In this episode, I use the deadlift as a lens to explore how sensation and mechanics work together in reducing pain and improving performance. I walk through the difference between interoception and proprioception and why sensation does not automatically mean injury. By paying attention to how the body organizes itself under load, we can move away from compensation and toward clearer, more efficient movement patterns.

I also discuss bracing, breath, and responsiveness, and introduce the concept of yellow lights, the subtle signals that appear before pain does. This episode is especially helpful if you are returning to lifting after pain, feeling unsure about core bracing, or wanting to lift with more ease, clarity, and confidence while still building strength.