALS!! https://compeatnutrition.typeform.com/to/K8iY8Q Is plant-based eating superior when it comes to sports performance?  With the recent release of the "Game Changers" doco, this is a question that has been popping up a lot! That's why we have dedicated a full podcast episode to answering all your questions and going through what needs to be considered for sports performance and general health when moving towards a vegan way of eating. .   We thought that we would go through all the evidence surrounding plant-based eating and what it ac...2019-11-0445 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleNutrition for PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome)FREE NUTRITION ASSESSMENT FROM SPORT NUTRITION PROFESSIONALS!! https://compeatnutrition.typeform.com/to/K8iY8Q We're talking all things polycystic ovarian Syndrome (or PCOS for short). Ali, the host of today's episode is an advanced sports dietitian and in this episode she goes through: What PCOS is Who can get PCOS  What are the symptoms The causes Health implications How to manage PCOS The impact on the athlete If you have any further questions or simply want to keep up to date with all the cool stuff we have going on, make sure to check out our s...2019-09-2637 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleAthlete Spotlight: Lavinia Kava, Strongman AthleteFREE NUTRITION ASSESSMENT FROM SPORT NUTRITION PROFESSIONALS!! https://compeatnutrition.typeform.com/to/K8iY8Q Our latest guest is one that we've been so excited to interview! Lavinia Kava (@lychee.strong) is a Strong(woman) and all round legend! Her messaging, her Journey and the beautiful words she uses to explain how far she's come in the last three years just needed to be shared with the world. She has achieved these goals through small gradual changes that adapted and changed over time. She didn't necessarily have a major end goal in mind all the time, but...2019-09-0346 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleNutrition for Shift WorkFREE NUTRITION ASSESSMENT FROM SPORT NUTRITION PROFESSIONALS!! https://compeatnutrition.typeform.com/to/K8iY8Q This next podcast has been released following an overwhelming response after our live Q/A on all things shift work! We know it was a complete oversight that we hadn't covered this topic before so we're really excited to share it with you. There's no doubting the dangers, health impacts and challenges that shift workers face, day-in and day-out. When we're looking at shift work, the challenges are really multi-dimensional: you have poor sleep, changes in the circadian rhythm and issues with...2019-08-2834 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleNutrition Coaching: Habit Focused Behaviour ChangeFREE NUTRITION ASSESSMENT FROM SPORT NUTRITION PROFESSIONALS!! https://compeatnutrition.typeform.com/to/K8iY8Q In this episode we are discussing all things behaviour change.  Even when we know what to eat or how to exercise, what stops us from execution or sustaining change long-term? In this podcast, we talk a lot around behaviour change, different friction points and realigning our positive outlook to change nutrition habits. We also explore what tools we have at our disposal beyond just following a nutrition plan and how these can be more conducive to long term success. If you have a...2019-08-1436 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleEmily Kempson, An Athlete Story - Ultraman Oz ChampFREE NUTRITION ASSESSMENT FROM SPORT NUTRITION PROFESSIONALS!! https://compeatnutrition.typeform.com/to/K8iY8Q Emily Kempson. As soon as we saw her story as The youngest Ultraman Champ, we had to lock her down for a chat. At just 26, to accomplish such a feat is simply incredible. She puts a perspective on individual endurance achievements that is rare to hear, with a maturity well beyond what could ever be anticipated. We apologise for the sound quality of parts of this conversation. We have done our best to improve it as much as possible, but we are...2019-07-2649 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleIron & Performance with Ali DisherFREE NUTRITION ASSESSMENT FROM SPORT NUTRITION PROFESSIONALS!! https://compeatnutrition.typeform.com/to/K8iY8Q In this episode we are discussing all things iron. It's a very common question that we get asked, and it's often overlooked as a serious health problem. Nowadays we pass off tiredness for lack of sleep, over-training or being busy with work. However, Iron may be the true culprit - which is where the discussion was born. Join Advanced Sports Dietitian, Ali Disher as we talk through the basics of Iron (why it is important, how much we need and how it...2019-07-1940 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleAn Athlete Story: Nick Locandro on all things Cycling and raising Dementia AwarenessFREE NUTRITION ASSESSMENT FROM SPORT NUTRITION PROFESSIONALS!! https://compeatnutrition.typeform.com/to/K8iY8Q There isn’t many under 30 year olds that can say they have raised $50000 for a cause and started a non-for-profit, but this cyclist is one of them. Nick is a National Road Series rider for Suburu Anchorpoint, who in his ‘spare time’ plans and conquers some incredible challenges all in the name of awareness for Dementia. After losing his Dad at just 61yo to Early Onset Dementia, Nick is on a mission with purpose. Using his skills on the bike for a bigger...2019-07-1234 minDayOne.FMDayOne.FMDaniel & Alicia Edge from CompEAT NutritionToday you’re going to hear the story of Alicia, Daniel and CompEAT Nutrition. The concept of CompEAT first planted itself in Daniel & Alicia’s mind in 2016. Since then they’ve bootstrapped it themselves for quite some time and invested a lot of themselves into bringing this amazing company into existence, they eventually went through the ICON Slingshot program at the Newcastle University’s Integrated Innovation Network and all while raising a young family.Daniel & Alicia are trying to fix a real problem and it’s a two-sided problem. CompEAT Nutrition are well on their way to solving th...2019-07-0129 minWelcome to Day One with Adam SpencerWelcome to Day One with Adam SpencerDaniel & Alicia Edge from CompEAT NutritionToday you’re going to hear the story of Alicia, Daniel and CompEAT Nutrition. The concept of CompEAT first planted itself in Daniel & Alicia’s mind in 2016. Since then they’ve bootstrapped it themselves for quite some time and invested a lot of themselves into bringing this amazing company into existence, they eventually went through the ICON Slingshot program at the Newcastle University’s Integrated Innovation Network and all while raising a young family.Daniel & Alicia are trying to fix a real problem and it’s a two-sided problem. CompEAT Nutrition are well on their way to solving th...2019-07-0129 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleNutrition and Immune Function - the strategies that ACTUALLY WORK!Immune Function! Between the supplements, the influencers and the rumours, it is hard to work out what actually works or has possible evidence. In the podcast, join Alicia Edge (am Advanced Sports Dietitian) to chat through what influences immune function, key points in time we are at higher risk of poor immune function, and what we can do with food and supps to support our immune system.2019-07-0124 minRestaurant Unstoppable with Eric CacciatoreRestaurant Unstoppable with Eric Cacciatore617: Kristi Turner on Compeat Restaurant Management SoftwareKristi Turner is the Chief Marketing Office at Compeat Restaurant Management Software who just recently achieved Hospitality Technology Top Women in Restaurant Tech Lifetime Achievement Award. Compeat is arguably the most comprehensive and integrated Accounting, Back Office, Workforce and Intelligence solution in the restaurant industry. Compeat has been recommended organically 11 times on the show. Sooo.... Today we're here to learn more about the history of Compeat, Compeat's feature and to discuss the value and importance of thinking holistically when choosing your restaurant technology solutions. Please refer to Episode 477: Mason Ayer on The Benefits...2019-05-2340 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleExercise Associated Muscle Cramps - all nutrition or something else?Nothing evokes conversation, opinions and remedies like muscle cramps. Most of us have had the ‘pleasure’ of feeling one of these in training or competition– or even just while resting quietly. In a flash, your competition goals can dissipate and you are left looking for answers and preventions to avoid the pain next time.  In this podcast we cover all things cramping! How to get the most out of nutrition and supplements, and what you can do AWAY from the kitchen to minimise your risk. In the podcast, we also mention Magnesium, but this mineral gets covered in way more detail...2019-05-2328 minThe WHY MARKETING PodcastThe WHY MARKETING PodcastKristi Turner (COMPEAT) | Serving Up the Good Stuff!This week we sit down to chat with Kristi Turner the CMO of Compeat about her impressive 27-year marketing career and what her team of SaaS marketers are 'serving up' for their customers of restaurant and bar owners!2019-05-2025 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleSam Bloom: The power of sport after adversitySam Bloom is a mother, a wife, an athlete and a survivor. Join us as we chat through her journey and the challenges faced after the 2013 accident that changed everything. We talk through how sport and a magpie were her two keys in survival and mental strength through it all; that it is ok to mourn and to feel after something awful happens; and the importance in redefining your identity after adversity. Sam’s honesty in experience is truly something special. A story that has touched so many that a movie about her, starring Naomi Watts, is set for filming fr...2019-05-1047 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WafflePerformance Supplement: Caffeine☕☕ Caffeine.. One hell of a supplement! ☕☕ There is no denying the tremendous benefits that caffeine can have on our overall mood and performance in sport.  While caffeine is predominately gulped down in delicious cups of coffee all over the world, it has also recently surfaced as one of the prime supplements used by professional and amateur athletes alike. The use of commercial caffeine supplements has made it easier to achieve the correct dosage for improved sports performance. However, even though caffeine supplements have clear benefits, they can also be detrimental for certain individuals. The main things we'll discuss include: Caffeine related t...2019-04-2318 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleNutrition for Recovery and DOMSThis episode was born from hearing the groans of all our active followers returning to full training in January. As is usually the case when returning to training after the holidays, your body may leave you leaving a little bit worse for wear. That is exactly why we couldn't believe we still hadn't touched on Nutrition and recovery at all! Well the wait is over... In this Podcast Episode we cover: The 4Rs of recovery: Repair, Refuel, Rehydrate, Revitalise. What do they mean? What do they involve? What recovery supplements are backed by evidence? The metabolic window of opportunity When...2019-04-0145 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleJacqui Bell: Ultra Running for Mental Health and PurposeJacqui Bell is an individual that exudes passion and inspiration. At just 23 years of age she became the youngest female in the world to complete the ‘4 Deserts’ - Four ultramarathons each encompassing 250km of self sufficient running in tough terrain. We had the opportunity to chat to her about her why, her experience, her learnings and what the future holds for this remarkable human.2019-02-1146 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleIs Breakfast the Most Important Meal of the Day?With a review recently published by Monash in The BMJ, we thought we would chat through breakfast - is it really the most important meal of the day? Does skipping breakfast really lead to weight gain, overeating later in the day or reduce your metabolism?2019-01-3130 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleIntermittent Fasting⌚ Intermittent Fasting - Is it for you?? ⌚ Intermittent fasting is a new trend but has actually been around for years in various forms. It involves changing WHEN you eat rather than WHAT you eat!  This trend, if used appropriately, may be a positive lifestyle change and not just a fad “diet”. In fact, its non-restrictive nature can make it the perfect weight-loss and health tool! However, it really isn’t for everyone! In today's episode we cover: The pros and cons of fasting; The various forms of intermittent fasting; The 5:2 approach and how to follow it safely; Do you lose muscle...2019-01-2633 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleIntro to Supplements🔥 During this Live, we talk Supplements - which ones actually work & when should you take them 🔥   We get questions regarding supplements almost every day so we've collated some of the best information going around. No more guesswork when it comes to supplements. Important points of discussion include: How to check if a supplement is legal Are supplements safe? Do supplements actually help performance? When should you be taking supplements? In future episodes we'll be covering ketone supplementation, Creatine, Nitrates and much much more!!2019-01-0851 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleChloe McLeod: Nutrition for FODMAP Intolerance & InflammationChloe McLeod, Advanced Sports Dietitian, joins us for the Compeat Waffle to chat through her passions in Gut Health. Chloe provides some fabulous (and simple!) changes we can make from today to improve our gut Heath. We also touch on nutrition for inflammation and also what to consider if you do suffer from gut upset during events.2018-12-131h 05The Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleMichael Beauchamp: Athlete Leadership and Finding Identity After RetirementMichael Beauchamp is a professional Australian Footballer that is an all round brilliant guy both on and off the pitch. Recently retired, he shares some incredibly honest insights with calls to action for athletes starting their career, within their career and approaching the end of their career. An influencer in a real world, not social media, Michael motivates through example. A true leader of the game that brings with him a discussion that was a pleasure to host!2018-11-2957 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleRachael Howard: Running with the Indigenous Marathon Project and Living with an Eating DisorderIt is our pleasure to welcome Rach into our studio this week. One of our Compeat athletes and an all round incredible human. This Pod is filled with an amazing story through a life with an Eating Disorder, her inspiring journey with The Indigenous Marathon Project and some honest insights into where she is at now and where she hopes to be.2018-10-3039 minThe Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleLeah Gilbert (Part 2): Body PositivityWe couldn’t resist but to invite Leah (Sports Counsellor) back for a second chat to cover all things Body Positivity and simply the power in being present. Join us as Leah provides some incredible insights into her journey with food and movement, with an invitation to all to be curious with compassion. Leah brings some beautiful calls to action and some topics that are so important for everyone to be a part of.2018-10-121h 04The Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleShane Perkins: A Story of Russia & Maximising OpportunityIf you haven’t had an opportunity to hear Shane Perkins journey in professional cycling, do not miss this discussion. Shane is a World Champion Sprint Cyclist, an Olympic Medalist and simply one of the most professional athletes you will come across. Join us as we chat through his epic journey in cycling, how he came to become a Russian citizen on the road to Tokyo 2020 and of course we ask all about the Russian doping scandal. Enjoy all of the gems of knowledge he throws in to inspire and action you on your way to continual improvement.2018-09-271h 28The Compeat WaffleThe Compeat WaffleLeah Gilbert (Part 1): Stress Resilience and Overtraining SyndromeJoin us for the inaugural episode of The Compeat Waffle! We are so excited for you to meet the radiant Leah Gilbert. With both undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in psychology, her values reside in the belief that we are all worthy of support in the pursuit of potential. Through a journey of self discovery and curiosity, she is fast becoming well known in the field of athlete resilience, mental fatigue and overtraining syndrome. There are so many takeaways and achievable calls to action to take from this chat. Her own experience in seeking optimal performance really does shine through in...2018-08-3149 min