<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:psc="http://podlove.org/simple-chapters" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[The Wendi Irlbeck Show]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p><b>Fuel your faith. Strengthen your body. Sharpen your mind.</b></p><p>This 30-minute weekly podcast delivers powerful, practical conversations at the intersection of <b>faith, fitness, health, and leadership</b>—equipping you to live stronger, lead with purpose, and stay rooted in Christ.</p><p></p><p>Each episode provides <b>actionable strategies you can apply immediately</b>, whether you’re:</p><ul><li>Fueling student-athletes for performance and confidence</li><li>Eating well on a budget without extremes</li><li>Staying fit and energized as a busy professional</li><li>Growing spiritually while navigating leadership, discipline, and life<p></p></li></ul><p>Hosted by <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com/meet-your-coaches/" target="_blank"><b>Wendi A. Irlbeck, MS, RDN, LD, CISSN</b></a>—charismatic, highly sought-after speaker; Christian author; registered dietitian; certified sports nutritionist; entrepreneur; and nonprofit leader this show blends <b>science, Scripture, and real-world experience</b> to help you grow <b>mind, body, and spirit</b> without burnout.</p><p></p><p>Created for <b>coaches, parents, athletes, educators, dietitians, trainers, business owners, and emerging leaders</b>, this podcast is for anyone pursuing better health and a deeper walk with Christ.</p><p>Come for the clarity. Stay for the conviction.</p><p><br />Leave equipped to live and lead with strength and faith.</p><p></p><p>Follow Wendi on Social media!</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/nutrition_with_wendi/" target="_blank">Instagram</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://x.com/Wendi_Irlbeck" target="_blank">Twitter</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@Devotions_with_Wendi" target="_blank">Youtube</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@devotions_with_wendi" target="_blank">Tiktok</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/NutritionwithWendi/" target="_blank">Facebook</a></p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.amazon.com/Devotions-Wendi-5-Minute-Moments-Build/dp/B0F7V352D3/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0" target="_blank">Get a copy of Wendi's 365 day devotional on Amazon</a>! Five- minute moments to grow your faith!</p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com/contact/" target="_blank">Get in touch</a> with Wendi for speaking events, coaching, elite nutrition <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com/ebooks-and-downloads/" target="_blank">fueling plans</a> and MORE! Support Wendi's mission and the<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.devotionswithwendi.com/" target="_blank"> non-profit today! </a><br /></p><p></p>]]></description><link>www.nutritionwithwendi.com</link><generator>Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)</generator><lastBuildDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 17:59:10 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://api.riverside.com/hosting/nlDvh0Ag.rss" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><author><![CDATA[wendi irlbeck]]></author><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 22:59:26 GMT</pubDate><copyright><![CDATA[2026 wendi irlbeck]]></copyright><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><ttl>60</ttl><category><![CDATA[Health & Fitness]]></category><category><![CDATA[Christianity]]></category><itunes:author>wendi irlbeck</itunes:author><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Fuel your faith. Strengthen your body. Sharpen your mind.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This 30-minute weekly podcast delivers powerful, practical conversations at the intersection of &lt;b&gt;faith, fitness, health, and leadership&lt;/b&gt;—equipping you to live stronger, lead with purpose, and stay rooted in Christ.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Each episode provides &lt;b&gt;actionable strategies you can apply immediately&lt;/b&gt;, whether you’re:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Fueling student-athletes for performance and confidence&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Eating well on a budget without extremes&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Staying fit and energized as a busy professional&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Growing spiritually while navigating leadership, discipline, and life&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;Hosted by &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com/meet-your-coaches/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;b&gt;Wendi A. Irlbeck, MS, RDN, LD, CISSN&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;—charismatic, highly sought-after speaker; Christian author; registered dietitian; certified sports nutritionist; entrepreneur; and nonprofit leader this show blends &lt;b&gt;science, Scripture, and real-world experience&lt;/b&gt; to help you grow &lt;b&gt;mind, body, and spirit&lt;/b&gt; without burnout.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Created for &lt;b&gt;coaches, parents, athletes, educators, dietitians, trainers, business owners, and emerging leaders&lt;/b&gt;, this podcast is for anyone pursuing better health and a deeper walk with Christ.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Come for the clarity. Stay for the conviction.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Leave equipped to live and lead with strength and faith.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Follow Wendi on Social media!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.instagram.com/nutrition_with_wendi/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Instagram&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://x.com/Wendi_Irlbeck&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Twitter&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.youtube.com/@Devotions_with_Wendi&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Youtube&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.tiktok.com/@devotions_with_wendi&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Tiktok&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.facebook.com/NutritionwithWendi/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Facebook&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.amazon.com/Devotions-Wendi-5-Minute-Moments-Build/dp/B0F7V352D3/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Get a copy of Wendi&apos;s 365 day devotional on Amazon&lt;/a&gt;! Five- minute moments to grow your faith!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com/contact/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Get in touch&lt;/a&gt; with Wendi for speaking events, coaching, elite nutrition &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com/ebooks-and-downloads/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;fueling plans&lt;/a&gt; and MORE! Support Wendi&apos;s mission and the&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.devotionswithwendi.com/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; non-profit today! &lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><itunes:owner><itunes:name>wendi irlbeck</itunes:name><itunes:email>wendi@nutritionwithwendi.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:category text="Health &amp; Fitness"/><itunes:category text="Religion &amp; Spirituality"><itunes:category text="Christianity"/></itunes:category><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/06aaf914-4438-4ed9-8490-4050b851f8c0/logos/4e91b681-cd13-46fb-af97-036d521fb5d1.png"/><item><title><![CDATA[ Episode 14: Rest, Recovery & Why Athletes Need Better Nutrition — Not More Summer Tournaments
]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, we’re tackling a critical message as summer heats up: Athletes need more rest, recovery, and better nutrition — NOT more showcases, tournaments, and year-round specialized training.We also dive deep into why obedience matters and how it sharpens our faith, pulling powerful lessons from the Book of Acts and the transformation of Saul to Paul.What We Cover:</p><ul><li>Why youth sports is on life support: 70% of kids drop out by age 13, burnout rates, and the dangers of early specialization</li><li>The real damage constant travel ball and summer tournaments are causing young athletes</li><li>Why summer is the perfect time for rest, recovery, and smart muscle-building instead of more games and showcases</li><li>Tactical post-workout nutrition: What to eat in the 30–60 minute recovery window + real food examples</li><li>Daily habits of elite athletes: Sleep (9–11 hours for youth), hydration, protein timing, two breakfasts on training days, and more</li><li>The powerful link between physical obedience (resting and fueling properly) and spiritual obedience</li></ul><p></p><p> The Power of Obedience (Acts 9)We explore Saul’s dramatic encounter on the road to Damascus and how his obedience to God turned him into the Apostle Paul. True transformation happens when we surrender and obey — even when it means saying “no” to another tournament so we can honor the body God gave us.Obedience is stewardship. It’s worship. And it leads to long-term fruit in sports, faith, and life.Key Takeaways:</p><ul><li>Let kids be kids — more play, less pressure</li><li>Recovery is where real athletic progress happens</li><li>Proper nutrition and rest beat fancy gear and extra games</li><li>Obeying God’s design for our bodies sharpens our faith</li></ul><p><br />Parents: Prioritize recovery, family time, and long-term development over another tournament.</p><p><br />Athletes: Control your controllables — fuel, sleep, hydrate, and obey. Download my free Athlete Fueling Checklist at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://nutritionwithwendi.com" target="_blank">nutritionwithwendi.com</a></p><p><br />Join the Elite Athlete Membership for personalized plans and support.</p><p></p><p><b>🔗 CONNECT WITH WENDI<br /><br /></b>Follow along for nutrition education, athlete fueling, faith-based encouragement, and leadership insight:<br /><br /><b>Instagram (Primary):</b> @nutrition_with_wendi and @devotions_with_wendi<br /><b>X (formerly Twitter):</b> @Wendi_Irlbeck<br /><b>Facebook:</b> Nutrition with Wendi<br /><b>LinkedIn:</b> Wendi Irlbeck, MS, RDN, LD, CISSN<br /><br /><br /><b>🌐 WEBSITES, BOOK &amp; RESOURCES<br /><br /></b>*Nutrition, Programs &amp; Speaking:<br />*👉<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com" target="_blank">https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com<br /><br /></a>*Faith &amp; Devotionals:<br />*👉<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.devotionswithwendi.com" target="_blank">https://www.devotionswithwendi.com</a></p><p>Support the ministry! Wendi-Irlbeck on Venmo<br /><br /><b>🙏 STAY CONNECTED<br /><br /></b>If this episode encouraged you, challenged you, or helped you think differently about your health and faith:</p><ul><li>Subscribe to the show</li><li>Leave a review</li><li>Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">fb6ee561-9541-4949-859d-81635044d8de</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[wendi irlbeck]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 22:18:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/6317d78d1774e612423b15fd172634a7a548b95ea0b2709ec2e6c1fb40355664/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJmYjZlZTU2MS05NTQxLTQ5NDktODU5ZC04MTYzNTA0NGQ4ZGUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwNmFhZjkxNC00NDM4LTRlZDktODQ5MC00MDUwYjg1MWY4YzAiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODllNDQyZjkzNDM5ZWY3MzU5ZDQ2NzkiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmExNjE2YzZkZGViNGNiZTYxYjc5OTdlL3dlbmRpLWlybGJlY2tzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTUtMjZfXzIzLTU1LTE4Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="57205385" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/06aaf914-4438-4ed9-8490-4050b851f8c0/episodes/fb6ee561-9541-4949-859d-81635044d8de/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this episode, we’re tackling a critical message as summer heats up: Athletes need more rest, recovery, and better nutrition — NOT more showcases, tournaments, and year-round specialized training.We also dive deep into why obedience matters and how it sharpens our faith, pulling powerful lessons from the Book of Acts and the transformation of Saul to Paul.What We Cover:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Why youth sports is on life support: 70% of kids drop out by age 13, burnout rates, and the dangers of early specialization&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The real damage constant travel ball and summer tournaments are causing young athletes&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Why summer is the perfect time for rest, recovery, and smart muscle-building instead of more games and showcases&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Tactical post-workout nutrition: What to eat in the 30–60 minute recovery window + real food examples&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Daily habits of elite athletes: Sleep (9–11 hours for youth), hydration, protein timing, two breakfasts on training days, and more&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The powerful link between physical obedience (resting and fueling properly) and spiritual obedience&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt; The Power of Obedience (Acts 9)We explore Saul’s dramatic encounter on the road to Damascus and how his obedience to God turned him into the Apostle Paul. True transformation happens when we surrender and obey — even when it means saying “no” to another tournament so we can honor the body God gave us.Obedience is stewardship. It’s worship. And it leads to long-term fruit in sports, faith, and life.Key Takeaways:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Let kids be kids — more play, less pressure&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Recovery is where real athletic progress happens&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Proper nutrition and rest beat fancy gear and extra games&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Obeying God’s design for our bodies sharpens our faith&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Parents: Prioritize recovery, family time, and long-term development over another tournament.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Athletes: Control your controllables — fuel, sleep, hydrate, and obey. Download my free Athlete Fueling Checklist at &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://nutritionwithwendi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;nutritionwithwendi.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Join the Elite Athlete Membership for personalized plans and support.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;🔗 CONNECT WITH WENDI&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Follow along for nutrition education, athlete fueling, faith-based encouragement, and leadership insight:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Instagram (Primary):&lt;/b&gt; @nutrition_with_wendi and @devotions_with_wendi&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;X (formerly Twitter):&lt;/b&gt; @Wendi_Irlbeck&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Facebook:&lt;/b&gt; Nutrition with Wendi&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;LinkedIn:&lt;/b&gt; Wendi Irlbeck, MS, RDN, LD, CISSN&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;🌐 WEBSITES, BOOK &amp;amp; RESOURCES&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;*Nutrition, Programs &amp;amp; Speaking:&lt;br /&gt;*👉&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/a&gt;*Faith &amp;amp; Devotionals:&lt;br /&gt;*👉&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.devotionswithwendi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.devotionswithwendi.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Support the ministry! Wendi-Irlbeck on Venmo&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;🙏 STAY CONNECTED&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;If this episode encouraged you, challenged you, or helped you think differently about your health and faith:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Subscribe to the show&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Leave a review&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:29:48</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/06aaf914-4438-4ed9-8490-4050b851f8c0/episodes/fb6ee561-9541-4949-859d-81635044d8de/images/ada5242a-d36b-4e15-8141-0e018af1fd0f.png"/><itunes:episode>14</itunes:episode><itunes:title> Episode 14: Rest, Recovery &amp; Why Athletes Need Better Nutrition — Not More Summer Tournaments
</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Episode 13: Nutrition Strategies for Student Athletes]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p><b>800 Pounds of Muscle in 14 Weeks: The Nutrition Strategy Behind Tennessee Football</b></p><p></p><p>What does it <i>really</i> take to build muscle, fuel performance, and prepare athletes for the next level? In this episode, we sit down with sports dietitian Katie O’Connor to break down the nutrition strategy behind one of the most talked-about transformations in college football. From the reality behind rapid muscle gain to the daily habits that drive long-term performance, this conversation delivers practical, actionable insight for athletes, coaches, and parents.</p><p></p><p>We go beyond the highlight numbers and dig into what actually matters—how athletes are fueling, where most go wrong, and what it takes to consistently develop strength, size, and resilience.</p><p><b>In this episode, we cover:</b></p><ul><li>What a sports dietitian’s role really looks like inside a high-performance program</li><li>The most common mistakes athletes make when trying to gain muscle</li><li>Why many athletes struggle to see results despite training hard</li><li>What a properly fueled day actually looks like</li><li>How nutrition and strength &amp; conditioning work together to drive development</li><li>Simple, budget-friendly strategies families can implement immediately</li><li>Key habits that separate athletes who succeed at the next level from those who don’t</li><li>2–3 non-negotiables every athlete must commit to for muscle gain and performance<p></p></li></ul><p>Whether you’re a high school coach trying to better support your athletes, a parent navigating how to fuel performance at home, or an athlete chasing the next level—this episode gives you a clear, no-fluff roadmap to doing it right.</p><p></p><p>Each 30-minute episode blends <i>faith, fitness, nutrition, leadership, and real-life application</i>, equipping you with tools you can actually use—without overwhelm<br /><br /><b>🔗 CONNECT WITH WENDI<br /><br /></b>Follow along for nutrition education, athlete fueling, faith-based encouragement, and leadership insight:<br /><br /><b>Instagram (Primary):</b> @nutrition_with_wendi and @devotions_with_wendi<br /><b>X (formerly Twitter):</b> @Wendi_Irlbeck<br /><b>Facebook:</b> Nutrition with Wendi<br /><b>LinkedIn:</b> Wendi Irlbeck, MS, RDN, LD, CISSN<br /><br /><br /><b>🌐 WEBSITES, BOOK &amp; RESOURCES<br /><br /></b>*Athlete meal plans, health and performance nutrition resources, and to connect on a team talk<br />*👉<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com" target="_blank">https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com<br /><br /></a>*Faith &amp; Devotionals:<br />*👉<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.devotionswithwendi.com" target="_blank">https://www.devotionswithwendi.com</a></p><p>Support the ministry! Wendi-Irlbeck on Venmo<br /><br /><b>🙏 STAY CONNECTED<br /><br /></b>If this episode encouraged you, challenged you, or helped you think differently about your health and faith:</p><ul><li>Subscribe to the show</li><li>Leave a review</li><li>Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">d1714127-0364-451c-afd5-a0ab7a6665bb</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[wendi irlbeck]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 12:34:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/ded390c0e1fb48d4315b8f7135f54b3d6c8e97cbf9b0fc71fef696504e048d45/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJkMTcxNDEyNy0wMzY0LTQ1MWMtYWZkNS1hMGFiN2E2NjY1YmIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwNmFhZjkxNC00NDM4LTRlZDktODQ5MC00MDUwYjg1MWY4YzAiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODllNDQyZjkzNDM5ZWY3MzU5ZDQ2NzkiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmEwYjg4Mjk3NGNjODAwMzNiZmExMmQ1L3dlbmRpLWlybGJlY2tzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTUtMThfXzIzLTQ0LTkubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="61140053" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/06aaf914-4438-4ed9-8490-4050b851f8c0/episodes/d1714127-0364-451c-afd5-a0ab7a6665bb/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;800 Pounds of Muscle in 14 Weeks: The Nutrition Strategy Behind Tennessee Football&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;What does it &lt;i&gt;really&lt;/i&gt; take to build muscle, fuel performance, and prepare athletes for the next level? In this episode, we sit down with sports dietitian Katie O’Connor to break down the nutrition strategy behind one of the most talked-about transformations in college football. From the reality behind rapid muscle gain to the daily habits that drive long-term performance, this conversation delivers practical, actionable insight for athletes, coaches, and parents.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We go beyond the highlight numbers and dig into what actually matters—how athletes are fueling, where most go wrong, and what it takes to consistently develop strength, size, and resilience.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;In this episode, we cover:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;What a sports dietitian’s role really looks like inside a high-performance program&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The most common mistakes athletes make when trying to gain muscle&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Why many athletes struggle to see results despite training hard&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;What a properly fueled day actually looks like&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How nutrition and strength &amp;amp; conditioning work together to drive development&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Simple, budget-friendly strategies families can implement immediately&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Key habits that separate athletes who succeed at the next level from those who don’t&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;2–3 non-negotiables every athlete must commit to for muscle gain and performance&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;Whether you’re a high school coach trying to better support your athletes, a parent navigating how to fuel performance at home, or an athlete chasing the next level—this episode gives you a clear, no-fluff roadmap to doing it right.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Each 30-minute episode blends &lt;i&gt;faith, fitness, nutrition, leadership, and real-life application&lt;/i&gt;, equipping you with tools you can actually use—without overwhelm&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;🔗 CONNECT WITH WENDI&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Follow along for nutrition education, athlete fueling, faith-based encouragement, and leadership insight:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Instagram (Primary):&lt;/b&gt; @nutrition_with_wendi and @devotions_with_wendi&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;X (formerly Twitter):&lt;/b&gt; @Wendi_Irlbeck&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Facebook:&lt;/b&gt; Nutrition with Wendi&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;LinkedIn:&lt;/b&gt; Wendi Irlbeck, MS, RDN, LD, CISSN&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;🌐 WEBSITES, BOOK &amp;amp; RESOURCES&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;*Athlete meal plans, health and performance nutrition resources, and to connect on a team talk&lt;br /&gt;*👉&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/a&gt;*Faith &amp;amp; Devotionals:&lt;br /&gt;*👉&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.devotionswithwendi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.devotionswithwendi.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Support the ministry! Wendi-Irlbeck on Venmo&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;🙏 STAY CONNECTED&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;If this episode encouraged you, challenged you, or helped you think differently about your health and faith:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Subscribe to the show&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Leave a review&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:31:51</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/06aaf914-4438-4ed9-8490-4050b851f8c0/episodes/d1714127-0364-451c-afd5-a0ab7a6665bb/images/dffcddef-2375-481f-ba2f-6f9c15f9e3dd.png"/><itunes:episode>13</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Episode 13: Nutrition Strategies for Student Athletes</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Episode 12: Top Five Supplements for Athletes & Adults!]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p></p><p>Everyone is chasing the perfect supplement stack—but what actually works? In this episode of <i>The Wendi Irlbeck Show</i>, we cut through the noise and break down the <b>top five evidence-based supplements</b> that support performance, recovery, and overall health. If you're an athlete, parent, or active adult looking to build muscle, improve endurance, and stay healthy, this is your blueprint.</p><p>We cover:</p><ul><li>Why <b>creatine monohydrate</b> is the gold standard for strength and power</li><li>How <b>protein powder</b> supports muscle growth and recovery</li><li>The role of <b>beta-alanine</b> in delaying fatigue and improving performance</li><li>Why <b>vitamin D3 + K2</b> is critical for immune health and hormone function</li><li>How <b>magnesium</b> impacts sleep, recovery, and nervous system health</li></ul><p>You’ll also learn what most people get wrong about supplements—and why they should <b>enhance your foundation, not replace it</b>.</p><p>If you’re tired of wasting money on trends and ready to focus on what actually moves the needle, this episode is for you.</p><p></p><p>Each 30-minute episode blends <i>faith, fitness, nutrition, leadership, and real-life application</i>, equipping you with tools you can actually use—without overwhelm</p><p></p><p>Code WendiIrlbeck saves you 15% off any Momentous supplements!<br /><br /><b>🔗 CONNECT WITH WENDI<br /><br /></b>Follow along for nutrition education, athlete fueling, faith-based encouragement, and leadership insight:<br /><br /><b>Instagram (Primary):</b> @nutrition_with_wendi and @devotions_with_wendi<br /><b>X (formerly Twitter):</b> @Wendi_Irlbeck<br /><b>Facebook:</b> Nutrition with Wendi<br /><b>LinkedIn:</b> Wendi Irlbeck, MS, RDN, LD, CISSN<br /><br /><br /><b>🌐 WEBSITES, BOOK &amp; RESOURCES<br /><br /></b>*Nutrition, Programs &amp; Speaking:<br />*👉<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com" target="_blank">https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com<br /><br /></a>*Faith &amp; Devotionals:<br />*👉<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.devotionswithwendi.com" target="_blank">https://www.devotionswithwendi.com</a></p><p>Support the ministry! Wendi-Irlbeck on Venmo<br /><br /><b>🙏 STAY CONNECTED<br /><br /></b>If this episode encouraged you, challenged you, or helped you think differently about your health and faith:</p><ul><li>Subscribe to the show</li><li>Leave a review</li><li>Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">66aa75f7-2e06-4a3d-89c8-20f8083ad90d</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[wendi irlbeck]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 15:03:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/f73a67a2a0d80c8044ce535ab4c59f6577a6b2d24a6867136a90ab3dcc15a8ae/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI2NmFhNzVmNy0yZTA2LTRhM2QtODljOC0yMGY4MDgzYWQ5MGQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwNmFhZjkxNC00NDM4LTRlZDktODQ5MC00MDUwYjg1MWY4YzAiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODllNDQyZjkzNDM5ZWY3MzU5ZDQ2NzkiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmEwMzNlMzMyNTE4ZDNiYjgyNzkyNzkzL3dlbmRpLWlybGJlY2tzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTUtMTJfXzE2LTUwLTI3Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="53687841" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/06aaf914-4438-4ed9-8490-4050b851f8c0/episodes/66aa75f7-2e06-4a3d-89c8-20f8083ad90d/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Everyone is chasing the perfect supplement stack—but what actually works? In this episode of &lt;i&gt;The Wendi Irlbeck Show&lt;/i&gt;, we cut through the noise and break down the &lt;b&gt;top five evidence-based supplements&lt;/b&gt; that support performance, recovery, and overall health. If you&apos;re an athlete, parent, or active adult looking to build muscle, improve endurance, and stay healthy, this is your blueprint.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We cover:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Why &lt;b&gt;creatine monohydrate&lt;/b&gt; is the gold standard for strength and power&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How &lt;b&gt;protein powder&lt;/b&gt; supports muscle growth and recovery&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The role of &lt;b&gt;beta-alanine&lt;/b&gt; in delaying fatigue and improving performance&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Why &lt;b&gt;vitamin D3 + K2&lt;/b&gt; is critical for immune health and hormone function&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How &lt;b&gt;magnesium&lt;/b&gt; impacts sleep, recovery, and nervous system health&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;You’ll also learn what most people get wrong about supplements—and why they should &lt;b&gt;enhance your foundation, not replace it&lt;/b&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you’re tired of wasting money on trends and ready to focus on what actually moves the needle, this episode is for you.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Each 30-minute episode blends &lt;i&gt;faith, fitness, nutrition, leadership, and real-life application&lt;/i&gt;, equipping you with tools you can actually use—without overwhelm&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Code WendiIrlbeck saves you 15% off any Momentous supplements!&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;🔗 CONNECT WITH WENDI&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Follow along for nutrition education, athlete fueling, faith-based encouragement, and leadership insight:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Instagram (Primary):&lt;/b&gt; @nutrition_with_wendi and @devotions_with_wendi&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;X (formerly Twitter):&lt;/b&gt; @Wendi_Irlbeck&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Facebook:&lt;/b&gt; Nutrition with Wendi&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;LinkedIn:&lt;/b&gt; Wendi Irlbeck, MS, RDN, LD, CISSN&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;🌐 WEBSITES, BOOK &amp;amp; RESOURCES&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;*Nutrition, Programs &amp;amp; Speaking:&lt;br /&gt;*👉&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/a&gt;*Faith &amp;amp; Devotionals:&lt;br /&gt;*👉&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.devotionswithwendi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.devotionswithwendi.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Support the ministry! Wendi-Irlbeck on Venmo&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;🙏 STAY CONNECTED&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;If this episode encouraged you, challenged you, or helped you think differently about your health and faith:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Subscribe to the show&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Leave a review&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:27:58</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/06aaf914-4438-4ed9-8490-4050b851f8c0/episodes/66aa75f7-2e06-4a3d-89c8-20f8083ad90d/images/31a3a6d2-8a98-426d-be9d-1f2793e03f52.png"/><itunes:episode>12</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Episode 12: Top Five Supplements for Athletes &amp; Adults!</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Episode 11: Ultra-Processed Foods: Top 10 to Watch + Balanced Fueling for Athletes
]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In Episode 11, we take a practical look at ultra-processed foods—moving beyond headlines to real-life application for athletes, families, and anyone navigating the grocery store.</p><p>We break down what ultra-processed foods are using the NOVA classification system, giving you a clear framework from whole and minimally processed to ultra-processed options. Nutrition is not black and white—foods aren’t simply “good” or “bad.” Eliminating entire categories can lead to confusion and an unhealthy relationship with food, so I provide practical examples to help families make balanced, informed choices without fear or guilt.</p><p>You’ll also learn why context matters—especially for athletes who need more calories, carbohydrates, and convenient fuel to support performance and recovery. Not all ultra-processed foods are created equal; they can be used strategically when needed.</p><p></p><p>I also break down the “10 worst” ultra-processed foods—what to look for, how they can impact health and performance when overconsumed, and how to approach them with awareness and moderation.</p><p>Finally, we focus on what to do instead: building balanced meals and snacks, grocery shopping with confidence, and the importance of meal prepping as a family. Meal prep isn’t just about convenience—it builds consistency, models healthy habits, and creates a supportive environment for long-term success.</p><p></p><p>As believers, we are called to steward our bodies well—approaching nutrition with wisdom, balance, and intention, not stress or perfection.</p><p></p><p><b>🔗 CONNECT WITH WENDI<br /><br /></b>Follow along for nutrition education, athlete fueling, faith-based encouragement, and leadership insight:<br /><br /><b>Instagram (Primary):</b> @nutrition_with_wendi and @devotions_with_wendi<br /><b>X (formerly Twitter):</b> @Wendi_Irlbeck<br /><b>Facebook:</b> Nutrition with Wendi<br /><b>LinkedIn:</b> Wendi Irlbeck, MS, RDN, LD, CISSN<br /><br /><br /><b>🌐 WEBSITES, BOOK &amp; RESOURCES<br /><br /></b>*Nutrition, Programs &amp; Speaking:<br />*👉<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com" target="_blank">https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com<br /><br /></a>*Faith &amp; Devotionals:<br />*👉<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.devotionswithwendi.com" target="_blank">https://www.devotionswithwendi.com</a></p><p>Support the ministry! Wendi-Irlbeck on Venmo<br /><br /><b>🙏 STAY CONNECTED<br /><br /></b>If this episode encouraged you, challenged you, or helped you think differently about your health and faith:</p><ul><li>Subscribe to the show</li><li>Leave a review</li><li>Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">736bcfcb-19f1-47ed-b756-918546a9955d</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[wendi irlbeck]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 22:04:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/05703132bb234681f180ed8cbfd83568c41eb81d504a26f402a545d2e27b8b10/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI3MzZiY2ZjYi0xOWYxLTQ3ZWQtYjc1Ni05MTg1NDZhOTk1NWQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwNmFhZjkxNC00NDM4LTRlZDktODQ5MC00MDUwYjg1MWY4YzAiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODllNDQyZjkzNDM5ZWY3MzU5ZDQ2NzkiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjllN2Q3MWNiMTc3Mjc4NGQwMDRhNDNkL3dlbmRpLWlybGJlY2tzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTQtMjFfXzIxLTU5LTI0Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="47526495" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/06aaf914-4438-4ed9-8490-4050b851f8c0/episodes/736bcfcb-19f1-47ed-b756-918546a9955d/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In Episode 11, we take a practical look at ultra-processed foods—moving beyond headlines to real-life application for athletes, families, and anyone navigating the grocery store.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We break down what ultra-processed foods are using the NOVA classification system, giving you a clear framework from whole and minimally processed to ultra-processed options. Nutrition is not black and white—foods aren’t simply “good” or “bad.” Eliminating entire categories can lead to confusion and an unhealthy relationship with food, so I provide practical examples to help families make balanced, informed choices without fear or guilt.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;You’ll also learn why context matters—especially for athletes who need more calories, carbohydrates, and convenient fuel to support performance and recovery. Not all ultra-processed foods are created equal; they can be used strategically when needed.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;I also break down the “10 worst” ultra-processed foods—what to look for, how they can impact health and performance when overconsumed, and how to approach them with awareness and moderation.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Finally, we focus on what to do instead: building balanced meals and snacks, grocery shopping with confidence, and the importance of meal prepping as a family. Meal prep isn’t just about convenience—it builds consistency, models healthy habits, and creates a supportive environment for long-term success.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;As believers, we are called to steward our bodies well—approaching nutrition with wisdom, balance, and intention, not stress or perfection.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;🔗 CONNECT WITH WENDI&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Follow along for nutrition education, athlete fueling, faith-based encouragement, and leadership insight:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Instagram (Primary):&lt;/b&gt; @nutrition_with_wendi and @devotions_with_wendi&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;X (formerly Twitter):&lt;/b&gt; @Wendi_Irlbeck&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Facebook:&lt;/b&gt; Nutrition with Wendi&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;LinkedIn:&lt;/b&gt; Wendi Irlbeck, MS, RDN, LD, CISSN&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;🌐 WEBSITES, BOOK &amp;amp; RESOURCES&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;*Nutrition, Programs &amp;amp; Speaking:&lt;br /&gt;*👉&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/a&gt;*Faith &amp;amp; Devotionals:&lt;br /&gt;*👉&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.devotionswithwendi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.devotionswithwendi.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Support the ministry! Wendi-Irlbeck on Venmo&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;🙏 STAY CONNECTED&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;If this episode encouraged you, challenged you, or helped you think differently about your health and faith:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Subscribe to the show&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Leave a review&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:33:00</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/06aaf914-4438-4ed9-8490-4050b851f8c0/episodes/736bcfcb-19f1-47ed-b756-918546a9955d/images/853f41ca-e436-4c09-a901-16cecea20cb3.png"/><itunes:episode>11</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Episode 11: Ultra-Processed Foods: Top 10 to Watch + Balanced Fueling for Athletes
</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Episode 10: The Dangers of Energy Drinks & False Prophets]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Most parents don't realize that energy drinks are more than just a quick pick-me-up—they're a ticking time bomb for children's health. In this eye-opening episode, dietitian Wendi Irlbeck reveals how these popular beverages are endangering our youth, causing heart issues, anxiety, and even death. </p><ul><li>The shocking data on energy drink consumption among children and teenagers from 2018 to today</li><li>The dangerous effects of high caffeine levels on young, developing bodies and minds</li><li>How social media marketing targets kids, pushing trendy, unhealthy energy drinks as essential for success</li><li>Practical, evidence-based alternatives for fueling kids naturally—without harmful stimulants</li><li>The spiritual and moral importance of strong parenting in a society losing its way</li></ul><p></p><p>This episode is perfect for parents, coaches, teachers, and anyone who cares about the next generation's health and faith. Failing to address this crisis could mean lifelong consequences while understanding the facts equips you to protect and empower children with healthier habits rooted in biblical truth.Wendi, a passionate believer and experienced nutrition expert, combines science and scripture to challenge the status quo and call for divine wisdom in parenting and health. Her boldness and love for youth make this a must-listen, inspiring us all to stand up against food industry deception and spiritual complacency.If you love your kids and want them to thrive physically, mentally, and spiritually this episode will change how you see energy drinks!</p><p><br /></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com/blog/the-truth-about-energy-drinks-for-student-athletes/" target="_blank">https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com/blog/the-truth-about-energy-drinks-for-student-athletes/</a></p><p></p><p><b>🔗 CONNECT WITH WENDI<br /><br /></b>Follow along for nutrition education, athlete fueling, faith-based encouragement, and leadership insight:<br /><br /><b>Instagram (Primary):</b> @nutrition_with_wendi and @devotions_with_wendi<br /><b>X (formerly Twitter):</b> @Wendi_Irlbeck<br /><b>Facebook:</b> Nutrition with Wendi<br /><b>LinkedIn:</b> Wendi Irlbeck, MS, RDN, LD, CISSN<br /><br /><br /><b>🌐 WEBSITES, BOOK &amp; RESOURCES<br /><br /></b>*Nutrition, Programs &amp; Speaking:<br />*👉<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com" target="_blank">https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com<br /><br /></a>*Faith &amp; Devotionals:<br />*👉<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.devotionswithwendi.com" target="_blank">https://www.devotionswithwendi.com</a></p><p>Support the ministry! Wendi-Irlbeck on Venmo<br /><br /><b>🙏 STAY CONNECTED<br /><br /></b>If this episode encouraged you, challenged you, or helped you think differently about your health and faith:</p><ul><li>Subscribe to the show</li><li>Leave a review</li><li>Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today<br /></li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">ceee71e7-89bc-4a8c-aad4-c17e2b413113</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[wendi irlbeck]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:58:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/b59aee353c999075a3402c180e2a5078628f51189673fe170635f19349737fcf/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJjZWVlNzFlNy04OWJjLTRhOGMtYWFkNC1jMTdlMmI0MTMxMTMiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwNmFhZjkxNC00NDM4LTRlZDktODQ5MC00MDUwYjg1MWY4YzAiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODllNDQyZjkzNDM5ZWY3MzU5ZDQ2NzkiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlkZTQxYTNiZWM3MmU4ZDY0ZDhhZGNiL3dlbmRpLWlybGJlY2tzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTQtMTRfXzE1LTMxLTE1Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="42464592" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/06aaf914-4438-4ed9-8490-4050b851f8c0/episodes/ceee71e7-89bc-4a8c-aad4-c17e2b413113/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Most parents don&apos;t realize that energy drinks are more than just a quick pick-me-up—they&apos;re a ticking time bomb for children&apos;s health. In this eye-opening episode, dietitian Wendi Irlbeck reveals how these popular beverages are endangering our youth, causing heart issues, anxiety, and even death. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;The shocking data on energy drink consumption among children and teenagers from 2018 to today&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The dangerous effects of high caffeine levels on young, developing bodies and minds&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How social media marketing targets kids, pushing trendy, unhealthy energy drinks as essential for success&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Practical, evidence-based alternatives for fueling kids naturally—without harmful stimulants&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The spiritual and moral importance of strong parenting in a society losing its way&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This episode is perfect for parents, coaches, teachers, and anyone who cares about the next generation&apos;s health and faith. Failing to address this crisis could mean lifelong consequences while understanding the facts equips you to protect and empower children with healthier habits rooted in biblical truth.Wendi, a passionate believer and experienced nutrition expert, combines science and scripture to challenge the status quo and call for divine wisdom in parenting and health. Her boldness and love for youth make this a must-listen, inspiring us all to stand up against food industry deception and spiritual complacency.If you love your kids and want them to thrive physically, mentally, and spiritually this episode will change how you see energy drinks!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com/blog/the-truth-about-energy-drinks-for-student-athletes/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com/blog/the-truth-about-energy-drinks-for-student-athletes/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;🔗 CONNECT WITH WENDI&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Follow along for nutrition education, athlete fueling, faith-based encouragement, and leadership insight:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Instagram (Primary):&lt;/b&gt; @nutrition_with_wendi and @devotions_with_wendi&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;X (formerly Twitter):&lt;/b&gt; @Wendi_Irlbeck&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Facebook:&lt;/b&gt; Nutrition with Wendi&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;LinkedIn:&lt;/b&gt; Wendi Irlbeck, MS, RDN, LD, CISSN&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;🌐 WEBSITES, BOOK &amp;amp; RESOURCES&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;*Nutrition, Programs &amp;amp; Speaking:&lt;br /&gt;*👉&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/a&gt;*Faith &amp;amp; Devotionals:&lt;br /&gt;*👉&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.devotionswithwendi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.devotionswithwendi.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Support the ministry! Wendi-Irlbeck on Venmo&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;🙏 STAY CONNECTED&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;If this episode encouraged you, challenged you, or helped you think differently about your health and faith:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Subscribe to the show&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Leave a review&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:29:29</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/06aaf914-4438-4ed9-8490-4050b851f8c0/episodes/ceee71e7-89bc-4a8c-aad4-c17e2b413113/images/c31799f7-0568-4137-97e2-83b97837bcc3.png"/><itunes:episode>10</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Episode 10: The Dangers of Energy Drinks &amp; False Prophets</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Episode 9: Fitness and forgiveness: true FAITH starts in the heart!]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode of <i>The Wendi Irlbeck Show</i>, Wendi dives into the powerful connection between faith, fitness, and true inner transformation. She shares how lasting strength isn’t built in the gym alone but begins in the heart. Through personal insight and practical encouragement, Wendi explores forgiveness, mindset, and the role faith plays in creating real, sustainable change. If you’ve been focusing on outward results but feel something is missing, this episode will challenge and inspire you to align your heart, health, and purpose.</p><p></p><p><b>🔗 CONNECT WITH WENDI<br /><br /></b>Follow along for nutrition education, athlete fueling, faith-based encouragement, and leadership insight:<br /><br /><b>Instagram (Primary):</b> @nutrition_with_wendi and @devotions_with_wendi<br /><b>X (formerly Twitter):</b> @Wendi_Irlbeck<br /><b>Facebook:</b> Nutrition with Wendi<br /><b>LinkedIn:</b> Wendi Irlbeck, MS, RDN, LD, CISSN<br /><br /><br /><b>🌐 WEBSITES, BOOK &amp; RESOURCES<br /><br /></b>*Nutrition, Programs &amp; Speaking:<br />*👉<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com" target="_blank">https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com<br /><br /></a>*Faith &amp; Devotionals:<br />*👉<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.devotionswithwendi.com" target="_blank">https://www.devotionswithwendi.com</a></p><p>Support the ministry! Wendi-Irlbeck on Venmo<br /><br /><b>🙏 STAY CONNECTED<br /><br /></b>If this episode encouraged you, challenged you, or helped you think differently about your health and faith:</p><ul><li>Subscribe to the show</li><li>Leave a review</li><li>Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today</li></ul><p></p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">20053a42-bdca-4643-9f09-9446a8dcb202</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[wendi irlbeck]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:09:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/a7004d9eca95b3d499c2f82c4126cf169fbc0317342ea062911419734e7c5140/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIyMDA1M2E0Mi1iZGNhLTQ2NDMtOWYwOS05NDQ2YThkY2IyMDIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwNmFhZjkxNC00NDM4LTRlZDktODQ5MC00MDUwYjg1MWY4YzAiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODllNDQyZjkzNDM5ZWY3MzU5ZDQ2NzkiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlkN2I5OWJjMzU0ZWM1Yzc4N2YwYTgwL3dlbmRpLWlybGJlY2tzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTQtOV9fMTYtMzctMTQubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="46262587" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/06aaf914-4438-4ed9-8490-4050b851f8c0/episodes/20053a42-bdca-4643-9f09-9446a8dcb202/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of &lt;i&gt;The Wendi Irlbeck Show&lt;/i&gt;, Wendi dives into the powerful connection between faith, fitness, and true inner transformation. She shares how lasting strength isn’t built in the gym alone but begins in the heart. Through personal insight and practical encouragement, Wendi explores forgiveness, mindset, and the role faith plays in creating real, sustainable change. If you’ve been focusing on outward results but feel something is missing, this episode will challenge and inspire you to align your heart, health, and purpose.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;🔗 CONNECT WITH WENDI&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Follow along for nutrition education, athlete fueling, faith-based encouragement, and leadership insight:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Instagram (Primary):&lt;/b&gt; @nutrition_with_wendi and @devotions_with_wendi&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;X (formerly Twitter):&lt;/b&gt; @Wendi_Irlbeck&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Facebook:&lt;/b&gt; Nutrition with Wendi&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;LinkedIn:&lt;/b&gt; Wendi Irlbeck, MS, RDN, LD, CISSN&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;🌐 WEBSITES, BOOK &amp;amp; RESOURCES&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;*Nutrition, Programs &amp;amp; Speaking:&lt;br /&gt;*👉&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/a&gt;*Faith &amp;amp; Devotionals:&lt;br /&gt;*👉&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.devotionswithwendi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.devotionswithwendi.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Support the ministry! Wendi-Irlbeck on Venmo&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;🙏 STAY CONNECTED&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;If this episode encouraged you, challenged you, or helped you think differently about your health and faith:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Subscribe to the show&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Leave a review&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:32:08</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/06aaf914-4438-4ed9-8490-4050b851f8c0/episodes/20053a42-bdca-4643-9f09-9446a8dcb202/images/2a1ca327-b374-47e7-82df-53cded09da15.png"/><itunes:episode>9</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Episode 9: Fitness and forgiveness: true FAITH starts in the heart!</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Episode 8: The Healthiest Morning Routine]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Wendi shares powerful lessons from completing the Daniel Fast and why the way you start your morning shapes your entire day — spiritually, physically, and mentally.</p><p></p><p>Jesus modeled the importance of rising early to seek the Father before the pressures of the day began. Wendi explores how prayer, fasting, and intentional habits can strengthen your spiritual authority and bring clarity to your calling.</p><p></p><p>She also dives into an often overlooked truth: while our health is not our purpose, <b>stewarding our bodies strengthens our capacity to serve, lead, and share the Gospel with endurance.</b></p><p>If the enemy can’t steal your soul, he’ll try to steal your stamina. This episode will help you build both.</p><p></p><p><b>In This Episode</b><br />• Lessons from the Daniel Fast<br />• Why Jesus prioritized early morning prayer<br />• How fasting reveals attachments and builds discipline<br />• The connection between physical health and spiritual endurance<br />• Practical ways to strengthen your morning routine</p><p></p><p>📖 “Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you.” — Psalm 143:8</p><p></p><p>Mark 1:35, <b>Jesus rose very early in the morning while it was still dark, left the house, and went to a solitary, deserted place to pray.</b></p><p></p><p><b>🔗 CONNECT WITH WENDI<br /><br /></b>Follow along for nutrition education, athlete fueling, faith-based encouragement, and leadership insight:<br /><br /><b>Instagram (Primary):</b> @nutrition_with_wendi and @devotions_with_wendi<br /><b>X (formerly Twitter):</b> @Wendi_Irlbeck<br /><b>Facebook:</b> Nutrition with Wendi<br /><b>LinkedIn:</b> Wendi Irlbeck, MS, RDN, LD, CISSN<br /><br /><b>🌐 WEBSITES, BOOK &amp; RESOURCES<br /><br /></b>*Nutrition, Programs &amp; Speaking:<br />*👉<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com" target="_blank">https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com<br /><br /></a>Get Wendi's 365 Day Devotional 5-min moments<br />*👉<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.devotionswithwendi.com" target="_blank">https://www.devotionswithwendi.com</a></p><p>Support the ministry! Wendi-Irlbeck on Venmo<br /><br /><b>🙏 STAY CONNECTED<br /><br /></b>If this episode encouraged you, challenged you, or helped you think differently about your health and faith:</p><ul><li>Subscribe to the show</li><li>Leave a review</li><li>Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today<p><br />Support the mission:<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.devotionswithwendi.com" target="_blank">www.devotionswithwendi.com</a></p></li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">4f592672-5d94-4249-9f8d-3ff53a1cfda1</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[wendi irlbeck]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:30:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/cb86454f9cdad25f5b3cd9829c3aba2321e39c74ca36900c0d86fc55744cca71/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI0ZjU5MjY3Mi01ZDk0LTQyNDktOWY4ZC0zZmY1M2ExY2ZkYTEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwNmFhZjkxNC00NDM4LTRlZDktODQ5MC00MDUwYjg1MWY4YzAiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODllNDQyZjkzNDM5ZWY3MzU5ZDQ2NzkiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlhYTAzNmRkN2ExYWI3NjZlMTQ1OTUxL3dlbmRpLWlybGJlY2tzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTMtNV9fMjMtMjctNTcubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="43333529" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/06aaf914-4438-4ed9-8490-4050b851f8c0/episodes/4f592672-5d94-4249-9f8d-3ff53a1cfda1/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this episode, Wendi shares powerful lessons from completing the Daniel Fast and why the way you start your morning shapes your entire day — spiritually, physically, and mentally.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Jesus modeled the importance of rising early to seek the Father before the pressures of the day began. Wendi explores how prayer, fasting, and intentional habits can strengthen your spiritual authority and bring clarity to your calling.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;She also dives into an often overlooked truth: while our health is not our purpose, &lt;b&gt;stewarding our bodies strengthens our capacity to serve, lead, and share the Gospel with endurance.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If the enemy can’t steal your soul, he’ll try to steal your stamina. This episode will help you build both.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;In This Episode&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;• Lessons from the Daniel Fast&lt;br /&gt;• Why Jesus prioritized early morning prayer&lt;br /&gt;• How fasting reveals attachments and builds discipline&lt;br /&gt;• The connection between physical health and spiritual endurance&lt;br /&gt;• Practical ways to strengthen your morning routine&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;📖 “Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you.” — Psalm 143:8&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Mark 1:35, &lt;b&gt;Jesus rose very early in the morning while it was still dark, left the house, and went to a solitary, deserted place to pray.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;🔗 CONNECT WITH WENDI&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Follow along for nutrition education, athlete fueling, faith-based encouragement, and leadership insight:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Instagram (Primary):&lt;/b&gt; @nutrition_with_wendi and @devotions_with_wendi&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;X (formerly Twitter):&lt;/b&gt; @Wendi_Irlbeck&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Facebook:&lt;/b&gt; Nutrition with Wendi&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;LinkedIn:&lt;/b&gt; Wendi Irlbeck, MS, RDN, LD, CISSN&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;🌐 WEBSITES, BOOK &amp;amp; RESOURCES&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;*Nutrition, Programs &amp;amp; Speaking:&lt;br /&gt;*👉&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/a&gt;Get Wendi&apos;s 365 Day Devotional 5-min moments&lt;br /&gt;*👉&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.devotionswithwendi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.devotionswithwendi.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Support the ministry! Wendi-Irlbeck on Venmo&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;🙏 STAY CONNECTED&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;If this episode encouraged you, challenged you, or helped you think differently about your health and faith:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Subscribe to the show&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Leave a review&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Support the mission:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.devotionswithwendi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.devotionswithwendi.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:30:06</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/06aaf914-4438-4ed9-8490-4050b851f8c0/logos/4e91b681-cd13-46fb-af97-036d521fb5d1.png"/><itunes:episode>8</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Episode 8: The Healthiest Morning Routine</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Episode 7: Protein, Prayer & 60 Pounds Down: Fit Over 40 Transformation]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, I sit down with my client April to share her powerful story of losing over 60 pounds — and gaining something even greater: discipline, strength, and a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ.</p><p></p><p>This conversation goes beyond weight loss. We unpack what actually creates sustainable fat loss for women — especially over 40 — and why prioritizing protein, strength training, structure, and faith changed everything for her.</p><p>April shares:</p><ul><li>The moment she knew she needed guidance — not another diet</li><li>How emotional eating shifted when she anchored herself in Christ</li><li>Why protein at every meal stabilized her cravings and energy</li><li>How faith, prayer and Jesus gave her the courage and strength to follow the plan</li><li>What it looks like to surrender comfort and choose discipline<br /></li></ul><p>We also break down why working with a Registered Dietitian matters. Sustainable transformation is not about cutting calories recklessly or chasing trends. It’s about protecting your metabolism, preserving lean muscle, supporting hormonal health, and building long-term habits rooted in evidence-based nutrition.</p><p></p><p>The Nutrition with Wendi: fit &gt; 40 program:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://nww-membership.systeme.io/fit-over-40-fat-loss-and-healthy-lifestyle-blueprint-for-men-and-women" target="_blank">https://nww-membership.systeme.io/fit-over-40-fat-loss-and-healthy-lifestyle-blueprint-for-men-and-women</a></p><ul><li>Prevent muscle loss during fat loss</li><li>Structure protein and macro targets appropriately</li><li>Avoid metabolic damage from chronic under-eating</li><li>Individualize a plan based on lifestyle, labs, stress, and goals</li><li>Build sustainability instead of dependency<br /></li></ul><p>April’s journey is proof that when faith and physiology align, transformation follows.</p><p>If you’re tired of yo-yo dieting, under-eating, overtraining, or feeling stuck hormonally, this episode will give you clarity and direction.</p><p><b>🔗 CONNECT WITH WENDI<br /><br /></b>Follow along for nutrition education, athlete fueling, faith-based encouragement, and leadership insight:<br /><br /><b>Instagram (Primary):</b> @nutrition_with_wendi and @devotions_with_wendi<br /><b>X (formerly Twitter):</b> @Wendi_Irlbeck<br /><b>Facebook:</b> Nutrition with Wendi<br /><b>LinkedIn:</b> Wendi Irlbeck, MS, RDN, LD, CISSN<br /><br /><br /><b>🌐 WEBSITES, BOOK &amp; RESOURCES<br /><br /></b>*Nutrition, Programs &amp; Speaking:<br />*👉<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com" target="_blank">https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com<br /><br /></a>*Faith &amp; Devotionals:<br />*👉<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.devotionswithwendi.com" target="_blank">https://www.devotionswithwendi.com</a></p><p>Support the ministry! Wendi-Irlbeck on Venmo<br /><br /><b>🙏 STAY CONNECTED<br /><br /></b>If this episode encouraged you, challenged you, or helped you think differently about your health and faith:</p><ul><li>Subscribe to the show</li><li>Leave a review</li><li>Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">42460463-6131-4a74-b113-77fe351ca161</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[wendi irlbeck]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 21:11:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/9458bc8fafe9f437c4505220862b5422975c1eb49cf024fe8d2ebaa6b5b2fb60/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI0MjQ2MDQ2My02MTMxLTRhNzQtYjExMy03N2ZlMzUxY2ExNjEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwNmFhZjkxNC00NDM4LTRlZDktODQ5MC00MDUwYjg1MWY4YzAiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODllNDQyZjkzNDM5ZWY3MzU5ZDQ2NzkiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk5Y2FkMmFjZDgyODcwNTdlMTllYzYwL3dlbmRpLWlybGJlY2tzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTItMjNfXzIwLTQwLTI2Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="42366789" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this episode, I sit down with my client April to share her powerful story of losing over 60 pounds — and gaining something even greater: discipline, strength, and a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This conversation goes beyond weight loss. We unpack what actually creates sustainable fat loss for women — especially over 40 — and why prioritizing protein, strength training, structure, and faith changed everything for her.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;April shares:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;The moment she knew she needed guidance — not another diet&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How emotional eating shifted when she anchored herself in Christ&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Why protein at every meal stabilized her cravings and energy&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How faith, prayer and Jesus gave her the courage and strength to follow the plan&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;What it looks like to surrender comfort and choose discipline&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;We also break down why working with a Registered Dietitian matters. Sustainable transformation is not about cutting calories recklessly or chasing trends. It’s about protecting your metabolism, preserving lean muscle, supporting hormonal health, and building long-term habits rooted in evidence-based nutrition.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Nutrition with Wendi: fit &amp;gt; 40 program:&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://nww-membership.systeme.io/fit-over-40-fat-loss-and-healthy-lifestyle-blueprint-for-men-and-women&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://nww-membership.systeme.io/fit-over-40-fat-loss-and-healthy-lifestyle-blueprint-for-men-and-women&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Prevent muscle loss during fat loss&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Structure protein and macro targets appropriately&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Avoid metabolic damage from chronic under-eating&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Individualize a plan based on lifestyle, labs, stress, and goals&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Build sustainability instead of dependency&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;April’s journey is proof that when faith and physiology align, transformation follows.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you’re tired of yo-yo dieting, under-eating, overtraining, or feeling stuck hormonally, this episode will give you clarity and direction.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;🔗 CONNECT WITH WENDI&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Follow along for nutrition education, athlete fueling, faith-based encouragement, and leadership insight:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Instagram (Primary):&lt;/b&gt; @nutrition_with_wendi and @devotions_with_wendi&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;X (formerly Twitter):&lt;/b&gt; @Wendi_Irlbeck&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Facebook:&lt;/b&gt; Nutrition with Wendi&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;LinkedIn:&lt;/b&gt; Wendi Irlbeck, MS, RDN, LD, CISSN&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;🌐 WEBSITES, BOOK &amp;amp; RESOURCES&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;*Nutrition, Programs &amp;amp; Speaking:&lt;br /&gt;*👉&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/a&gt;*Faith &amp;amp; Devotionals:&lt;br /&gt;*👉&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.devotionswithwendi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.devotionswithwendi.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Support the ministry! Wendi-Irlbeck on Venmo&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;🙏 STAY CONNECTED&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;If this episode encouraged you, challenged you, or helped you think differently about your health and faith:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Subscribe to the show&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Leave a review&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:29:25</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/06aaf914-4438-4ed9-8490-4050b851f8c0/logos/4e91b681-cd13-46fb-af97-036d521fb5d1.png"/><itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Episode 7: Protein, Prayer &amp; 60 Pounds Down: Fit Over 40 Transformation</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Episode 6: Faith, Physiology & Fasting]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Fasting is a spiritual discipline that will help you hear God's voice more clearly, deepen your relationship with Christ to better serve others!</p><p></p><p>In today’s episode of <i>The Wendi Irlbeck Show</i>, we explore fasting through both a biblical and physiological lens. As a registered dietitian and woman of faith, I break down what Scripture teaches about fasting, what science says about fasting and hormones, and why your heart posture matters before beginning a fast!</p><p></p><p>We discuss:</p><p>• The true biblical purpose of fasting<br /> • Why fasting removes distractions but does not earn favor<br /> • Sharing your faith with others and the importance of prayer<br /> • Physiological effects of fasting (insulin sensitivity, autophagy, cortisol response)<br /> • Hormone sensitivity in active women<br /> • When fasting may disrupt menstrual cycles, thyroid function, or recovery<br /> • Who should NOT fast<br /> • How to approach the Daniel Fast responsibly</p><p></p><p>🔗 Daniel fast; <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.devotionswithwendi.com/the-daniel-fast-simplicity-surrender-and-seeking-god-first" target="_blank">https://www.devotionswithwendi.com/the-daniel-fast-simplicity-surrender-and-seeking-god-first</a><br /><br />🔗 fueling the vegetarian athlete <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com/blog/fueling-the-plant-based-vegan-student-athlete/" target="_blank">https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com/blog/fueling-the-plant-based-vegan-student-athlete/</a><br /><br />🔗 <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com/blog/fasting-and-womens-hormones-a-biblical-and-science-based-guide-to-fasting-wisely/" target="_blank">https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com/blog/fasting-and-womens-hormones-a-biblical-and-science-based-guide-to-fasting-wisely/</a></p><p><br /><b>🔗 CONNECT WITH WENDI<br /><br /></b>Follow along for nutrition education, athlete fueling, faith-based encouragement, and leadership insight:<br /><br /><b>Instagram (Primary):</b> @nutrition_with_wendi and @devotions_with_wendi<br /><b>X (formerly Twitter):</b> @Wendi_Irlbeck<br /><b>Facebook:</b> Nutrition with Wendi<br /><b>LinkedIn:</b> Wendi Irlbeck, MS, RDN, LD, CISSN<br /><br /><br /><b>🌐 WEBSITES, BOOK &amp; RESOURCES<br /><br /></b>*Nutrition, Programs &amp; Speaking:<br />*👉<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com" target="_blank">https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com<br /><br /></a>*Faith &amp; Devotionals:<br />*👉<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.devotionswithwendi.com" target="_blank">https://www.devotionswithwendi.com</a></p><p>Support the ministry! Wendi-Irlbeck on Venmo<br /><br /><b>🙏 STAY CONNECTED<br /><br /></b>If this episode encouraged you, challenged you, or helped you think differently about your health and faith:</p><ul><li>Subscribe to the show</li><li>Leave a review</li><li>Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today<br /> • Higher-protein plant-based strategies for stewardship during a fast<br /> • The difference between humility and control</li></ul><p></p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">1c7609a6-20dd-4715-94fc-7db58775fd10</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[wendi irlbeck]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 23:13:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/d5a3455fe2c6e3c784cdcfe9c9441e69578a55c220539ac7d1eaf9247056efe5/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIxYzc2MDlhNi0yMGRkLTQ3MTUtOTRmYy03ZGI1ODc3NWZkMTAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwNmFhZjkxNC00NDM4LTRlZDktODQ5MC00MDUwYjg1MWY4YzAiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODllNDQyZjkzNDM5ZWY3MzU5ZDQ2NzkiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk5M2EwNTcxMjk4YzAxNjA4MzYxYjdiL3dlbmRpLWlybGJlY2tzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTItMTZfXzIzLTU1LTE5Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="49237411" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Fasting is a spiritual discipline that will help you hear God&apos;s voice more clearly, deepen your relationship with Christ to better serve others!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In today’s episode of &lt;i&gt;The Wendi Irlbeck Show&lt;/i&gt;, we explore fasting through both a biblical and physiological lens. As a registered dietitian and woman of faith, I break down what Scripture teaches about fasting, what science says about fasting and hormones, and why your heart posture matters before beginning a fast!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We discuss:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;• The true biblical purpose of fasting&lt;br /&gt; • Why fasting removes distractions but does not earn favor&lt;br /&gt; • Sharing your faith with others and the importance of prayer&lt;br /&gt; • Physiological effects of fasting (insulin sensitivity, autophagy, cortisol response)&lt;br /&gt; • Hormone sensitivity in active women&lt;br /&gt; • When fasting may disrupt menstrual cycles, thyroid function, or recovery&lt;br /&gt; • Who should NOT fast&lt;br /&gt; • How to approach the Daniel Fast responsibly&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🔗 Daniel fast; &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.devotionswithwendi.com/the-daniel-fast-simplicity-surrender-and-seeking-god-first&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.devotionswithwendi.com/the-daniel-fast-simplicity-surrender-and-seeking-god-first&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;🔗 fueling the vegetarian athlete &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com/blog/fueling-the-plant-based-vegan-student-athlete/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com/blog/fueling-the-plant-based-vegan-student-athlete/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;🔗 &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com/blog/fasting-and-womens-hormones-a-biblical-and-science-based-guide-to-fasting-wisely/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com/blog/fasting-and-womens-hormones-a-biblical-and-science-based-guide-to-fasting-wisely/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;🔗 CONNECT WITH WENDI&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Follow along for nutrition education, athlete fueling, faith-based encouragement, and leadership insight:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Instagram (Primary):&lt;/b&gt; @nutrition_with_wendi and @devotions_with_wendi&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;X (formerly Twitter):&lt;/b&gt; @Wendi_Irlbeck&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Facebook:&lt;/b&gt; Nutrition with Wendi&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;LinkedIn:&lt;/b&gt; Wendi Irlbeck, MS, RDN, LD, CISSN&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;🌐 WEBSITES, BOOK &amp;amp; RESOURCES&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;*Nutrition, Programs &amp;amp; Speaking:&lt;br /&gt;*👉&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/a&gt;*Faith &amp;amp; Devotionals:&lt;br /&gt;*👉&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.devotionswithwendi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.devotionswithwendi.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Support the ministry! Wendi-Irlbeck on Venmo&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;🙏 STAY CONNECTED&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;If this episode encouraged you, challenged you, or helped you think differently about your health and faith:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Subscribe to the show&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Leave a review&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today&lt;br /&gt; • Higher-protein plant-based strategies for stewardship during a fast&lt;br /&gt; • The difference between humility and control&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:34:11</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/06aaf914-4438-4ed9-8490-4050b851f8c0/episodes/1c7609a6-20dd-4715-94fc-7db58775fd10/images/ac619c71-c86f-4a4a-a882-63eaf4352df5.png"/><itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Episode 6: Faith, Physiology &amp; Fasting</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Episode 5: The Power of Protein & Prayer!]]></title><description><![CDATA[<h2><b>Fueled to Pray: The Power of Protein &amp; Prayer</b></h2><p>Welcome back to <i>The Wendi Irlbeck Show</i>—where we fuel your faith, strengthen your body, and sharpen your mind. I’m Wendi Irlbeck—registered dietitian, sports nutritionist, author, and coach.</p><p>In today’s episode, we connect <b>biblical truth with practical nutrition</b> and explore how <b>proper fueling—especially adequate, high-quality protein—supports spiritual focus, emotional stability, and the ability to pray without ceasing</b>.</p><p>Scripture reminds us that <i>the spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak</i> (Matthew 26:41). When we are under-fueled, blood-sugar unstable, or exhausted, it becomes harder to focus, pray, listen, and respond to God. Honoring the body’s needs is not unspiritual—it is wisdom and stewardship.</p><h3><b>Why Protein Matters</b></h3><p>Protein plays a critical role in:</p><ul><li>Mental clarity and focus</li><li>Mood stability and emotional regulation</li><li>Steady energy levels</li><li>Muscle growth, recovery, and resilience</li></ul><p><b>Animal protein is superior to plant protein</b> for human physiology because it is complete, more bioavailable, and delivers higher protein with fewer calories. It also naturally provides key nutrients like creatine, B12, iron, zinc, and choline. Many plant-based diets require supplementation to meet these needs.</p><h3><b>Protein Targets for Daily Fueling</b></h3><p>To support energy, focus, and recovery:</p><ul><li><b>Meals:</b> Aim for <b>25–40 grams of protein per meal</b></li><li><b>Snacks:</b> Aim for <b>10–15 grams of protein per snack</b></li></ul><p>These targets help stabilize blood sugar, reduce anxiety and energy crashes, and support a calmer nervous system—making prayer flow more naturally.</p><h3><b>Practical Fueling for Prayer</b></h3><p>Simple protein + produce combinations:</p><ul><li>Eggs + fruit</li><li>Greek yogurt + berries</li><li>Chicken + vegetables</li><li>Beef or turkey + sweet potato + greens</li><li>Greek-yogurt protein smoothie with spinach and berries</li></ul><p>Try pairing meals with prayer—<b>Eat → Pray</b>—using mealtime as a built-in rhythm of gratitude and connection with God.</p><p></p><p>This show is for:</p><ul><li>Athletes and student-athletes</li><li>Parents and coaches</li><li>Educators, trainers, and dietitians</li><li>Business owners and young entrepreneurs</li><li>Anyone seeking better health and a deeper walk with Christ</li></ul><p><br />Each 30-minute episode blends <i>faith, fitness, nutrition, leadership, and real-life application</i>, equipping you with tools you can actually use—without overwhelm<br /><br /><b>🔗 CONNECT WITH WENDI<br /><br /></b>Follow along for nutrition education, athlete fueling, faith-based encouragement, and leadership insight:<br /><br /><b>Instagram (Primary):</b> @nutrition_with_wendi and @devotions_with_wendi<br /><b>X (formerly Twitter):</b> @Wendi_Irlbeck<br /><b>Facebook:</b> Nutrition with Wendi<br /><b>LinkedIn:</b> Wendi Irlbeck, MS, RDN, LD, CISSN<br /><br /><br /><b>🌐 WEBSITES, BOOK &amp; RESOURCES<br /><br /></b>*Nutrition, Programs &amp; Speaking:<br />*👉<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com" target="_blank">https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com<br /><br /></a>*Faith &amp; Devotionals:<br />*👉<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.devotionswithwendi.com" target="_blank">https://www.devotionswithwendi.com</a></p><p>Support the ministry! Wendi-Irlbeck on Venmo<br /><br /><b>🙏 STAY CONNECTED<br /><br /></b>If this episode encouraged you, challenged you, or helped you think differently about your health and faith:</p><ul><li>Subscribe to the show</li><li>Leave a review</li><li>Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">e1771206-015f-401f-9e04-d2c9829b6fa5</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[wendi irlbeck]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 18:43:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/7fc74de64713cd1b837414131fbb9029da59ce9608fdc8c37d036637a5737bec/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJlMTc3MTIwNi0wMTVmLTQwMWYtOWUwNC1kMmM5ODI5YjZmYTUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwNmFhZjkxNC00NDM4LTRlZDktODQ5MC00MDUwYjg1MWY4YzAiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODllNDQyZjkzNDM5ZWY3MzU5ZDQ2NzkiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk4YTI1NmVjMzk2MDk0NDcyYTlmNTE2L3dlbmRpLWlybGJlY2tzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTItOV9fMTktMjAtMzAubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="45223122" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;h2&gt;&lt;b&gt;Fueled to Pray: The Power of Protein &amp;amp; Prayer&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p&gt;Welcome back to &lt;i&gt;The Wendi Irlbeck Show&lt;/i&gt;—where we fuel your faith, strengthen your body, and sharpen your mind. I’m Wendi Irlbeck—registered dietitian, sports nutritionist, author, and coach.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In today’s episode, we connect &lt;b&gt;biblical truth with practical nutrition&lt;/b&gt; and explore how &lt;b&gt;proper fueling—especially adequate, high-quality protein—supports spiritual focus, emotional stability, and the ability to pray without ceasing&lt;/b&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Scripture reminds us that &lt;i&gt;the spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak&lt;/i&gt; (Matthew 26:41). When we are under-fueled, blood-sugar unstable, or exhausted, it becomes harder to focus, pray, listen, and respond to God. Honoring the body’s needs is not unspiritual—it is wisdom and stewardship.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3&gt;&lt;b&gt;Why Protein Matters&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p&gt;Protein plays a critical role in:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Mental clarity and focus&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Mood stability and emotional regulation&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Steady energy levels&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Muscle growth, recovery, and resilience&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Animal protein is superior to plant protein&lt;/b&gt; for human physiology because it is complete, more bioavailable, and delivers higher protein with fewer calories. It also naturally provides key nutrients like creatine, B12, iron, zinc, and choline. Many plant-based diets require supplementation to meet these needs.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3&gt;&lt;b&gt;Protein Targets for Daily Fueling&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p&gt;To support energy, focus, and recovery:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Meals:&lt;/b&gt; Aim for &lt;b&gt;25–40 grams of protein per meal&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Snacks:&lt;/b&gt; Aim for &lt;b&gt;10–15 grams of protein per snack&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;These targets help stabilize blood sugar, reduce anxiety and energy crashes, and support a calmer nervous system—making prayer flow more naturally.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3&gt;&lt;b&gt;Practical Fueling for Prayer&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p&gt;Simple protein + produce combinations:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Eggs + fruit&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Greek yogurt + berries&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Chicken + vegetables&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Beef or turkey + sweet potato + greens&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Greek-yogurt protein smoothie with spinach and berries&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;Try pairing meals with prayer—&lt;b&gt;Eat → Pray&lt;/b&gt;—using mealtime as a built-in rhythm of gratitude and connection with God.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This show is for:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Athletes and student-athletes&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Parents and coaches&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Educators, trainers, and dietitians&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Business owners and young entrepreneurs&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Anyone seeking better health and a deeper walk with Christ&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Each 30-minute episode blends &lt;i&gt;faith, fitness, nutrition, leadership, and real-life application&lt;/i&gt;, equipping you with tools you can actually use—without overwhelm&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;🔗 CONNECT WITH WENDI&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Follow along for nutrition education, athlete fueling, faith-based encouragement, and leadership insight:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Instagram (Primary):&lt;/b&gt; @nutrition_with_wendi and @devotions_with_wendi&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;X (formerly Twitter):&lt;/b&gt; @Wendi_Irlbeck&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Facebook:&lt;/b&gt; Nutrition with Wendi&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;LinkedIn:&lt;/b&gt; Wendi Irlbeck, MS, RDN, LD, CISSN&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;🌐 WEBSITES, BOOK &amp;amp; RESOURCES&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;*Nutrition, Programs &amp;amp; Speaking:&lt;br /&gt;*👉&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/a&gt;*Faith &amp;amp; Devotionals:&lt;br /&gt;*👉&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.devotionswithwendi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.devotionswithwendi.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Support the ministry! Wendi-Irlbeck on Venmo&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;🙏 STAY CONNECTED&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;If this episode encouraged you, challenged you, or helped you think differently about your health and faith:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Subscribe to the show&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Leave a review&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:31:24</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/06aaf914-4438-4ed9-8490-4050b851f8c0/logos/4e91b681-cd13-46fb-af97-036d521fb5d1.png"/><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Episode 5: The Power of Protein &amp; Prayer!</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Episode 4: Creatine, Discernment and Living A Strong Life]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode of <i>The Wendi Irlbeck Show</i>, Wendi unpacks the science behind creatine, supplement safety, and why discernment matters in today’s loud, influencer-driven health culture. Blending evidence-based nutrition with biblical wisdom from 1 Timothy and 1 Thessalonians, this episode challenges listeners to pursue quiet strength, sound judgment, and character over hype.</p><p></p><p>This show is for:</p><ul><li>Athletes and student-athletes</li><li>Parents and coaches</li><li>Educators, trainers, and dietitians</li><li>Business owners and young entrepreneurs</li><li>Anyone seeking better health and a deeper walk with Christ</li></ul><p><br />Each 30-minute episode blends <i>faith, fitness, nutrition, leadership, and real-life application</i>, equipping you with tools you can actually use—without overwhelm<br /><br /><b>🔗 CONNECT WITH WENDI</b><br /><br />Follow along for nutrition education, athlete fueling, faith-based encouragement, and leadership insight:<br /><br /><b>Instagram (Primary):</b> @nutrition_with_wendi and @devotions_with_wendi<br /><b>X (formerly Twitter):</b> @Wendi_Irlbeck<br /><b>Facebook:</b> Nutrition with Wendi<br /><b>LinkedIn:</b> Wendi Irlbeck, MS, RDN, LD, CISSN<br /><br /><br /><b>🌐 WEBSITES, BOOK &amp; RESOURCES</b><br /><br />*Nutrition, Programs &amp; Speaking:<br />*👉<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com" target="_blank">https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com</a><br /><br />*Faith &amp; Devotionals:<br />*👉<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.devotionswithwendi.com" target="_blank">https://www.devotionswithwendi.com</a> </p><p></p><p> Support the ministry! Wendi-Irlbeck on Venmo<br /><br /><b>🙏 STAY CONNECTED</b><br /><br />If this episode encouraged you, challenged you, or helped you think differently about your health and faith:<br /></p><ul><li>Subscribe to the show</li><li>Leave a review</li><li>Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">e22e98f2-6fad-4597-95ba-0bfb146fcb73</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[wendi irlbeck]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 22:30:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/b5ffe74753e1956c90157d6bc02d62527f2935417f373b4d9290ed972ed27de2/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJlMjJlOThmMi02ZmFkLTQ1OTctOTViYS0wYmZiMTQ2ZmNiNzMiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwNmFhZjkxNC00NDM4LTRlZDktODQ5MC00MDUwYjg1MWY4YzAiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODllNDQyZjkzNDM5ZWY3MzU5ZDQ2NzkiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk4MTIyZTQxNGE2NjdkNGM4MTIyNTY4L3dlbmRpLWlybGJlY2tzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTItMl9fMjMtMTktMTYubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="19119655" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of &lt;i&gt;The Wendi Irlbeck Show&lt;/i&gt;, Wendi unpacks the science behind creatine, supplement safety, and why discernment matters in today’s loud, influencer-driven health culture. Blending evidence-based nutrition with biblical wisdom from 1 Timothy and 1 Thessalonians, this episode challenges listeners to pursue quiet strength, sound judgment, and character over hype.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This show is for:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Athletes and student-athletes&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Parents and coaches&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Educators, trainers, and dietitians&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Business owners and young entrepreneurs&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Anyone seeking better health and a deeper walk with Christ&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Each 30-minute episode blends &lt;i&gt;faith, fitness, nutrition, leadership, and real-life application&lt;/i&gt;, equipping you with tools you can actually use—without overwhelm&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;🔗 CONNECT WITH WENDI&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Follow along for nutrition education, athlete fueling, faith-based encouragement, and leadership insight:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Instagram (Primary):&lt;/b&gt; @nutrition_with_wendi and @devotions_with_wendi&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;X (formerly Twitter):&lt;/b&gt; @Wendi_Irlbeck&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Facebook:&lt;/b&gt; Nutrition with Wendi&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;LinkedIn:&lt;/b&gt; Wendi Irlbeck, MS, RDN, LD, CISSN&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;🌐 WEBSITES, BOOK &amp;amp; RESOURCES&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;*Nutrition, Programs &amp;amp; Speaking:&lt;br /&gt;*👉&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;*Faith &amp;amp; Devotionals:&lt;br /&gt;*👉&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.devotionswithwendi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.devotionswithwendi.com&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt; Support the ministry! Wendi-Irlbeck on Venmo&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;🙏 STAY CONNECTED&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;If this episode encouraged you, challenged you, or helped you think differently about your health and faith:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Subscribe to the show&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Leave a review&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:26:55</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/06aaf914-4438-4ed9-8490-4050b851f8c0/logos/4e91b681-cd13-46fb-af97-036d521fb5d1.png"/><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Episode 4: Creatine, Discernment and Living A Strong Life</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Episode 3: Sleep-The most underrated health and performance tool]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this bonus episode Wendi unpacks how sleep influences disease, health, athletic performance and MORE!</p><ul><li>How much sleep do athletes and adults need</li><li>Sleep debt and how to fix it</li><li>Does creatine help with sleep debt</li></ul><p></p><p>Posts to reference:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com/blog/how-much-sleep-do-student-athletes-and-adults-need/" target="_blank">https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com/blog/how-much-sleep-do-student-athletes-and-adults-need/</a></p><p></p><p>Sleep and pro athletes: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DTg1qwzk6AG/?img_index=2" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/p/DTg1qwzk6AG/?img_index=2</a></p><p></p><p>This show is for:</p><ul><li>Athletes and student-athletes</li><li>Parents and coaches</li><li>Educators, trainers, and dietitians</li><li>Business owners and young entrepreneurs</li><li>Anyone seeking better health and a deeper walk with Christ</li></ul><p>Each 30-minute episode blends <b>faith, fitness, nutrition, leadership, and real-life application</b>, equipping you with tools you can actually use—without overwhelm.</p><h2><b>🔗 Connect with Wendi</b></h2><p>Follow along for nutrition education, athlete fueling, faith-based encouragement, and leadership insight:</p><p><b>Instagram (Primary):</b> @nutrition_with_wendi and @devotions_with_wendi<br /><b>X (formerly Twitter):</b> @Wendi_Irlbeck<br /><b>Facebook:</b> Nutrition with Wendi<br /><b>LinkedIn:</b> Wendi Irlbeck, MS, RDN, LD, CISSN</p><h2><b>🌐 Websites, Book &amp; Resources</b></h2><p><b>Nutrition, Programs &amp; Speaking:<br /></b>👉<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com" target="_blank"> https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com</a></p><p><b>Faith &amp; Devotionals:<br /></b>👉<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.devotionswithwendi.com" target="_blank"> https://www.devotionswithwendi.com</a> order<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.amazon.com/Devotions-Wendi-5-Minute-Moments-Build/dp/B0F7V352D3/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0" target="_blank"> Wendi's 365 day devotional on Amazon!</a> Support the ministry! Wendi-Irlbeck on Venmo</p><h2><b>🙏 Stay Connected</b></h2><p>If this episode encouraged you, challenged you, or helped you think differently about your health and faith:</p><ul><li>Subscribe to the show</li><li>Leave a review</li><li>Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">e2699529-0684-47bc-a237-7353bb1cb8fa</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[wendi irlbeck]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 23:54:35 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/54055d17e14b553b7550cc4c0b6fedba3fbadd6e00758783f73a09fc29b46dd4/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJlMjY5OTUyOS0wNjg0LTQ3YmMtYTIzNy03MzUzYmIxY2I4ZmEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwNmFhZjkxNC00NDM4LTRlZDktODQ5MC00MDUwYjg1MWY4YzAiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODllNDQyZjkzNDM5ZWY3MzU5ZDQ2NzkiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk3OTRjZGE1M2IwZTQ4Y2EwY2I1NjU4L3dlbmRpLWlybGJlY2tzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTEtMjhfXzAtNDAtMTAubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="10261362" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this bonus episode Wendi unpacks how sleep influences disease, health, athletic performance and MORE!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;How much sleep do athletes and adults need&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Sleep debt and how to fix it&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Does creatine help with sleep debt&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Posts to reference:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com/blog/how-much-sleep-do-student-athletes-and-adults-need/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com/blog/how-much-sleep-do-student-athletes-and-adults-need/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Sleep and pro athletes: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.instagram.com/p/DTg1qwzk6AG/?img_index=2&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.instagram.com/p/DTg1qwzk6AG/?img_index=2&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This show is for:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Athletes and student-athletes&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Parents and coaches&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Educators, trainers, and dietitians&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Business owners and young entrepreneurs&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Anyone seeking better health and a deeper walk with Christ&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;Each 30-minute episode blends &lt;b&gt;faith, fitness, nutrition, leadership, and real-life application&lt;/b&gt;, equipping you with tools you can actually use—without overwhelm.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h2&gt;&lt;b&gt;🔗 Connect with Wendi&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p&gt;Follow along for nutrition education, athlete fueling, faith-based encouragement, and leadership insight:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Instagram (Primary):&lt;/b&gt; @nutrition_with_wendi and @devotions_with_wendi&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;X (formerly Twitter):&lt;/b&gt; @Wendi_Irlbeck&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Facebook:&lt;/b&gt; Nutrition with Wendi&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;LinkedIn:&lt;/b&gt; Wendi Irlbeck, MS, RDN, LD, CISSN&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h2&gt;&lt;b&gt;🌐 Websites, Book &amp;amp; Resources&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Nutrition, Programs &amp;amp; Speaking:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;👉&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Faith &amp;amp; Devotionals:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;👉&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.devotionswithwendi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; https://www.devotionswithwendi.com&lt;/a&gt; order&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.amazon.com/Devotions-Wendi-5-Minute-Moments-Build/dp/B0F7V352D3/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; Wendi&apos;s 365 day devotional on Amazon!&lt;/a&gt; Support the ministry! Wendi-Irlbeck on Venmo&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h2&gt;&lt;b&gt;🙏 Stay Connected&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p&gt;If this episode encouraged you, challenged you, or helped you think differently about your health and faith:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Subscribe to the show&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Leave a review&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:13:29</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/06aaf914-4438-4ed9-8490-4050b851f8c0/logos/4e91b681-cd13-46fb-af97-036d521fb5d1.png"/><itunes:title>Episode 3: Sleep-The most underrated health and performance tool</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>bonus</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Episode 2: Dietary Guidelines & Gluttony]]></title><description><![CDATA[<h2><b>The Wendi Irlbeck Show – Episode 2</b></h2><h3><i>U.S. Dietary Guidelines: Then vs. Now — What Changed and What Didn’t</i></h3><p>Welcome back to <b>The Wendi Irlbeck Show</b>—a weekly podcast designed to <b>fuel your faith, strengthen your body, and sharpen your mind</b>.</p><p>Hosted by <b>Wendi Irlbeck</b>—Christian author, registered dietitian, certified sports nutritionist, speaker, entrepreneur, and nonprofit leader—this show delivers biblically grounded, evidence-based conversations that bring clarity to health, leadership, and daily life.</p><h3><b>In This Episode</b></h3><p>The U.S. Dietary Guidelines have changed their language—but has the truth actually changed?</p><p>In Episode 2, Wendi breaks down:</p><ul><li>The difference between <b>old vs. new dietary guidelines</b></li><li>What <i>changed</i> in the 2025–2030 recommendations—and what did not</li><li>Why confusion around food has caused more harm than carbs, fat, or protein ever have</li><li>The role of <b>stewardship, discipline, and contentment</b> in how we eat</li><li>Why whole foods, adequate protein, and fueling according to need remain the foundation</li></ul><p>This episode cuts through noise, numbers, and diet culture to bring <b>common sense, clarity, and conviction</b>—rooted in both Scripture and physiology.</p><h3><b>This Show Is For</b></h3><ul><li>Athletes and student-athletes</li><li>Parents and coaches</li><li>Educators, trainers, and dietitians</li><li>Business owners and young entrepreneurs</li><li>Anyone seeking better health and a deeper walk with Christ</li></ul><p>Each 30-minute episode blends <b>faith, fitness, nutrition, leadership, and real-life application</b>, equipping you with tools you can actually use—without overwhelm.</p><h2>🔗 <b>CONNECT WITH WENDI</b></h2><p>Follow along for nutrition education, athlete fueling, faith-based encouragement, and leadership insight:</p><ul><li><b>Instagram (Primary):</b> @nutrition_with_wendi | @devotions_with_wendi</li><li><b>X (formerly Twitter):</b> @Wendi_Irlbeck</li><li><b>Facebook:</b> Nutrition with Wendi</li><li><b>LinkedIn:</b> Wendi Irlbeck, MS, RDN, LD, CISSN</li></ul><h2>🌐 <b>WEBSITES, BOOK &amp; RESOURCES</b></h2><p><b>Nutrition, Programs &amp; Speaking:</b><br />👉 <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com" target="_blank">https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com</a></p><p><b>Faith &amp; Devotionals:</b><br />👉 <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.devotionswithwendi.com" target="_blank">https://www.devotionswithwendi.com</a></p><p>📘 <i>Devotions With Wendi: Five-Minute Moments to Build Your Faith in 365 Days</i><br />Order on Amazon: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.amazon.com/Devotions-Wend" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/Devotions-Wend</a>...</p><p>❤️ Support the ministry: <b>Venmo – Wendi-Irlbeck</b></p><h2>🙏 <b>STAY CONNECTED</b></h2><p>If this episode encouraged you, challenged you, or helped bring clarity:</p><ul><li>Subscribe to the show</li><li>Leave a review</li><li>Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today</li></ul><p>New episodes weekly.<br />Let’s pursue a deeper relationship with Christ—<b>mind, body, and spirit</b>.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">19143647-f24d-4fd9-bff4-f94d4b279605</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[wendi irlbeck]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 22:57:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/3f71794a2d5cfbed4c50d6d383ad25e00e955e908a8960f3aa9acb8aa1d29ad0/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIxOTE0MzY0Ny1mMjRkLTRmZDktYmZmNC1mOTRkNGIyNzk2MDUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwNmFhZjkxNC00NDM4LTRlZDktODQ5MC00MDUwYjg1MWY4YzAiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODllNDQyZjkzNDM5ZWY3MzU5ZDQ2NzkiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk3N2YwOTc5MDZiOTViODQzNzcyMTMxL3dlbmRpLWlybGJlY2tzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTEtMjZfXzIzLTU0LTE1Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="20222999" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;h2&gt;&lt;b&gt;The Wendi Irlbeck Show – Episode 2&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;h3&gt;&lt;i&gt;U.S. Dietary Guidelines: Then vs. Now — What Changed and What Didn’t&lt;/i&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p&gt;Welcome back to &lt;b&gt;The Wendi Irlbeck Show&lt;/b&gt;—a weekly podcast designed to &lt;b&gt;fuel your faith, strengthen your body, and sharpen your mind&lt;/b&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Hosted by &lt;b&gt;Wendi Irlbeck&lt;/b&gt;—Christian author, registered dietitian, certified sports nutritionist, speaker, entrepreneur, and nonprofit leader—this show delivers biblically grounded, evidence-based conversations that bring clarity to health, leadership, and daily life.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3&gt;&lt;b&gt;In This Episode&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p&gt;The U.S. Dietary Guidelines have changed their language—but has the truth actually changed?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In Episode 2, Wendi breaks down:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;The difference between &lt;b&gt;old vs. new dietary guidelines&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;What &lt;i&gt;changed&lt;/i&gt; in the 2025–2030 recommendations—and what did not&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Why confusion around food has caused more harm than carbs, fat, or protein ever have&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The role of &lt;b&gt;stewardship, discipline, and contentment&lt;/b&gt; in how we eat&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Why whole foods, adequate protein, and fueling according to need remain the foundation&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;This episode cuts through noise, numbers, and diet culture to bring &lt;b&gt;common sense, clarity, and conviction&lt;/b&gt;—rooted in both Scripture and physiology.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3&gt;&lt;b&gt;This Show Is For&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Athletes and student-athletes&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Parents and coaches&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Educators, trainers, and dietitians&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Business owners and young entrepreneurs&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Anyone seeking better health and a deeper walk with Christ&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;Each 30-minute episode blends &lt;b&gt;faith, fitness, nutrition, leadership, and real-life application&lt;/b&gt;, equipping you with tools you can actually use—without overwhelm.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h2&gt;🔗 &lt;b&gt;CONNECT WITH WENDI&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p&gt;Follow along for nutrition education, athlete fueling, faith-based encouragement, and leadership insight:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Instagram (Primary):&lt;/b&gt; @nutrition_with_wendi | @devotions_with_wendi&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;X (formerly Twitter):&lt;/b&gt; @Wendi_Irlbeck&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Facebook:&lt;/b&gt; Nutrition with Wendi&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;LinkedIn:&lt;/b&gt; Wendi Irlbeck, MS, RDN, LD, CISSN&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;h2&gt;🌐 &lt;b&gt;WEBSITES, BOOK &amp;amp; RESOURCES&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Nutrition, Programs &amp;amp; Speaking:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;👉 &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Faith &amp;amp; Devotionals:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;👉 &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.devotionswithwendi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.devotionswithwendi.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;📘 &lt;i&gt;Devotions With Wendi: Five-Minute Moments to Build Your Faith in 365 Days&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Order on Amazon: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.amazon.com/Devotions-Wend&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.amazon.com/Devotions-Wend&lt;/a&gt;...&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;❤️ Support the ministry: &lt;b&gt;Venmo – Wendi-Irlbeck&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h2&gt;🙏 &lt;b&gt;STAY CONNECTED&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p&gt;If this episode encouraged you, challenged you, or helped bring clarity:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Subscribe to the show&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Leave a review&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;New episodes weekly.&lt;br /&gt;Let’s pursue a deeper relationship with Christ—&lt;b&gt;mind, body, and spirit&lt;/b&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:28:10</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/06aaf914-4438-4ed9-8490-4050b851f8c0/logos/4e91b681-cd13-46fb-af97-036d521fb5d1.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Episode 2: Dietary Guidelines &amp; Gluttony</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Episode 1: Put Christ FIRST!]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to the very first episode of <b>The Wendi Irlbeck Show</b>—a weekly podcast designed to <b>fuel your faith, strengthen your body, and sharpen your mind</b>.</p><p>Hosted by <b>Wendi Irlbeck</b>, Christian author, registered dietitian, certified sports nutritionist, speaker, entrepreneur, and nonprofit leader, this show delivers real conversations and practical strategies for living strong—mind, body, and spirit.</p><p>In this kickoff episode, we get fired up about:</p><ul><li>Taking ownership of your health and habits</li><li>Controlling the controllables in a chaotic world</li><li>Why putting God first impacts every area of your life—your health, your leadership, and your purpose</li></ul><p>This show is for:</p><ul><li>Athletes and student-athletes</li><li>Parents and coaches</li><li>Educators, trainers, and dietitians</li><li>Business owners and young entrepreneurs</li><li>Anyone seeking better health and a deeper walk with Christ</li></ul><p>Each 30-minute episode blends <b>faith, fitness, nutrition, leadership, and real-life application</b>, equipping you with tools you can actually use—without overwhelm.</p><h2>🔗 Connect with Wendi</h2><p>Follow along for nutrition education, athlete fueling, faith-based encouragement, and leadership insight:</p><p><b>Instagram (Primary):</b> @nutrition_with_wendi and @devotions_with_wendi<br /><b>X (formerly Twitter):</b> @Wendi_Irlbeck<br /><b>Facebook:</b> Nutrition with Wendi<br /><b>LinkedIn:</b> Wendi Irlbeck, MS, RDN, LD, CISSN</p><h2>🌐 Websites, Book &amp; Resources</h2><p><b>Nutrition, Programs &amp; Speaking:</b><br />👉 <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com" target="_blank">https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com</a></p><p><b>Faith &amp; Devotionals:</b><br />👉 <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.devotionswithwendi.com" target="_blank">https://www.devotionswithwendi.com</a> order <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.amazon.com/Devotions-Wendi-5-Minute-Moments-Build/dp/B0F7V352D3/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0" target="_blank">Wendi's 365 day devotional on Amazon!</a> Support the ministry! Wendi-Irlbeck on Venmo</p><h2>🙏 Stay Connected</h2><p>If this episode encouraged you, challenged you, or helped you think differently about your health and faith:</p><ul><li>Subscribe to the show</li><li>Leave a review</li><li>Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today</li></ul><p>New episodes weekly.<br />Let’s pursue a depper relationship with Christ together—<b>mind, body, and spirit</b>.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">4f54d6bb-bea8-4320-ac7d-d9461c96ef91</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[wendi irlbeck]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2026 18:57:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/09a4ce977a5a55e0b8f9b03491ef62cb7c7a56a06295c1a704582510140a12d5/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI0ZjU0ZDZiYi1iZWE4LTQzMjAtYWM3ZC1kOTQ2MWM5NmVmOTEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwNmFhZjkxNC00NDM4LTRlZDktODQ5MC00MDUwYjg1MWY4YzAiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODllNDQyZjkzNDM5ZWY3MzU5ZDQ2NzkiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk2ZTdiNmFlYzgyZDdlYzNlOWNjYWExL3dlbmRpLWlybGJlY2tzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTEtMTlfXzE5LTQzLTU0Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="25358096" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Welcome to the very first episode of &lt;b&gt;The Wendi Irlbeck Show&lt;/b&gt;—a weekly podcast designed to &lt;b&gt;fuel your faith, strengthen your body, and sharpen your mind&lt;/b&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Hosted by &lt;b&gt;Wendi Irlbeck&lt;/b&gt;, Christian author, registered dietitian, certified sports nutritionist, speaker, entrepreneur, and nonprofit leader, this show delivers real conversations and practical strategies for living strong—mind, body, and spirit.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this kickoff episode, we get fired up about:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Taking ownership of your health and habits&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Controlling the controllables in a chaotic world&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Why putting God first impacts every area of your life—your health, your leadership, and your purpose&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;This show is for:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Athletes and student-athletes&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Parents and coaches&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Educators, trainers, and dietitians&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Business owners and young entrepreneurs&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Anyone seeking better health and a deeper walk with Christ&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;Each 30-minute episode blends &lt;b&gt;faith, fitness, nutrition, leadership, and real-life application&lt;/b&gt;, equipping you with tools you can actually use—without overwhelm.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h2&gt;🔗 Connect with Wendi&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p&gt;Follow along for nutrition education, athlete fueling, faith-based encouragement, and leadership insight:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Instagram (Primary):&lt;/b&gt; @nutrition_with_wendi and @devotions_with_wendi&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;X (formerly Twitter):&lt;/b&gt; @Wendi_Irlbeck&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Facebook:&lt;/b&gt; Nutrition with Wendi&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;LinkedIn:&lt;/b&gt; Wendi Irlbeck, MS, RDN, LD, CISSN&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h2&gt;🌐 Websites, Book &amp;amp; Resources&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Nutrition, Programs &amp;amp; Speaking:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;👉 &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.nutritionwithwendi.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Faith &amp;amp; Devotionals:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;👉 &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.devotionswithwendi.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.devotionswithwendi.com&lt;/a&gt; order &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.amazon.com/Devotions-Wendi-5-Minute-Moments-Build/dp/B0F7V352D3/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Wendi&apos;s 365 day devotional on Amazon!&lt;/a&gt; Support the ministry! Wendi-Irlbeck on Venmo&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h2&gt;🙏 Stay Connected&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p&gt;If this episode encouraged you, challenged you, or helped you think differently about your health and faith:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Subscribe to the show&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Leave a review&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;New episodes weekly.&lt;br /&gt;Let’s pursue a depper relationship with Christ together—&lt;b&gt;mind, body, and spirit&lt;/b&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:33:16</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/06aaf914-4438-4ed9-8490-4050b851f8c0/logos/4e91b681-cd13-46fb-af97-036d521fb5d1.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Episode 1: Put Christ FIRST!</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>