The C-172 etc. master switch has a split between Battery and Alternator for all the good reasons mentioned above.
IF your check list includes switching on the alternator after start, then yes, do the start with the alternator offline.
The Citabria after start drill has these switches turned on:
- Right Mag
- Alternator
- Radio Master
Note that all these switches are individual separate toggles; so, the checklist has to cover each item.