The Hybrid Lab with Dr. Alyssa Olenick

EP 103: Why Every Runner Should Be Doing Striders (Backed By Science)

🤘🏻 GRAB MY FREE ZONES CALCULATOR → https://doc-lyss-fitness.myflodesk.com/zones-help-ytThis video is a podcast version of a full YouTube video! Watch it here on Spotify (video edition) or YouTube: https://youtu.be/b188Rx_-zUkGet $20 off your first month with code PODCAST:→ https://www.thelyssmethod.com/ Are you doing striders in your running training?If not, you might be leaving free speed on the table.In this video, I break down exactly what striders are, how to do them properly, and why they’re one of the most effective (and most underrated) tools for improving running speed — without adding extra fatigue.We cover:• What a strider actually is (and what it’s not)• The difference between striders and sprinting• How to perform them correctly (acceleration, hold, deceleration)• Why striders improve neuromuscular efficiency• How they help you recruit more power without heavy fatigue• How beginners and advanced runners should use them• When to add striders into your week• How many to do and how to progressStriders are short accelerations at 80–95% effort that help train your body to run faster efficiently — without the lactate buildup or stress of full speed workouts.They’re perfect for:• Beginner runners adding speed work• Intermediate runners stuck at a plateau• Advanced runners wanting more efficient speed• Warming up before races• Improving stride length and cadence• Sneaking in form work without formal drillsIf you want a simple way to improve speed without burnout, this is it.🤘🏻 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/

EP 102: How to Get Back Into Lifting After Time Off (Without Burning Out)

📲 Get my free lifting calculator & RPE guide to start actually training hard enough in the gym: https://bit.ly/4mtleF5→ This video is a podcast version of a full YouTube video! Watch it here on Spotify (video edition) or YouTube: https://youtu.be/yjKbgjwXq34Get $20 off your first month with code PODCAST:→ https://www.thelyssmethod.com/ Took time off from lifting — whether for vacation, sickness, or just life getting in the way — and not sure how to start again? In this video, Dr. Alyssa Olenick (PhD, Exercise Physiology) walks you through exactly how to ease back into resistance training safely and effectively.You’ll learn:• How much strength and muscle you actually lose during time off• Why you get so sore after your first sessions back• How to adjust weights, reps, and sets when restarting• The “1 week off = 1 week easing back” rule• How to rebuild consistency without burning out or getting injuredWhether you took a week off, a month off, or even longer, this science-based guide will help you return to lifting the right way — so you can build strength again without frustration.🤘🏻 TRAIN WITH ME HERE → https://www.thelyssmethod.com/programs🤘🏻 FOLLOW LYSS ON IG → https://www.instagram.com/doclyssfitness/🤘🏻 LEARN MORE + FREE RESOURCES → https://doclyssfitness.com/Time Stamps:0:00 - Introduction0:45 - 3 Week Long Vacation1:42 - Piece of Advice2:24 - Return to Your Program (Tip 1)3:50 - Adjusting RPE to 5-65:30 - Reintroduction Week7:48 - Maintain Volume (Tip 2)8:27 - Eating and Sleeping (Tip 3)9:30 - Taking Months Off & Where to Start11:30 - Wrap Up

EP 101: How to Run Faster | Science-Backed Speed Training for all Levels

🔥 Get my free ZONES CALCULATOR & PhD-backed running tips here:→ https://bit.ly/4lYPHKK → This video is a podcast version of a full YouTube video! Watch it here on Spotify (video edition) or YouTube: https://youtu.be/i_9jfbUNY_EGet $20 off your first month with code PODCAST:→ https://www.thelyssmethod.com/ Want to run faster without burning out? In this video, Doc Lyss breaks down science-based strategies to increase your speed efficiently. Learn how to integrate speed work drills like striders and pick-ups, build a strong mileage foundation, and balance easy Zone 2 runs with high-intensity training to get FASTER. 🎥 Beginners Runner Video → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=twuSS9Uu2p0🤘🏻 TRAIN & RUN WITH ME HERE → https://www.thelyssmethod.com/programs🤘🏻 FOLLOW ME ON IG → https://www.instagram.com/doclyssfitness/🤘🏻 LEARN MORE + FREE RESOURCES → https://doclyssfitness.com/Timstamps:0:00 - Introduction1:40 - Striders3:00 - Pick-up runs4:38 - Speed work day and examples8:50 - Volume of training10:08 - Run slow to get fast11:11 - Summary/recap

EP 100: Zone 2 Cardio Made Fun - 3 Ways to Keep It Interesting & Effective

🔥 Get my free ZONES CALCULATOR & PhD-backed running tips here: → https://bit.ly/4lYPHKK → This video is a podcast version of a full YouTube video! Watch it here on Spotify (video edition) or YouTube: https://youtu.be/wvZScbcEbEcGet $20 off your first month with code PODCAST:→ https://www.thelyssmethod.com/ Zone 2 cardio doesn’t have to be boring. In this video, Dr. Alyssa Olenick, PhD in Exercise Physiology, shares three different ways to do Zone 2 training—from the classic steady-state session to more creative interval-based approaches that keep you engaged and consistent.You’ll learn:- What Zone 2 training really means- Classic Steady-State Zone 2 Cardio- Multi-Machine / Erg Interval Zone 2 Training- CrossFit-Style / Metcon-Inspired Zone 2 Workouts- How to choose the best option for your goalsWhether you’re a runner, hybrid athlete, or just looking to improve your cardio fitness, these methods can help you build endurance, improve recovery, and actually look forward to your easier training days.📌 RESOURCES🎯 Download my Zones Mini Guide: https://bit.ly/4i2k4Ot🏋️‍♀️ Train with me in The Lyss Method: https://www.thelyssmethod.com/programs🤘🏻 FOLLOW ME ON IG → https://www.instagram.com/doclyssfitness/ Time Stamps:0:00 - Introduction1:35 - Traditional steady state3:35 - Multiple ergs option5:04 - METCON style approach6:28 - Different variations6:55 - The Lyss Method & recap#Zone2Cardio #EnduranceTraining #HybridTraining #RunningTips #CardioWorkout #FitnessTips #TheLyssMethod #zone2

EP 99: Heart Rate Zone Training? Watch This Before You Rely on Your Running Watch

🔥 Get my free ZONES CALCULATOR & PhD-backed running tips here → https://bit.ly/4lYPHKK → This video is a podcast version of a full YouTube video! Watch it here on Spotify (video edition) or YouTube: https://youtu.be/Yl56Q6ZK4HUGet $20 off your first month with code PODCAST:→ https://www.thelyssmethod.com/ Are you relying on your running watch for heart rate training? 👀 You might be getting inaccurate data! In this video, Dr. Alyssa breaks down the differences between optical heart rate sensors (like those in Garmin, Apple Watch, and Coros) and chest strap monitors.Learn how wrist-based HR monitors actually work, when they fail, and why chest straps are still the gold standard for accurate heart rate training.Whether you're training by heart rate zones, doing Zone 2 cardio, or looking to improve performance, this video will help you understand which device gives you the most reliable data for smarter training.TOPICS COVERED:- How optical heart rate sensors work- Why wrist-based monitors are often inaccurate- Benefits of chest strap HR monitors for runners and endurance athletes- Tips for getting the most accurate heart rate data during workouts Perfect for runners, cyclists, endurance athletes, and anyone training with heart rate.📌 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and drop a comment if you’ve noticed differences between your watch and chest strap readings!🤘🏻 TRAIN WITH ME HERE → https://www.thelyssmethod.com/programs🤘🏻 FOLLOW ME ON IG → https://www.instagram.com/doclyssfitness/🤘🏻 LEARN MORE + FREE RESOURCES → https://doclyssfitness.comTime Stamps:0:00 – Should You Use a Watch or Chest Strap? 0:07 – Intro: Why Accuracy Matters 0:25 – How Watches Measure Heart Rate 0:50 – Photoplethysmography Explained 1:35 – Why Wrist Sensors Are Less Accurate 2:10 – When a Watch Is 'Good Enough' 2:45 – Examples of Inaccuracies from Different Devices 3:13 – Chest Straps vs Armbands vs Watches 3:55 – How Chest Straps Work 4:30 – Best Chest Strap Brands & Options 5:10 – Tips for Getting Accurate Readings 5:53 – When to Use a Chest Strap 6:45 – Summary: Choose Based on Your Goals 7:22 – Free Zones Calculator & Final Thoughts #zone2 #hybridtraining #runningtips #heartratemonitor #marathon #halfmarathon #hyrox #hyroxtraining #hybridfitness