The Pour-Over: Embodied Movement. How to Train Stronger, Safer, & Smarter
Episode Title:
The Pour-Over: Embodied Movement. Training Stronger, Safer, and Smarter
Episode Summary:
In this episode of Coffee Talk with Lina Midla, Lina dives into the power of embodiment in training; the art of being fully present in your body so every rep counts. From strong hands and grounded feet to intentional breath and engaging with your environment, Lina shares why these cues aren’t just coaching fluff, they’re your ticket to building strength, preventing injury, and feeling more confident in movement.
You’ll learn why rushing through workouts robs you of “the juice in the lemon,” how to recognize the difference between productive discomfort and warning-sign pain. Plus, Lina unpacks the role of post-training downregulation, recovery, and what the other 23 hours of your day have to do with soreness and performance.
Whether you’re new to training or a seasoned mover, this conversation will help you trust your body’s cues, earn your progressions, and step into the driver’s seat of your strength journey.
Action Steps: Embody This Lesson
1️⃣ The Warm-Up Ritual: Phone away, get grounded, connect with your hands, feet, and breath before your first lift. Treat it as the most important part of your session.
2️⃣ Ugly-Rep Rule: If you know the next rep will be ugly, call it early. This is how you train for longevity, not just the day.
3️⃣ Progress with Intention: Earn your progressions, but don’t fear them — you’re in control, and the stimulus can always be adjusted.
4️⃣ Post-Training Scan: Take 2–3 minutes to breathe, stretch, and notice sensations. Avoid fear-spiraling over normal tightness or some soft tissue aches (check your sleep, stress, and recovery first!)
5️⃣ Daily Check-In: In workouts, daily tasks, even climbing stairs, ask: "Am I actually using my hands and feet here? Am I moving with stable, integrated confidence?"
Journal Prompt:
- “How do I know when I’m truly present in my body?”
- “What cues tell me it’s time to push forward — and when it’s time to pull back?”
- “What would change in my training if I trusted my body more than my to-do list?”
Links and Resources:
- Visit the LIMITLESS Website — Explore offerings, resources, and tools to help you build strength from the ground up.
- Free Strategy Call — Let’s talk about how we can work together to move you toward your training and wellness goals.
- Follow me on Instagram — For daily inspiration, behind-the-scenes, and coaching cues you can use immediately.
