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What if most of the "female-specific" training advice you're hearing is missing the bigger picture?
Dr. Alyssa Olenick breaks down the science of what actually works for women - from cardio programming to strength training protocols - and why the fear-based messaging around hormones, cortisol, and zone training is doing more harm than good.
You'll learn:
How to spot BS fitness advice (hint: absolutes and fear-mongering are red flags)
Why cardio isn't "destroying your hormones" - and what poor programming actually looks like
The truth about zone training: when it matters and when you can ignore it
How to balance HIIT, steady-state, and recovery across your week
Why the "cortisol from cardio" fear is overblown (and what actually raises cortisol)
What makes a good resistance training program (spoiler: it's not just 5x5 heavy lifting)
The menopause training narrative: why 8-12 reps still work
How to train with intention instead of just "going hard" every session
Why fitness status matters more than sex differences in training response
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What if most of the "female-specific" training advice you're hearing is missing the bigger picture?
Dr. Alyssa Olenick breaks down the science of what actually works for women - from cardio programming to strength training protocols - and why the fear-based messaging around hormones, cortisol, and zone training is doing more harm than good.
You'll learn:
How to spot BS fitness advice (hint: absolutes and fear-mongering are red flags)
Why cardio isn't "destroying your hormones" - and what poor programming actually looks like
The truth about zone training: when it matters and when you can ignore it
How to balance HIIT, steady-state, and recovery across your week
Why the "cortisol from cardio" fear is overblown (and what actually raises cortisol)
What makes a good resistance training program (spoiler: it's not just 5x5 heavy lifting)
The menopause training narrative: why 8-12 reps still work
How to train with intention instead of just "going hard" every session
Why fitness status matters more than sex differences in training response

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