What you put in your body determines how you perform, recover, and how long you last. In this episode, Dr. Kevin Rindal sits down with Dr. Rick Kreider, one of the world’s leading experts in sports nutrition and creatine, to break down how field athletes can fuel their work, recover faster, and stay sharp in demanding environments. From hydration to recovery, this episode turns elite performance science into real-world tools for the jobsite. Plus, the truth about creatine: what it actually does, why it’s so studied, and how it impacts not just strength, but brain function, fatigue, and long-term health. If your job demands physical output, resilience, and focus, this episode will change how you think about nutrition.What you’ll learn:How to fuel your body for long, demanding workdaysWhy hydration and electrolytes directly impact safety and performanceSimple recovery strategies that reduce soreness and improve next-day outputThe science behind creatine for energy, cognition, and longevityHow fatigue, alcohol, and nicotine impact recovery and performanceWhy treating your body like an athlete extends your careerCONNECTConnect with Dr. Kevin RindalWorkReady Hub: https://www.kevinrindal.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinrindal/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/workready_Kevin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61586160030451 Subscribe to Field Notes: https://www.kevinrindal.com/connect Connect with Dr. Rick KreiderLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rick-kreider-83653318/ SPONSORSVimocity Workforce Readiness Platform: http://vimocity.com WorkReady Community (FREE for field pros) https://www.vimocity.com/workready-community CHAPTERS00:00 Welcome to WorkReady03:36 Why Most Workers Are Underfueled (And Don’t Know It)08:54 Safety and Productivity Benefits17:07 Post Work Recovery Foods20:51 Why Cheap Food Is Breaking Your Body Down24:24 Why Alcohol and Smoking Is Slowing Your Recovery27:59 Exercise for Longevity Basics30:04 Creatine Basics Explained36:41 Food Sources And Supplementing38:26 Choosing Quality Creatine49:17 Concussions And Brain Protection52:49 What 24 Hours Without Sleep Does to Your Brain

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