Dr Alyssa Olenick: Why all women should lift weights!
Dr Alyssa Olenick, a renowned exercise physiologist, has built a significant following by championing the benefits of hybrid training, which she exemplifies as both an ultra-marathon runner and powerlifter.
In an in-depth and wide-ranging conversation with Unfiltered editor-in-chief Joe Warner, Dr Olenick dismantles some of the most persistent training and performance myths with science-backed insights. She shares how you can build muscle size, strength, and power while simultaneously improving cardiovascular health and performance. Whether your goal is to become stronger, run faster, or simply enhance your overall health and wellbeing, her advice offers a clear and effective path to achieving your goals.
Dr Olenick also outlines essential training strategies specifically tailored for women, including those navigating peri-menopause and post-menopause. She stresses the importance of incorporating weightlifting into every woman’s fitness routine, particularly for maintaining lean muscle mass, managing weight and supporting bone health. Her guidance goes beyond just training smarter; it’s about creating a sustainable, healthy lifestyle that empowers women at every stage of her life.
