Alyssa Olenick
Exercise physiologist, hybrid athlete, and coach with a PhD in exercise metabolism; 17-time ultramarathon finisher, creator of The Lyss Method / Docalist Fitness, and the episode's featured expert on ultramarathon training, speed work, and life–training balance.
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Mar 18, 2024 • 1h 37min
How should women approach exercise? | Alyssa Olenick, PhD (Part 1)
Explore female-specific exercise strategies with Dr. Alyssa Olenick, debunking myths on menstruation in workouts, optimal training frequency and intensity, combining cardio and strength training, importance of carbohydrates in performance, and signs of low energy levels.
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Nov 19, 2025 • 1h 9min
Dr. Alyssa Olenick on Ultramarathon Training Tips, Why Speedwork Matters, and Balancing Life and Training
Dr. Alyssa Olenick, an exercise physiologist and 17-time ultramarathon finisher, shares her expertise on ultramarathon training. She discusses how speedwork can significantly enhance performance, the importance of balancing life with intense training, and lessons learned from her ultrarunning journey. Alyssa emphasizes understanding life-load versus training load to avoid burnout. She also offers practical strategies for efficient training and designing a race season that promotes fitness without overwhelm. A must-listen for those seeking to optimize their ultramarathon experience!
Jun 2, 2024 • 1h 17min
543: How women should eat, exercise, & recover to gain lean muscle | Alyssa Olenick, Ph.D., exercise physiologist
Exercise physiologist Alyssa Olenick discusses how women should eat, exercise, and recover to gain lean muscle. Topics include differences in exercise between men and women, signs of energy deficit, assessing recovery, ideal protein and carb intake, benefits of creatine for women, resistance training tips, lifting to failure, maximizing a 30-minute workout, switching up routines, staying active on off days, and the benefits of taking the stairs.
