by rmcconville | Apr 29, 2026 | RED-S (Female Athlete Triad)
If you work with athletes, it’s rare for them to come to you saying, “I think I have low energy availability.” Usually, they come in with a host of symptoms, like they’re always bloated, can’t use the bathroom regularly, always feel full, or can’t tolerate food during...
by rmcconville | Apr 15, 2026 | RED-S (Female Athlete Triad)
Endurance athletes can have the perfect training block… strong fitness, dialed-in pacing, and feel totally ready to crush a race. But if you don’t know how to train your gut, race day can fall apart fast. I share a case like this in my new book about a well-trained...
by rmcconville | Mar 31, 2026 | Uncategorized
You feel full, maybe even uncomfortably full. But somehow… you’re still underfueled. This is one of the most confusing and overlooked patterns I see in athletes. You’re eating regularly, choosing “healthy” foods, and trying to do everything right. Yet you’re dealing...
by rmcconville | Mar 18, 2026 | Uncategorized
Many endurance athletes are told they have Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), or they tell themselves that’s what it must be. They try cutting foods, adjusting fiber intake, timing meals, and avoiding anything that might upset their stomach before training. And yet… the...
by rmcconville | Mar 3, 2026 | RED-S (Female Athlete Triad)
High cholesterol in athletes can feel confusing and even alarming, especially when you train consistently, prioritize performance, and consider your diet “heart-healthy.” Many endurance athletes are surprised to see elevated LDL or total cholesterol on routine labs,...
