If you’ve ever skipped a workout because you felt awkward, uncoordinated, or just plain embarrassed, this episode is for you.

We’re diving into why so many adults feel clumsy when they try to get back into movement—and how to change that narrative for good. You’ll learn why feeling “unathletic” has less to do with your actual ability and more to do with missing physical literacy building blocks that many of us never had a chance to develop as kids.

We talk about:

• What muscle memory really is—and how to rebuild it
• How physical literacy shapes confidence and coordination
• Why fitness can feel so vulnerable for adults (and what to do about it)
• The role of play, curiosity, and skill-building in getting better
• How dog training principles like “start simple and reward often” can work for people, too

Whether you’re brand new to movement or just feeling out of practice, you’ll leave this episode with tools, reassurance, and a few laughs—and hopefully the permission to start again, without shame.

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