The Hybrid Lab with Dr. Alyssa Olenick

EP79: The Hybrid Lab - New Name, Same Lyss. The podcast rebrand and why I did it.

The Hybrid Lab with Dr. Alyssa Olenick

Show Notes

🎙 Welcome to The Hybrid Lab (formerly The Messy Middle Podcast)

In this exciting reintroduction episode, Dr. Alyssa Olenick shares the why behind the rebrand from The Messy Middle to The Hybrid Lab. She reflects on the podcast’s evolution—from its PhD-era roots with co-host Kate to its new focus on hybrid training, female physiology, and evidence-based coaching.

Alyssa dives into: Why nuance will always be at the heart of her content

How her brand has shifted to focus on hybrid athletes, runners who lift, and lifters who run

Her journey from PhD student to expert in hybrid training and exercise science

A sneak peek into upcoming episode topics like fasting and female training

The move to more real-time, organic podcasting with live video recordings

Why this space still matters for busy women who want to learn and apply real science to their training

Whether you're a long-time listener or new to the pod, this episode sets the stage for what’s next: deeper conversations, expert insights, and a continued commitment to science-backed, real-world applicable training info. 🔬 Welcome to The Hybrid Lab—where science meets sweat. 📲 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share the show if you’re loving the new vibe!

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