The Messy Middle Podcast

In this solo episode with Lyss, she talks about something near and dear to heart (and PhD)... considerations (nutritional) for active females and menstruating individuals while training and living everyday life. Lyss breaks down the 3 biggest considerations she believes are vital to supporting females and menstruating individuals who have performance goals, enjoying training for fun or who are training for a sport/race. These considerations support output, recovery, longevity, overall health and the ability to train hard, get faster and feel GOOD doing so. ⏰ Time Stamps: 0:00 - Introduction 2:30 - Carbs, protein, and overall calories 2:45 - Overall caloric intake 3:45 - Energy availability 5:00 - Studies/data 5:35 - Recommended intake 9:10 - Fueling FIRST 11:05 - Carb and protein importance 13:15 - Carb timing 13:45 - Strict carb examples 14:20 - Menstrual cycle and carbs 17:55 - Protein, protein, protein 19:00 - Why it's important 20:35 - Caloric intake as the foundation 22:45 - Acute and long-term benefits 23:50 - Wrap up/recap → My Made App: https://www.mymadeapp.com/ → FREE Macro Calculator: https://bit.ly/3ANgNx9 → How to Eat More Protein YouTube Video  → Lyss’s Protein Posts on Instagram  ⭐️ Follow Alyssa on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/doclyssfitness/ ⭐️ Follow The Lyss Method on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thelyssmethod/ 🤘🏻Train with us in The Lyss Method where we do ‘hybrid’ training on YOUR terms. We offer lifting, running and cardio programs for every fitness level and schedule. → https://doclyssfitness.com/the-lyss-method 🏃🏻‍♀️ Learn more about the science of running, lifting or hybrid training. → ENDURE RUNNING EBOOK: https://bit.ly/3mRee7u → HYBRID ‘HOW TO’ EBOOK: https://bit.ly/3JCsIly → TRAIN LIFTING EBOOK: https://bit.ly/32KiC1q 🧡 Shop my favorite supplements, gear, skincare and products here. → https://doclyssfitness.com/products-i-love --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-messy-middle-podast/support

In this episode, Em and Lyss discuss the different seasons of nutrition, the importance of each of them from a periodized approach and the varying ways to track macronutrients. They also chat about the importance of understanding each person’s individual need, what works for them based on their lives, where they’ve been, where they want to go and what’s most sustainable & realistic. Em and Lyss also dive into how internal conversations around living in true alignment with values and behaviors is a way to ensure the life someone truly wants to be lived, is being lived. This is a long episode, but filled with tons of education, good conversation and thought provoking questions! ► Follow Emily on IG: https://bit.ly/35Fa8cW ► Work with Emily: https://bit.ly/3gl9OlX ► Join Her Email List: https://bit.ly/3gl9XWx ► Emily's Podcast (Apple): https://apple.co/3oqBuds ► Emily's Podcast (Spotify): https://spoti.fi/3rucqEt ► Emily's Website: https://bit.ly/35UFkW1 ► ‘The Sweet Spot’ Book: https://amzn.to/3rqQwle ► Alyssa’s Macro Calculator: https://bit.ly/3ANgNx9 ► Behavior Change Podcast with Karin: https://bit.ly/3noWLUo ► Reverse Dieting Podcast with Alex: https://bit.ly/3omaITu FOLLOW THE MESSY MIDDLE ON SOCIAL: -Follow Alyssa on Instagram -Follow the Podcast on Instagram SUPPORT THE PODCAST: -Get 20% off your first order of Legion Supplements with code “LITTLELYSS”. -Buy Alyssa a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MessyMiddlePod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-messy-middle-podast/support

In this solo episode with Lyss that you won't want to miss, she goes over the (4) biggest hybrid training mistakes and how to avoid making those mistakes in your very own hybrid training!  ► HYBRID eBook: https://bit.ly/3JCsIly  ► ENDURE 5k Prep Plan: https://bit.ly/3qN821t ► 5k Week Aerobic Base Building Challenge: https://bit.ly/3pO5twW ► Hybrid Training Spectrum Post: https://www.instagram.com/p/CMhaezbAoad/ ► Combine Lift + Running Post: https://www.instagram.com/p/CN5TF_Ag4Ts/ ► Another Hybrid Training Post: https://www.instagram.com/p/CKb3lmxAtPx/ FOLLOW THE MESSY MIDDLE ON SOCIAL: -Follow Alyssa on Instagram -Follow the Podcast on Instagram SUPPORT THE PODCAST: -Get 20% off your first order of Legion Supplements with code “LITTLELYSS”. -Buy Alyssa a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MessyMiddlePod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-messy-middle-podast/support

In this solo episode with Lyss, she talks about her theme for the upcoming year - a year of radical self responsibility - which means getting out of our own way sometimes, taking ownership of our choices (with grace) and taking responsibility for our actions and what we want as outcomes in our lives. You won’t want to miss this one! ► Here is Karin’s Podcast Interview #1 ► Here is Karin’s Podcast Interview #2 ► Check out ‘The Sweet Spot’ Book FOLLOW THE MESSY MIDDLE ON SOCIAL: -Follow Alyssa on Instagram -Follow the Podcast on Instagram SUPPORT THE PODCAST: -Get 20% off your first order of Legion Supplements with code “LITTLELYSS”. -Buy Alyssa a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MessyMiddlePod -Support This Podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-messy-middle-podast/support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-messy-middle-podast/support

In this episode with Dr. Karin Nordin, we talk about setting New Year's goals and why they are positive, long-term sustainable behavior change, re-framing the way we think, tangible things you can do to create these shifts and discipline vs. skill development. We also talk about how and why to embrace failure. You won't want to miss this episode! Listen to Karin's Season 2 Episode  Follow Karin on IG Karin’s Website Purchase the replay of Karin's December “Change Academy” workshop which was all about New Year's resolutions. It's a 1-hour evidence-based workshop & includes a PDF workbook. https://bodybrainalliance.mykajabi.com/offers/iTmxY42o FOLLOW THE MESSY MIDDLE ON SOCIAL: Follow Alyssa on Instagram Follow the Podcast on Instagram SUPPORT THE PODCAST: Get 20% off your first order of Legion Supplements with code “LITTLELYSS”. Buy Alyssa a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MessyMiddlePod Support This Podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-messy-middle-podast/support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-messy-middle-podast/support

Join us this week for our episode with Dr. Mackenzie Minniear. Dr. Mack and she is a PhD, professor and researcher who works at UGA study communication and how family dynamics, race, ethnicity and discrimiation all shape our health and wellbeing. This episode helps debunk some of the common myths around ethnicity and race in health and wellness and the real impact these things can have on health outcomes. Recommended Resources: Podcasts: Codeswitch, Rough Translation, Still Processing  Websites: Psychologybenefits.org/res, http://www.raceconscious.org/ @inliftingcolor Social: Instagram: @_fair_lab_ MESSY MIDDLE SOCIAL: Follow Alyssa on Instagram Follow Kait on Instagram Follow the podcast on Instagram SUPPORT OUR PODCAST: Get 20% off your first order of Legion Supplements with code: messymiddle Buy Lyss & Kait a cup of coffee --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-messy-middle-podast/support

In this episode with Alex Maclin we cover the basics of how to meet yourself where you are at in your nutrition and fitness. With a brief chat on him leaving his Ph.D. program to pursue a career in fitness and nutrition. Alex helps us walk through his approach to reverse dieting with his clients, what this looks like, who it is for, what it actually is and how you can approach this! If you have been struggling with consistent nutrition for years THIS is the episode for you! Alyssa’s Macro calculator: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5e0d543c96d976002746c280 Bethany’s ebook: https://www.ironsoulvb.com/store/iron-soul-guide-to-chasing-health-and-living-a-full-life Layne Norton Reverse dieting book: https://biolaynestore.com/products/the-complete-reverse-dieting-guide-e-book Social: Instagram: @alexqmaclin Website: https://www.alexmaclin.com/ MESSY MIDDLE SOCIAL: Follow Alyssa on Instagram Follow Kait on Instagram Follow the podcast on Instagram SUPPORT OUR PODCAST: Get 20% off your first order of Legion Supplements with code: messymiddle Buy Lyss & Kait a cup of coffee --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-messy-middle-podast/support

Join us this week as Lyss talks about her approach to nutrition called “Lazy Lyss nutrition”. How she simplifies shopping, making meals & reducing the mental effort of feeding ourselves. Lazy lyss nutrition guide: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5fa0894e2a56071817e66fa5 FUEL: littlelyssfitness.com/nutrition code messymiddle3 for 15% off Legion Supplements: CODE MESSYMIDDLE 20% off first order MESSY MIDDLE SOCIAL: Follow Alyssa on Instagram Follow Kait on Instagram Follow the podcast on Instagram SUPPORT OUR PODCAST: Get 20% off your first order of Legion Supplements with code: messymiddle Buy Lyss & Kait a cup of coffee --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-messy-middle-podast/support

Join us for this episode with Dr. Natasha Barnes of Natasha Barnes Rehab. Dr. Barnes grew up a competitive rock climber till a finger injury caused her to stop. After realizing that climbing on the hurt finger actually helped make it stronger, she reframed her view on rehab and her sport, going on to pursue a Doctor of Chiropractic to help others do the same. Dr. Barnes has since cross dabbled in competitive powerlifting, competing at the national level alongside climbing. She now works with climbers helping them reframe how they view strength training in their climbing routine. Social: Instagram: @natashabarnes Website: https://natashabarnesrehab.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHgE4fsFgNTzHdjjNlDf2cg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctornatashabarnes/ MESSY MIDDLE SOCIAL: Follow Alyssa on Instagram Follow Kait on Instagram Follow the podcast on Instagram SUPPORT OUR PODCAST: Get 20% off your first order of Legion Supplements with code: messymiddle Buy Lyss & Kait a cup of coffee --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-messy-middle-podast/support

In this episode with Jasmine Braxton of Strong Flexy Healthy we talk about why she decided to pivot from pre-DPT, to personal trainer, to leaving the floor to help other coaches and trainers elevate the industry. Jasmine has created a system developed to help coaches and trainers with their biggest struggles -- mainly, how to ACTUALLY program for your clients. Join us for this amazing conversation on coaching, programming & how we can work together to change the way others view fitness professionals. Recommended Resources 1. Elevate the Trainer, the best email list on the internet if you're a FitPro- Email List   2. FitPro Development Mentorship: https://www.strongflexyhealthy.com/fitpro-mentorship   3. Design It Better VIP Day: https://www.strongflexyhealthy.com/vipday 4. Free assessment video: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/613947e78a9a21678c2d3fec Instagram:@strongly_jasmine Website: https://www.strongflexyhealthy.com/ MESSY MIDDLE SOCIAL: Follow Alyssa on Instagram Follow Kait on Instagram Follow the podcast on Instagram SUPPORT OUR PODCAST: Get 20% off your first order of Legion Supplements with code: messymiddle Buy Lyss & Kait a cup of coffee --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-messy-middle-podast/support

Join us this week as Lyss talks about how you can incorporate running into your routine for general health. This episode is for those who want to run for fun, health and without the pressure of racing or training ENDURE: www.littlelyssfitness.com/running code messymiddle3 for 15% off MESSY MIDDLE SOCIAL: Follow Alyssa on Instagram Follow Kait on Instagram Follow the podcast on Instagram SUPPORT OUR PODCAST: Get 20% off your first order of Legion Supplements with code: messymiddle Buy Lyss & Kait a cup of coffee --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-messy-middle-podast/support

Join us this week as Lyss talks about how she approaches setting boundaries, why she does it, where she has struggled, what this looks like and how she’s reframed it from being selfish or “mean” vs an act of both self care and way to help make herself better for others. MESSY MIDDLE SOCIAL: Follow Alyssa on Instagram Follow Kait on Instagram Follow the podcast on Instagram SUPPORT OUR PODCAST: Get 20% off your first order of Legion Supplements with code: messymiddle Buy Lyss & Kait a cup of coffee --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-messy-middle-podast/support

Join us this week for our episode with Dr. Karin Nordin. A curriculum director at Precision nutrition, PhD in Mindset theory and online coach. Join us in this episode where we talk about all things from how our mindset on behavior is often black and white, how to change the way we view this, and how behavior change actually works. Myth busting ‘mindset coaches’ and how we actually change our behavior. Wrapping it up with curriculum design and how we can educate better in the online space. Recommended Resources: For curriculum design: bodybrainalliance.com/sixhoursyllabus Social: Instagram: @karinnordinphd Website: https://bodybrainalliance.com/home Email! hello@karinnordinphd.com MESSY MIDDLE SOCIAL: Follow Alyssa on Instagram Follow Kait on Instagram Follow the podcast on Instagram SUPPORT OUR PODCAST: Get 20% off your first order of Legion Supplements with code: messymiddle Buy Lyss & Kait a cup of coffee --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-messy-middle-podast/support

Useful Prep Information: National park websites for each park. Info for passes, busses/shuttles, water sources, trail reports, weather reports, trail closings, etc. Alltrails and/or trailrunproject or hikingproject apps. These app will often have reports on trail conditions, water resources, etc. Utilize blog & youtube video resources of those who recapture their experience, gear, logistics Gear rental: REI, your university/college outdoor rec center, or local outdoor store Zion trip details: West Rim Trail Zion Stayed at campsite 8, recommend spots 3-6 Flew into Las Vegas Stayed in Airbnb in hurricane day before & after Suggested day hikes: Angels landing, west rim, east rim, observation point, narrows for Gear we used: Big Agnes tents Big Agnes & Mammut 30 degree sleeping bags Bethany REI pack, Alyssa Gregory (older) Sleeping pad: Alyssa, z-lite pad. Bethany, Big Agnes. Shoes: We both wear Altra lone peaks Poles: Black diamond z pole & ultimate direction poles Sawyer water filter Posts we referred to: All of Alyssa’s outdoors post: https://www.instagram.com/littlelyssfitness/guide/outdoors/18175277584035148/ All Bethay's outdoor post: https://www.instagram.com/bethanycorataylor/guide/trail-running-hiking-and-mtb/18141361333119547/ Bethany’s former episode on the Messy Middle Podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-messy-middle-podast/episodes/EP-15-Digging-Deeper-and-Getting-Dirty-with-Bethany-Taylor-en9hqh Save 15% off any one product with code Messymiddle3 off Alyssa’s website. www.littlelyssfitness.com/programs MESSY MIDDLE SOCIAL: Follow Alyssa on Instagram Follow Kait on Instagram Follow the podcast on Instagram SUPPORT OUR PODCAST: Get 20% off your first order of Legion Supplements with code: messymiddle Buy Lyss & Kait a cup of coffee --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-messy-middle-podast/support

This episode is a solo episode with Alyssa, co-hosted by Claire Zai. Claire works for/with the highly respected Barbell medicine, has a masters in Biomechanics and works in the research field.  Claire is also an incredibly strong female power lifter and competitive athlete. Both Alyssa and Claire are passionate about good education around female sports and the menstrual cycle. Together Claire and Alyssa take you through the basics of your cycle. How it does or does not your metabolism, strength training and exercise performance. With practical tangible takeaways on ways to actually manage and work with your physiology. MESSY MIDDLE SOCIAL: Follow Alyssa on Instagram Follow Kait on Instagram Follow the podcast on Instagram SUPPORT OUR PODCAST: Get 20% off your first order of Legion Supplements with code: messymiddle Buy Lyss & Kait a cup of coffee --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-messy-middle-podast/support

Dan Feldman is a registered dietitian and competitive powerlifter. He works full-time as a nutrition coach for Macros Inc., and owns a Telehealth private practice. In addition to coaching and powerlifting, Dan spends a great deal of time reading and disseminating nutrition research, as well as promoting a positive body image for men. Find Dan on Instagram (@powerlifterdietitian) and Facebook. Dan’s Website: http://www.danfeldmanrd.com MESSY MIDDLE SOCIAL: Follow Alyssa on Instagram Follow Kait on Instagram Follow the podcast on Instagram SUPPORT OUR PODCAST: Get 20% off your first order of Legion Supplements with code: messymiddle Buy Lyss & Kait a cup of coffee --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-messy-middle-podast/support

John Noel is a certified personal trainer, online coach, and professional natural bodybuilder. He has a degree in actuarial science which is rooted in advanced mathematics, predictive modeling, and risk management. John made his messy middle career transition to fitness while keeping his mathematical skills. He’s able to stay objective in making calculated decisions on how to structure and adjust things like caloric intake, macronutrient breakdown, and progressive training to build muscle and lose fat without the need for restrictive diets or extreme workouts programs. Work with John at Level Ten Coaching: https://www.leveltencoaching.co/john Follow John on Instagram (@_john.noel) MESSY MIDDLE SOCIAL: Follow Alyssa on Instagram Follow Kait on Instagram Follow the podcast on Instagram SUPPORT OUR PODCAST: Get 20% off your first order of Legion Supplements with code: messymiddle Buy Lyss & Kait a cup of coffee --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-messy-middle-podast/support

Join Alyssa in this weeks episode as she re-caps her experience running 50 miles in one day across the grand canyon from the south to the north rim AND BACK. Answering your use questions on gear, the experience, her training advice and what she would do differently if she was to do it again. Tune in this week to join Alyssa on yet another crazy trail adventure! MESSY MIDDLE SOCIAL: Follow Alyssa on Instagram Follow Kait on Instagram Follow the podcast on Instagram SUPPORT OUR PODCAST: Get 20% off your first order of Legion Supplements with code: messymiddle Buy Lyss & Kait a cup of coffee --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-messy-middle-podast/support

Yusra is a recent graduate of the Duke Doctor of Physical Therapy Program and is a writer, blogger, and fierce mental health and minority advocate. Yusra's writing has been featured on sites such as New Grad Physical Therapy, the National Eating Disorders Association, Recovery Warriors, the American Physical Therapy Association Blog, and The Mighty. Yusra hopes that through her writing she will be able to provide honest insight to life as a physical therapist while navigating the beautiful struggles that are mental wellness and social justice. See the DPT Diaries Website: https://thedptdiaries.com/ Check out Yusra on Instagram (@thedptdiaries), Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube. MESSY MIDDLE SOCIAL: Follow Alyssa on Instagram Follow Kait on Instagram Follow the podcast on Instagram SUPPORT OUR PODCAST: Get 20% off your first order of Legion Supplements with code: messymiddle Buy Lyss & Kait a cup of coffee --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-messy-middle-podast/support

Yusra is a recent graduate of the Duke Doctor of Physical Therapy Program and is a writer, blogger, and fierce mental health and minority advocate. Yusra's writing has been featured on sites such as New Grad Physical Therapy, the National Eating Disorders Association, Recovery Warriors, the American Physical Therapy Association Blog, and The Mighty. Yusra hopes that through her writing she will be able to provide honest insight to life as a physical therapist while navigating the beautiful struggles that are mental wellness and social justice. See the DPT Diaries Website: https://thedptdiaries.com/ Check out Yusra on Instagram (@thedptdiaries), Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube. MESSY MIDDLE SOCIAL: Follow Alyssa on Instagram Follow Kait on Instagram Follow the podcast on Instagram SUPPORT OUR PODCAST: Get 20% off your first order of Legion Supplements with code: messymiddle Buy Lyss & Kait a cup of coffee --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-messy-middle-podast/support