Published Nov 25, 2021

s1/e45 Running & Your Menstrual Cycle with Dr. Alyssa Olenick, PhD (@doclyssfitness)

Dr. Alyssa Olenick delves into the interplay between running and the menstrual cycle, offering practical tips on optimizing nutrition, managing hormonal contraceptives, and adjusting training to maximize performance and health. Emphasizing a holistic approach, she provides key insights for tailoring fitness strategies to align with hormonal changes.

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- What are the best exercises for overall health and longevity?
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- When should I eat carbohydrates?
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- What are the best exercise routines to follow during perimenopause?
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- Are there similar episodes I should listen to that discuss female-specific exercise and nutrition for health, performance, and longevity?
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- When should I eat before a workout?
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- How does birth control affect hormone levels?
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- How does taking birth control affect the body?
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- How can tailored nutrition impact women's fitness?
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- How can hormone levels affect aging?
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- What is an ideal weekly exercise routine for overall health and longevity?
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- How many carbohydrates should I consume per day?
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- How do I exercise for health and longevity?
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- What are the best habits for overall health and performance?
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- How does birth control impact health?
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- What is the importance of fitness?
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s1/e45 Running & Your Menstrual Cycle with Dr. Alyssa Olenick, PhD (@doclyssfitness)

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Aging and Exercise

Hormonal Changes

Optimizing Nutrition for Female Runners

The Science of Exercise

The Importance of Periodized Training

Maximizing Performance during Different Phases

Fueling for Endurance

Optimizing Performance

Understanding Menstrual Cycles

Understanding Menstrual Cycle Phases

Hormonal Birth Control

Optimizing Nutrition for Women

Hormone Fluctuations

Training with Your Period

Questions from this episode

What are the best exercises for overall health and longevity?

When should I eat carbohydrates?

What are the best exercise routines to follow during perimenopause?

Are there similar episodes I should listen to that discuss female-specific exercise and nutrition for health, performance, and longevity?

When should I eat before a workout?

How does birth control affect hormone levels?

How does taking birth control affect the body?

How can tailored nutrition impact women's fitness?

How can hormone levels affect aging?

What is an ideal weekly exercise routine for overall health and longevity?

How many carbohydrates should I consume per day?

How do I exercise for health and longevity?

What are the best habits for overall health and performance?

How does birth control impact health?

What is the importance of fitness?

Episode Highlights

Nutrition Strategies

Impact of Birth Control

Training Adjustments

Menstrual Cycle Phases

s1/e45 Running & Your Menstrual Cycle with Dr. Alyssa Olenick, PhD (@doclyssfitness)

Topics covered

Popular Clips

Questions from this episode

Episode Highlights

Nutrition StrategiesAlyssa Olenick explores how women can optimize their nutrition throughout their menstrual cycle to enhance running performance. She provides insights into adjusting carbohydrate and protein intake to align with hormonal changes.

Nutrition Strategies

Impact of Birth ControlAlyssa Olenick explores the nuanced effects of hormonal contraceptives on exercise performance and hormonal balance. She highlights the importance of individual responses and the potential impacts on training and health.

Impact of Birth Control

Training Adjustments

Menstrual Cycle PhasesAlyssa Olenick explores the intricate relationship between the menstrual cycle and athletic performance. She highlights how understanding hormonal fluctuations can help tailor training and nutrition for optimal results.

Menstrual Cycle Phases