The Fuel Run Recover Podcast · Episode 37 · October 22, 2025 · 42 min

Is This Calorie Mistake Sabotaging Your Progress?

During a recent 3-hour treadmill run, I noticed something wild — my treadmill said I burned 2400 calories, while my watch only said 1300. That got me thinking about how inaccurate the calorie tracking information can be, and how many runners wind up making nutrition decisions based on misleading data. In this episode, we’re breaking down: Why calorie burn estimates from your watch or treadmill aren’t reliable The problem with “eating back” your exercise calories How this mindset keeps runners stuck, tired, and frustrated What to focus on instead to fuel smarter and see real results If you’ve ever wondered how much you should eat after your long run — this one’s for you. Looking for the resources mentioned in today's episode? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get your free fueling audit here!⁠ ⁠⁠ And if you’re ready for more support, I’ve got options—whether it’s my brand-new ebook ⁠ ⁠ Fuel Smarter, Run Stronger ⁠⁠ , my group program ⁠ ⁠ The Fuel Train Recover Club ,⁠⁠ or personalized ⁠ ⁠1:1 coaching ⁠⁠ this fall.