Let’s get real about workout soreness. You know, that “I can’t sit down after leg day” kind of pain that some people wear like a badge of honor. But is soreness actually a sign of a good workout?

Spoiler alert: not necessarily. In this episode, I’m breaking down why chasing soreness isn’t the flex you think it is and why it might even hold you back. We’ll bust the myth that “no pain, no gain” equals progress and talk about smarter ways to gauge your workouts. Because honestly, if soreness was the gold standard, wouldn’t walking up stairs after squats qualify as an Olympic sport? Tune in for the truth—and maybe a reality check for your quads.

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