<p>The MidPacker Pod is part of the Freetrail network of Podcasts.<br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Join the Newsletter at:<a href="https://troymeadows.substack.com/?r=2gjcgs&amp;utm_campaign=pub-share-checklist" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> ⁠MidPack Musings SubStack⁠</a></p><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://www.patreon.com/TheMidPackerPod" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠Support the MidPacker Pod on ⁠Patreon⁠.⁠</a></p><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://runtraillife.com/collections/midpacker-pod-merch" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Check Out MPP Merch </a></p><p><br /></p><p>Make sure you leave us a rating and review wherever you get your pods.</p><p><br /></p><p>Looking for 1:1 Ultra Running Coaching? </p><p>Check out <a href="https://runtraillife.com/pages/rtl-coaching-services" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Troy’s Coaching Page<br /></a></p><p><br /></p><p>STOKED TO PARTNER WITH  </p><p><a href="https://playonrelief.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>PLAY ON RELIEF</strong></a> - 20% off your first order</p><p><a href="https://www.trainingpeaks.com/midpacker/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>TRAINING PEAKS</strong></a> - 20% off a premium annual subscription</p><p><a href="https://www.vacationraces.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>VACATION RACES</strong></a><strong> </strong>- 15% off any Ultra, Half Marathon, or Trailfest</p><p><br /></p><p>USE PROMO CODE <strong>MIDPACKER</strong> FOR A SWEET DISCOUNT</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>“More is not always better for everybody.”</p><p><br /></p><p>This episode came together thanks to one of our awesome partners, <strong>Vacation Races</strong>, who connected Troy and Stevie to dive into all things fueling for ultras—and it turned into a seriously valuable conversation.</p><p><br /></p><p>Stevie Smith’s journey is rooted in curiosity…from a former lacrosse goalie who couldn’t run a quarter mile to completing marathons, multiple Ironmans, and even 10K open water swims. Her path wasn’t linear, but that willingness to explore and adapt is exactly what shaped her into the athlete—and coach—she is today.</p><p><br /></p><p>Now a registered sports dietitian and business owner, Stevie helps endurance athletes fuel smarter and perform better. She shares her transition from clinical nutrition to launching her own business, embracing the uncertainty of entrepreneurship, and building a career around helping others thrive.</p><p><br /></p><p>The conversation goes deep on ultra fueling, why more carbs isn’t always better, how to find your personal “sweet spot,” and why logistics can make or break your race. From real food options like potatoes and pierogies to hydration, sodium, and gut training, Stevie keeps it real and practical for everyday runners.</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Key Takeaways:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Curiosity can spark major transformation</p></li><li><p>Cross-training builds durability and longevity</p></li><li><p>Fueling is personal—there’s no universal formula</p></li><li><p>Logistics are just as important as the plan</p></li><li><p>Building a business takes risk, patience, and persistence</p></li></ul><p><br /></p><p><strong>Stevie’s Links</strong></p><p>IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/stevielynlyn/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">@stevielynlyn</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://stevielynrd.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://stevielynrd.com</a></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Partner Links: </strong></p><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://playonrelief.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>PlayOn Relief</strong></a> - <a href="https://playonrelief.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://playonrelief.com</a></p><p>Proven Pain Relief for People Who Refuse to Stop!All Natural, Fast Acting, Long Lasting, Targeted Relief</p><p>Use <strong>MIDPACKER</strong> for 20% off your first order</p><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://www.trainingpeaks.com/midpacker/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>Training Peaks</strong></a></p><p>A training app as versatile as you.</p><p> Start your free trial at  <a href="https://www.trainingpeaks.com/midpacker/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.trainingpeaks.com/midpacker</a></p><p>Use <strong>MIDPACKER</strong> at checkout for 20% off an Annual Premium Subscription</p><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://www.vacationraces.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>Vacation Races</strong></a> - <a href="https://www.vacationraces.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.vacationraces.com</a></p><p>Epic Races on public lands near the most iconic National Park in the US.</p><p>Use <strong>MIDPACKER</strong> at checkout for 15% the registration of any Ultra, Half, or Trailfest</p><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://wahoofitness.com/devices/running/treadmills?utm_source=LongRunLabs&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=shift_US" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>Wahoo Fitness</strong></a><strong> -</strong> <a href="https://wahoofitness.com/devices/running/treadmills?utm_source=LongRunLabs&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=shift_US" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.wahoofitness.com</a></p><p>KICKR RUN invites the rhythm, flow, and freedom of outdoor running inside.</p><p>It’s not running indoors. It’s running, reimagined.</p><p>Run Your Way</p><p>Buy the Wahoo KICKR RUN use code <strong>MIDPACK</strong> to get a <strong>free TRACKR Heart Rate Monitor chest strap. </strong>Remember to add the TRACKR to the cart and the code will apply to discount.</p><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://runtraillife.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>⁠Run Trail Life</strong>⁠</a> - <a href="https://runtraillife.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://runtraillife.com</a></p><p>Find Official MPP Merch on RTL!!</p><p>Use<strong> MIDPACKERPOD</strong> to double the donation from your purchase. </p><p>Visit RunTrailLife.com to check out our line of Hats and Organic cotton T's.</p><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://freetrail.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>⁠Freetrail</strong>⁠</a> - <a href="https://freetrail.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://freetrail.com</a></p><p>Visit Freetrail.com to sign up today.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Stevie Smith, sports nutrition, ultra running fueling, endurance nutrition, Ironman, open water swimming, marathon training, hydration strategy, sodium intake, carbohydrate intake, fueling logistics, trail running, midpack runners, sports dietitian, endurance performance</p><p><br /></p>