Train Hard, Stop Hurting: Move Smarter

If you’re training hard and still waking up wrecked, it’s not “aging”—it’s bad strategy. This episode hands you a simple, brutal-truth blueprint to move better, feel better, and stop fighting your own body. Host Stacey Chillemi sits down with Tarek Michael Chouja, co-founder of the Functional Training Institute (FTI), to break down how breath, posture, mobility, and mindfulness work together to build a strong, resilient, pain-free body that actually performs. No fluff, just what works. You’ll learn: 💡 The 60-second self-check to spot hidden movement limitations 📣 Tarek’s “anti-desk” micro-routine for real humans who sit all day 🌬️ How breath + movement = better focus and less stress 🏋️ How to know if you need strength, mobility, or recovery (and stop guessing) 🗓️ A 2x/week minimalist plan busy people can actually stick to If you’re tired of grinding through pain and calling it “beast mode,” this episode shows you how to train like a pro—not a martyr. Train with Tarek & FTI Upgrade your movement from random to intentional and powerful: 🏢 Functional Training Institute (FTI) 🌐 Website: https://functionaltraininginstitute.com/ 📸 FTI Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ftiglobal/ 🎥 FTI YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FTI-Global 🤝 Connect directly with Tarek 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coach_tarek/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/legacybycoachtarek 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tarek.chouja/ ⚠️ This show is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or fitness advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare or fitness professional before starting or changing any exercise program. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices