This week we're talking about something that sounds simple but is actually one of the hardest things to figure out in wellness: when to lock in and push… and when to pull back and rest. We get into biorhythms (why Liz will never be a 5 a.m. workout person), why more exercise isn't always better, and how to challenge your body without burning it out. We also talk about the difference between movement and workouts, why sweating buckets doesn't automatically mean you had a great workout, and why every day should really be a core day. And of course, we go a little deeper into body image, the pressure for women to "shrink," and why strength, joy, and loving what you do are the real reasons to move your body in the first place.

3 reminders for working out smarter (not just harder):

Your body has a rhythm – listen to it. Some people thrive at 6am. Others (like Liz) are mid-morning movers. The key is figuring out when your body actually performs best and working with that rhythm instead of constantly fighting it.
More exercise isn't always better. If you're working out intensely for hours every day, you might actually be doing too much. Most people need less than 60 minutes of intentional movement to get an incredibly effective workout.
Fitness shouldn't be about making yourself smaller. It should be about becoming stronger, healthier, and more capable in the body you already have.

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Be Powerful with Liz & Lee is focused on helping you find your inner power and for us to share our thoughts on society, culture, and current events. As the team behind Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, we love all things wellness and will also share info on how to live your healthiest life mentally, physically, and emotionally.

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209. When to Lock In & When to Rest | The Truth About Working Out Smarter