Why Your Nutrition Might Be Holding You Back

If you feel stuck, exhausted, or constantly injured... your fueling could be the culprit.

As a runner, you know how hard it is to find reliable nutrition advice online.

One article says you really don't need carbs at all and should probably avoid them.

Another article says fuel before every run, and take gels every half hour.

It seems like everyone on Instagram swears by fasted running, keto, or going full carnivore.

Your friend says she only eats “clean” and it works great for her.

And somehow none of what you read seems to be the right fit for you.

So after all that time, energy, and scrolling, you’re still left guessing.

You’re showing up for your workouts.

You’re following your training plan.

You’re dedicated, motivated, and consistent.

But…

Your easy runs often feel harder than they should, like, way harder.

You fade in the second half of your long runs and races.

Your appetite seems all over the map- you're sometimes not hungry at all after a run, but at other times you can't stay out of the pantry no matter what you do.

You honestly can’t tell if you’re under-eating or over-eating.

You’ve tried 'eating less and moving more' to lose weight, but your strength and stamina immediately tank.

You're battling GI issues or injuries that you hope a better fueling plan will address.

The reality is you’re working hard.

But you’re not seeing the performance gains or the body composition changes you expected.

And underneath all of it is the same question:

“Am I actually doing this whole nutrition thing the right way?”

If you’re tired of Googling, scrolling, and second-guessing every meal — you’re not alone.

You don’t need more discipline.

You don’t need to eat less and move more

You just need a fueling strategy that actually supports the work you’re already doing.

That’s exactly what Fuel Smarter, Run Stronger is built to do.

With this course you'll

  • Learn to fuel properly for your unique needs

    Understand how much to eat whether you're gearing up for a race, in a base building phase, or taking it easy in the off season

  • Choose the right foods

    Understand exactly what to eat before, during, and after training to support your running performance, improve body composition, and support overall health

  • Discover a healthier relationship with food

    No more second guessing every bite or crushing guilt after every meal. Gain confidence in your eating habits and finally feel good about them

  • Get the support you need to see a real difference

    Get support, accountability, and the answers to your questions with live monthly Q&A calls and email support

Course curriculum

    1. Hello and Welcome!

    2. Live Call Schedule and Q&A

    3. Tell me more about yourself

    1. Eat Enough to Fuel Your Training

    2. Nutrition Periodization - Base Building

    3. Nutrition Periodization - Training Phase

    4. Nutrition Periodization - Off Season

    1. Carbohydrates 101

    2. Protein 101

    3. Fats 101

    4. Sample Meal Plans and Recipe Collections

    1. What to Eat Before You Run

    1. Training...For Your Gut!?

    2. Fluids and Hydration

    3. What to Eat During Your Run

    1. What to Eat After Your Run

    2. Nutrition for Injury Prevention and Rehab

About this course

  • $197.00
  • 4 hours of video content

Investment

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What people are saying about Fuel Smarter, Run Stronger

“Following the Athlete's Plates are going to help me a lot!”

Jodi

“I am eating more carbs than I normally would and have zero post supper sugar cravings!”

Tanya

“Your program really helped me understand that I wasn't eating enough and running fasted a lot. I noticed a big improvement when I paid more attention to what and how much I ate. Thank you❤️”

Michelle

Put an end to the nutrition guesswork

Start fueling confidently now

Your Instructor

Stephanie Hnatiuk

Owner, Stephanie Hnatiuk Performance Nutrition

Hey there! I’m Steph, The Runner’s Dietitian. I’m a Registered Dietitian, Certified Running Coach and Personal Trainer, and host of the Fuel Run Recover podcast. For over 10 years, I’ve helped thousands of runners fuel smarter, train stronger, and finally feel confident in their nutrition strategy. My work sits at the intersection of performance and practicality, blending evidence-based sports nutrition with real-life training demands. I specialize in helping runners stop guessing what to eat before, during, and after their runs, so they can improve energy, recovery, body composition, and race-day execution. I created this program to give runners the clear, step-by-step fueling strategy most of us were never actually taught, so you can support the work you’re already doing and get more from every mile.

Ready to Run Stronger?

It all starts with fueling smarter