Fueling Active Adults: Training, Recovery, and Real Life with Beth McCall, MS, RD, CSSD (ep – 84)

Calling all active adults, current athletes, and former athletes, we are talking about you! 

In this episode, Dr. Ginger Hultin is joined once again by sports dietitian Beth McCall, MS, RD, CSSD, to explore what fueling looks like for active adults. Together, Beth and Ginger unpack how recovery, energy needs, and nutrition priorities can change with age, and why adults often need to think beyond simply their workouts to support the stress load of everyday life. The conversation also dives into the emotional side of health and performance, including body changes, identity shifts for former athletes, and the pressure many adults feel to meet expectations around food and fitness.

Whether you’re getting back into exercise, trying to support your recovery more intentionally, or simply looking for a realistic way to fuel your body, this episode has it all! 

In this episode, we’ll cover:

[00:00:01] Fueling an active adult life as your body changes

[00:02:25] How recovery, stress, and nutrition shift with age

[00:03:21] Matching your fuel to your activity type

[00:05:24] Simple meal prep for busy adults: protein, carb, color

[00:07:02] Calories as energy, not punishment

[00:08:13] The 4 Rs of recovery: rebuild, refuel, rehydrate, reduce inflammation

[00:12:33] Movement, identity, and navigating change as a former athlete

[00:15:57] BMI, DEXA scans, and how to think about body data

Connect with Dr. Ginger Hultin on Instagram, LinkedIn or her website. 

Connect with Beth McCall on Instagram, LinkedIn or website. 

Disclaimer: The material presented in this podcast, is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. You should seek the recommendation of a medical professional regarding a medical condition or treatment or before starting a new nutrition and/or health regimen. 

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