Hyperformance Podcast SZN 2 EP 181 - ALYSSA OLENICK (@doclyssfitness)
Apr 13, 2025
Alyssa Olenick, a PhD in exercise physiology and expert in hybrid training, shares her insights on fitness. She discusses the minimum running doses for marathon training, practical strategies for balancing strength and endurance, and the significance of personalized plans. Alyssa also highlights the underrepresentation of women in research and critiques outdated approaches to female training. The conversation explores fitness competitions like CrossFit and High Rocks, emphasizing the importance of understanding individual strengths for optimal performance.
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From Grad Student to Coach
- Alyssa started her fitness business out of necessity during graduate school when she couldn't pay rent.
- She launched eBooks and coaching alongside her PhD, growing a successful hybrid training platform over time.
Minimum Marathon Mileage Advice
- Aim for at least 30 miles per week and a 15-mile long run when training for a marathon.
- Build a solid running base before increasing volume and intensity to avoid injury and improve performance.
Distribute Running Volume Weekly
- Rely less on a single long run; distribute running volume across multiple weekly sessions.
- Increased run frequency improves tissue adaptation, boosts aerobic fitness, and reduces injury risk.