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Episode #305. Transform your fitness approach with Dr Alyssa Olenick's expert guidance on female-specific exercise strategies. With most mainstream exercise guidance based on research primarily undertaken on men, this episode offers much-needed insight into how women can optimise their training program. In part one of this two-part series, Dr Olenick brings the research on exercise for women into the spotlight. You’ll learn about how to design an optimal program, including exercise frequency and intensity, what type of training to do, and whether you should be synching training to your menstrual cycle. We also cover when and what to eat, highlighting the importance of carbohydrates, protein, and getting enough calories. Specifically, we discuss: Introduction (00:00) Overview of Alyssa Olenick's Research (04:58) Exploring Gender Disparities in Sports Science Research (07:47) Should Exercise Guidelines Differ for Men and Women? (13:10) Aligning Exercise with Women's Menstrual Cycles: Myth vs. Science (16: