EPISODE · Feb 11, 2026 · 18 MIN
EP 96: Most Warm-Ups Are a Waste of Time… Here’s What Actually Works
from The Hybrid Lab with Dr. Alyssa Olenick · host Dr. Alyssa Olenick
📲 Get my free lifting calculator & RPE guide to start actually training hard enough in the gym → https://bit.ly/4mtleF5→ This video is a podcast version of a full YouTube video! Watch it here on Spotify (video edition) or YouTube: https://youtu.be/MjQwtiiK6BgGet $20 off your first month with code PODCAST:→ https://www.thelyssmethod.com/ Stop wasting 30 minutes on warm-ups you don’t need — and stop jumping under the bar cold. In this video, Dr. Alyssa Olenick, PhD in Exercise Physiology, shares her simple, effective, and time-efficient warm-up method for strength training.This is the exact approach she uses for herself and her clients inside The Lyss Method to get warm, get moving, and start lifting — without wasting time.Here’s what you’ll learn:• Cardio warm-up: How to get your heart rate up and prime your body for lifting• Foam rolling: Benefits for muscle activation and injury prevention• Dynamic stretches: The importance of flexibility and mobility before lifting• Core exercises: Activating your core for better stability during lifts• Movement prep: Preparing your joints and muscles for the workout aheadThis warm-up routine is perfect for anyone looking to optimize their workout and reduce the risk of injury. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned lifter, Alyssa’s tips will help you improve performance and get the most out of every training session.🤘🏻 TRAIN WITH ME HERE → https://www.thelyssmethod.com/programs🤘🏻 FOLLOW LYSS ON IG → https://www.instagram.com/doclyssfitness/🤘🏻 LEARN MORE + FREE RESOURCES → https://doclyssfitness.com/Time Stamps:0:00 - Introduction0:57 - Getting warm via cardio1:40 - Thoughts on foam rolling3:02 - Dynamic movements/stretches4:45 - Mix in core work5:50 - Movement prep7:15 - Possible plyometrics7:40 - Get under the bar11:00 - Warm-ups set jumps15:05 - Recap and wrap-up#WarmUpForLifting #StrengthTrainingTips #WeightliftingWarmUp #TheLyssMethod #LiftingTips #PreWorkoutRoutine
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