The Hybrid Lab with Dr. Alyssa Olenick

Liquid IV — Use code DOCLYSS for savings → https://glnk.io/koyv/DOCLYSSFITNESSAre electrolyte supplements actually necessary… or are most people just wasting money on salt packets?→ This video is a podcast version of a full YouTube video! Watch it here on Spotify (video edition) or YouTube: https://youtu.be/UwIoJLqsSrQGet $20 off your first month with code PODCAST:→ https://www.thelyssmethod.com/ In this video, I break down:- What electrolytes actually do- How much sodium you really need- When athletes SHOULD supplement- Signs you may need more electrolytes- Why most people already get enough sodium- How heat, sweat, marathon training, and activity levels change your needs- The truth about Liquid IV, LMNT, and electrolyte hypeIf you’ve ever wondered whether you should be taking electrolytes daily, this video will help you understand what your body actually needs based on your lifestyle and training.Whether you’re a runner, hybrid athlete, gym-goer, or just trying to stay hydrated, this is your evidence-based guide to sodium, hydration, and electrolyte supplementation.🤘🏻 TRAIN WITH ME HERE → https://www.thelyssmethod.com/programs🤘🏻 FOLLOW ME ON IG → https://www.instagram.com/doclyssfitness/🤘🏻 LEARN MORE + FREE RESOURCES → https://doclyssfitness.com/

If you’re trying to get faster as a runner, you’ve probably heard terms like striders, intervals, tempo runs, threshold workouts, and hill repeats.But what do they actually mean?→ This video is a podcast version of a full YouTube video! Watch it here on Spotify (video edition) or YouTube: https://youtu.be/xTUY8DYHoR8Get $20 off your first month with code PODCAST:→ https://www.thelyssmethod.com/ In this video, I break down the different types of speed workouts in running, how they work, and when you should use them in your training.Whether you're a beginner runner or someone training for a race, understanding these workouts will help you train smarter and improve your performance.We cover:• What striders are and why they’re great for adding speed safely• How interval workouts improve VO₂ max and top-end speed• What tempo runs are and when to use them• The difference between tempo vs threshold training• How hill repeats build strength and power• How to balance speed workouts without overtraining• Why more speed work is not always betterEach of these workouts targets a different adaptation in your running, and the right combination depends on your experience level and race goals.Too many runners add too much speed work too fast, which often leads to fatigue, burnout, or injury. Smart training uses the right type of workout at the right time.🤘🏻 TRAIN WITH ME HERE → https://www.thelyssmethod.com/programs🤘🏻 FOLLOW ME ON IG → https://www.instagram.com/doclyssfitness/🤘🏻 LEARN MORE + FREE RESOURCES → https://doclyssfitness.com/

Trying to balance running and lifting without constantly feeling sore, exhausted, or stuck? In this video, I break down exactly how to build the perfect hybrid training split for YOUR goals, schedule, and fitness level.→ This video is a podcast version of a full YouTube video! Watch it here on Spotify (video edition) or YouTube: https://youtu.be/wpj6XMWZXI0Get $20 off your first month with code PODCAST:→ https://www.thelyssmethod.com/ Whether you’re training for a 5K, marathon, Hyrox race, or just want to get stronger while still improving your endurance, this video will help you understand:✅ How many days to run vs lift✅ When to schedule hard workouts✅ How to recover properly between sessions✅ When to double up workouts✅ The best beginner hybrid training setup✅ How advanced athletes structure their week✅ How to avoid burnout & overtraining✅ How to balance strength and endurance without sacrificing progressHybrid training doesn’t have to feel chaotic. Once you understand how to balance effort, recovery, intensity, and volume across the week, everything starts to make a lot more sense.🤘🏻 TRAIN WITH ME HERE → https://www.thelyssmethod.com/programs🤘🏻 FOLLOW ME ON IG → https://www.instagram.com/doclyssfitness/🤘🏻 LEARN MORE + FREE RESOURCES → https://doclyssfitness.com/

Thinking about trying trail running?Whether you're a road runner looking to transition or just curious about running on trails, this video breaks down exactly how to get started—without overcomplicating it.→ This video is a podcast version of a full YouTube video! Watch it here on Spotify (video edition) or YouTube: https://youtu.be/fYB9wu6XNlAGet $20 off your first month with code PODCAST:→ https://www.thelyssmethod.com/ Trail running is different… and that’s the point.In this video, I cover:• How to transition from road running to trails• Why trail running feels slower (and why that’s normal)• The biggest mistakes beginners make• Why you don’t need special gear to start• How to adjust your training (time vs miles)• How to run on uneven terrain safely• When to walk vs run on trails• How strength training improves trail performance• Tips for downhill and uphill runningOne of the biggest mindset shifts?Stop focusing on pace—and start focusing on effort.Trail running is about time on feet, adaptability, and learning how to move efficiently over different terrain.And the best part?You don’t need to be “ready” to start.Just get out there.Subscribe for more running, hybrid training, and performance tips.🤘🏻 TRAIN WITH ME HERE → https://www.thelyssmethod.com/programs🤘🏻 FOLLOW ME ON IG → https://www.instagram.com/doclyssfitness/🤘🏻 LEARN MORE + FREE RESOURCES → https://doclyssfitness.com/

🤘🏻 Get my free Hyrox accelerator → https://doc-lyss-fitness.myflodesk.com/hyrox-accelerator-ytStruggling with the Hyrox sled push?→ This video is a podcast version of a full YouTube video! Watch it here on Spotify (video edition) or YouTube: https://youtu.be/u4DXJ5wwcLMGet $20 off your first month with code PODCAST:→ https://www.thelyssmethod.com/ If you’ve watched a HYROX race, you’ve probably seen athletes using the underarm hook technique…But no one actually explains how to get into that position.In this video, I break it down step-by-step so you can use it on race day.We cover:• What the underarm hook sled push is• Why it’s more efficient than the standard push• How to position your arms and shoulders correctly• How to get your center of mass over the sled• Why most people accidentally push DOWN instead of forward• How to generate more power with your legs• How to try this in warmups (even if you’ve never done it before)This technique helps you:✔ Move the sled faster✔ Use your legs instead of just your arms✔ Conserve energy during your race✔ Improve your overall HYROX timeI personally tried this for the first time right before my race… and it made a huge difference.If you’re racing soon, practice this before race day—or at least try it in the warmup area.🤘🏻 FOLLOW ME ON IG → https://www.instagram.com/doclyssfitness/🤘🏻 LEARN MORE + FREE RESOURCES → https://doclyssfitness.com/