Show Notes
This episode is not anti-exercise. Not even close. But it is an honest conversation about the relationship so many of us have built with movement and whether it's actually serving us. This week I'm breaking down why exercise is a stressor, what it means when it becomes your primary coping mechanism, and how to start moving with genuine intention rather than obligation, guilt, or anxiety. We cover: Why exercise is a stressor and why that actually matters The difference between movement that supports you and movement that's just a distraction How to understand the intention behind your training Signs you might be overtraining How to set yourself up for success - fuelling, rest, recovery and training smarter Why strength training is the greatest thing you can do for your body long term
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