In this episode of Mikhail & Sherna Get Fit, Sherna Cunningham and Mikhail Kirton get real about the difference between good pain and bad pain during workouts. Reflecting on a challenging week of overtraining, they open up about the physical discomfort they experienced and the lessons learned from pushing their bodies too far.

They break down how to recognize the warning signs your body gives you, the importance of proper form, and why rest and recovery are just as vital as the workouts themselves. From shin splints to sore backs, Sherna and Mikhail share honest insights into the dangers of ego-driven fitness and why consistency and moderation beat intensity every time.

You'll also hear about how they balance documenting their fitness journey with staying true to their health goals, and how modifying exercises isn’t weakness it’s wisdom. Whether you're new to fitness or learning how to train smarter, this episode will help you protect your progress, listen to your body, and redefine what it means to “push yourself.”

Timestamps:

4:01 New workouts and pushing physical limits

8:20 Importance of proper form in exercises

12:36 Benefits of stretching before workouts

16:56 Honest check-in on workout progress

20:01 Avoiding the ego trap in fitness

23:02 Respecting your body's limits

Memorable Quotes

“Your body often whispers before it screams.”

“Balance is the most important thing in the world. You cannot have more of one thing and less of another. Why? Because you'd be out of balance”

“Ambition is something that is good to have, but you see practicality, that is amazing to have.”

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