Nicole Chenard

About Nicole Chenard

Your body is constantly communicating. Learn how to decode the signals. Helping you improve your health with confidence 🏆 Nicole Chenard, MS, RD, LDN, has helped develop some of the most ground-breaking performance programs with a special expertise in sports nutrition, fitness and lifestyle coaching. She is the host of the Nicole Chenard podcast, where she interviews legendary clinicians, professional athletes, chefs and experts about food science, performance, health law and evidenced-based success. For her ground-breaking work in the field, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics named Nicole "Emerging Dietetic Leader of the Year 2020" and she has been described as "Master Class" by her medical mentors.

Publisher

Nicole Chenard, MS, RD, LDN

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

25 Aug 2021

Latest episode

7 Aug 2026

Latest episodes

1 of 31 episodes have a transcript.

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   7 Aug 2026TRANSCRIPT

   You Already Know Everything. So What's Getting In Your Way?

   In this episode, Nicole Chenard, MS, RD, LDN breaks down one of the most uncomfortable truths in health, relationships and leadership: Sometimes the thing keeping you stuck is not lack of discipline, it’s your ego. This episode matters because it shows how identity protection can quietly sabotage your ability to change, ask for help from other experts, and face reality before it's too late. Topics discussed: How ego is not the same as arrogance, but a survival mechanism that protects your identity Why high performers often resist feedback, even when it could help their health, relationships, or performance The difference between ego and confidence and why that distinction changes everything How “I’m fine” can actually be an identity defense How ego can disguise itself as discipline through overtraining, under-resting, and refusing help Why real confidence means you can be wrong, get new information, and change direction without shame The core question this episode leaves you with: What are you actually defending? Ego protects the story you tell yourself about who you are Health and relationships require honesty and vulnerability, not self-protection Strong people don’t need to prove suffering to validate strength Key takeaways:Timestamps:00:00 - How ego quietly blocks health, coaching, and leadership 01:01 - Why identity protection fights reality 03:00 - Ego is not arrogance, it is the story you protect 04:45 - Identity-protective responses high performers use 06:09 - “I’m fine” as a hidden defense 07:08 - When expertise turns into defensiveness 08:03 - Ego vs confidence: the real difference 09:21 - How ego disguises itself as discipline 10:25 - You can change your mind without losing yourself 11:20 - The questions that expose what you are defending 11:48 - Caterpillar to butterfly: why growth demands a new identity If you liked the show, the best way to pay it forward is to share it with someone who could benefit from this information. You never know who may really need it. Thank you so much for listening. It means a lot every time you like, share, subscribe, and leave a rating and comments. https://nicolechenard.com (https://nicolechenard.com) to learn more & book services. Want to request a future topic? Send requests to: admin@nicolechenard.com

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   31 Jul 2026

   The Truth About Low Testosterone: What Actually Works Before Medication

   Unlocking Your Body’s Hidden Power: The Clear Path to Natural Testosterone & Vitality. This episode unpacks the critical science behind blood flow, cardiovascular health, and how your body's entire system functions—it's not just about testosterone. If you're tired of chasing pills and quick fixes, this is your wake-up call to build a foundation that actually works. Key topics: The story of elite intelligence agencies and how their logistics model mirrors your body’s design Practical steps: Improving blood flow, reducing inflammation, and strengthening your transport routes Your body’s systems as an intelligence network: hormones, blood flow, and supply lines Why blood flow issues, not just testosterone levels, are often at the root of sexual health and energy The importance of arteries’ flexibility, nitric oxide, and vascular health for overall vitality How lifestyle choices like weightlifting, hydration, sleep, and stress management support your body’s internal infrastructure Why erectile dysfunction can be a warning sign of cardiovascular issues long before symptoms appear Your body’s health is interconnected—systemic health beats isolated hormone fixing Understanding vascular health - Harvard Health (https://www.health.harvard.edu/) Nicole Chenard’s Website (https://nicolechenard.com/) Connect with Nicole: If you're ready to step back from the quick fixes and nurture your body's entire system, this episode is your blueprint. It’s not about immediate results, it's about creating a foundation that lets your body do what it was designed to do—powerfully and naturally. Share this with the guy who’s spent hundreds on supplements but hasn’t looked at the basics. Let’s build real health, from the inside out.

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   24 Jul 2026

   Your Trainer Says the Plan Is Working: Your Body Says Otherwise: RED-S & Underfueling

   Unlock Your Body’s Hidden Saboteur: Nicole Chenard, MS, RD, LDN covers The Truth About Underfueling & RED-S. Are you pushing yourself to the brink—exhausted, gaining weight, or feeling not quite right—and nobody’s telling you why? It's time to face the raw truth: your body is scared, starving, and desperately trying to tell you something's wrong. This episode exposes the silent killer that’s sabotaging your health—whether you’re an athlete, a busy professional, or just someone tired of feeling like crap. In this episode: The shocking signs of relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-S) that all high performers need to hear Why starving your body destroys hormones, immune health, and your sanity—not just your weight The myth that 'healthy eating' equals enough calories—what no one told you How sleep, stress, and social influences sabotage your efforts The importance of individualized nutrition plans over cookie-cutter carb blasters that never work! Operation Supplement Safety (OPSS) is the Department of Defense dietary supplement and substance program for the military (https://opss.org) Nicole Chenard - Website & Resources (https://nicolechenard.com/) Timestamps:00:01 - The hidden danger in restriction: Understanding RED-S and underfueling 00:30 - How your body prioritizes survival over performance and health 01:28 - Who is actually affected by underfueling—beyond elite athletes 02:25 - The silent sabotage: How trainers unaware of nutritional basics mislead high performers 02:54 - Common symptoms: fatigue, hair loss, low libido, and brain fog 03:24 - The role of supplements and the danger of unregulated substances in sleep problems 04:22 - The impact of underfueling on hormonal health and menstrual cycles 04:50 - Low testosterone, poor recovery, and mood issues in men 05:19 - Myths busted: eating healthy isn’t enough, weight doesn’t equal fuel 06:19 - How underfueling is diagnosed and addressed—tailored plans, not one-size-fits-all 07:09 - The importance of sleep hygiene, stress management, and social influences (https://nicolechenard.com)

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You Already Know Everything. So What's Getting In Your Way?

Published 7 Aug 2026 · Transcript excerpt

[…] Expertise says I know. Wisdom says something doesn't make sense here. Let me look again. We need to gather more data. In the case of ego versus confidence, ego says I I need to be right. Confidence says I can handle finding out I was wrong. Ego says I already know this. Confidence says what am I missing here? Ego says asking for help means I couldn't do it myself. Confidence says I know when another person's expertise will get me there faster. Ego says I have to prove I can tolerate this. Confidence says I don't need suffering to validate my strength. Ego says changing course means the original decision I made was a mistake. […]

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23 ratings

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