The RunRX Podcast

"I Can’t Do That"—How to Shift from Limitation to Progress


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Ever catch yourself saying “I can’t do that” before you even try? You’re not alone. In this episode, Coaches Valerie and Caroline break down the mindset that holds runners back—and the real reasons behind so-called limitations like tight hips, weak cores, or bad posture.

Learn how most pain or movement struggles aren’t due to permanent body “flaws”—but from poor positioning, inactivity, or misunderstanding proper form. Hear how simple modifications and mindset shifts can unlock movements you once avoided, and why correct movement corrects movement.

Whether you’ve given up on core work, are frustrated by a limited range of motion, or just need help setting realistic movement goals, this episode will show you how to move forward—literally and mentally.

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Key Takeaways:

  • ✅ Why saying “I can’t” keeps you stuck—and how to reframe it
  • ✅ The truth about “tight hips” and “weak cores”—and what’s actually going on
  • ✅ How movement cues and small adjustments can change everything
  • ✅ Why your abs are not just your belly—and your glutes are part of your core
  • ✅ The myth of training by body parts vs. training as a whole-body unit
  • ✅ How to set goals, start where you are, and progress safely
  • ✅ The importance of having a coach watch your movement—not just give you a plan

🙌 Whether you’re trying to do a sit-up without neck pain or want to run without feeling broken—this episode is for you.

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