FitTalk With Coach Luis

About FitTalk With Coach Luis

I created this to help as many people as possible by interviewing Health, Wellness and Fitness Enthusiasts to have them share their stories! Hopefully listeners can gain some guidance in their journeys as well by hearing the obstacles and challenges others have faced along the way! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fittalk-with-coach-luis--3261827/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fittalk-with-coach-luis--3261827/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

Publisher

Luis Perez

Category

education · health & fitness · health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

5 Dec 2018

Latest episode

1 Jun 2026

Latest episodes

72 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   1 Jun 2026

   Monday Morning Brew Series - “Comfort Zones & The Courage to Move”

   Good morning, my friends. Let’s take a breath together… In through the nose…  and out through the mouth. Today, I want to talk about something we all wrestle with quietly, privately, sometimes without even realizing it. That invisible little bubble we build around ourselves called "the comfort zone", and listen… comfort zones aren’t bad. They’re familiar. Predictable. Safe. They’re the routines we know, the habits we’ve mastered, the identities we’ve worn for years. But here’s the truth we don’t always want to admit: Comfort zones feel safe… until they start feeling small. Why stepping out feels so hard Your brain is wired for efficiency, not growth. It loves patterns. It loves certainty. It loves knowing exactly what’s going to happen next. So when you try to step outside that bubble even for something good your brain throws up alarms. “Hey… this is new.” “This is uncomfortable.” “Let’s go back to what we know.” And that’s not weakness. That’s not laziness. That’s not a character flaw. That’s biology. But here’s the beautiful part: You can train your brain to handle discomfort. You can build courage the same way you build muscle through repetition, through exposure, through movement. Movement as the training ground for courage This is why I love fitness. Not because of the aesthetics. Not because of the numbers. But because movement is one of the safest, most accessible ways to practice stepping out of your comfort zone. Think about it, when you push for one more rep… Your brain learns, “I can do hard things.” When you try a new class or a new exercise… Your brain learns, “I can be a beginner.” When you go for a walk even when you don’t feel like it… Your brain learns, “I can act without motivation.” When your heart rate rises and you stay with it… Your brain learns, “Discomfort isn’t danger.” Every time you move, you’re not just training your body, you’re training your mindset. Movement becomes a daily rehearsal for bravery. There was a time not too long ago when I avoided something simply because it felt unfamiliar. Not because I couldn’t do it. Not because it was impossible. Just because it was new and because I didn't want to be "seen" because I felt so self-conscious teaching a group movement class (body dysmorphia sucks let me tell you) And the moment I finally stepped into it, I realized something powerful: The fear wasn’t about the task. It was about the identity shift. Trying something new forces you to say, “I’m willing to be someone I haven’t been yet.” and that’s uncomfortable. But it’s also where growth lives! then I began getting all the positive feedback and the classes were an instant hit which was everything to me to know people felt welcomed and had found value in the way I taught the class... Grounding Moment Time! Let’s pause here. Wherever you are, sitting, standing, driving, walking, just take a moment to feel your feet on the ground. Feel your breath. Feel your body. Feel yourself arriving in this moment. Now ask yourself gently, without judgment: Where have I been playing small? Where have I been choosing comfort over growth? Where have I been waiting for the “right moment” to try something new? And now… offer yourself compassion. Because you’re human and humans grow slowly, steadily, bravely, one step at a time. Your Monday Morning Brew Challenge Today, I want you to do one small thing that nudges you out of your comfort zone. Not a leap. Not a reinvention. Just a nudge. Maybe it’s a 5‑minute walk before a tough meeting. Maybe it’s trying a new exercise. Maybe it’s saying yes to something that scares you a little. Maybe it’s saying no to something that drains you. Whatever it is,...

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   11 May 2026

   Monday Morning Brew Series - Burnout at Work... And How Movement Helps You Feel Human Again

   Hey everyone, welcome back to FitTalk. Namaste, Terima kasih, Ham samnida, Maraming salamat po, Shukran Jazilan, Shukria, Merci, Arigato, muito obrigado, y gracias a toda mi familia que esta escuchando donde quiera que se enquentren. I’m Coach Luis, and today we’re talking about something a lot of people are quietly struggling with… burnout. Not “I’m tired.” Not “work is busy.” I mean that deep, heavy exhaustion that makes everything feel harder than it should. If you’ve been feeling drained, unfocused, or like you’re running on fumes… you’re not broken. You’re burned out. And today, I want to show you how simple movement, not workouts, not routines, just movement can help you feel human again. SECTION 1: WHAT BURNOUT REALLY IS Burnout isn’t a personality flaw. It’s not laziness. It’s not a lack of discipline. Burnout is what happens when your body and mind have been in “go mode” for too long without a real chance to recover. Here’s what burnout often looks like: You wake up tired, even after sleeping. You feel irritable or numb. Your brain feels foggy. You’re doing the bare minimum just to get through the day and things you used to enjoy… don’t hit the same anymore. Burnout is your body saying, “I can’t keep running at this pace.” And the truth is most people don’t realize burnout is a physiological state, not just an emotional one. Your nervous system gets stuck in fight‑or‑flight. Your stress hormones stay elevated. Your brain stops processing things clearly. This is why you can’t “think” your way out of burnout. You have to move your way out of it. SECTION 2: WHY MOVEMENT HELPS Now, when I say movement helps burnout, I’m not talking about crushing a workout or pushing yourself harder. I’m talking about movement as a tool to regulate your nervous system. Here’s what movement does: 1. Movement completes the stress cycle. When you’re stressed, your body prepares for action, heart rate up, muscles tense, breathing shallow. Movement gives your body a way to release that built‑up tension. 2. Movement increases oxygen and blood flow to the brain. That’s why even a short walk can clear your mind better than staring at your screen for another hour. 3. Movement reconnects you with your body. Burnout makes you feel disconnected like you’re living from the neck up. Movement brings you back into yourself. 4. Movement creates micro‑wins. When work feels overwhelming, small physical wins rebuild confidence and momentum. And here’s the key: Movement doesn’t have to be intense to be effective. It just has to be intentional. SECTION 3: REFRAMING EXERCISE DURING BURNOUT When you’re burned out, the goal is not to get stronger, faster, or leaner. The goal is relief. So let’s reframe movement into three simple categories: Restorative movement: Walking, Stretching, Mobility, Slow yoga. This is movement that calms your system. Regulating movement: Light strength training, Cycling, Swimming. This is movement that helps you feel steady and grounded. Expressive movement: Dancing, Shadowboxing, Playing a sport. This is movement that lets emotion move through you. Pick the one your body needs today... not the one you think you “should” do. SECTION 4: 60‑SECOND RESET Let’s do a quick reset together, wherever you are. Sit tall. Unclench your jaw. Drop your shoulders. Place your feet on the ground. Take a slow inhale for 4… And exhale for 6… Roll your shoulders back. Relax your hands. Take one more slow breath... in… and out… That’s it. That’s your nervous system shifting gears. SECTION 5: LISTENER CHALLENGE Here’s your challenge...

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   30 Mar 2026

   Monday Morning Brew Series - Being Present in a Noisy World

   Welcome back! Today we’re talking about staying present in a world that never stops moving… and how movement can help us find our center again. I'm really glad you’re here with me today. Before we dive into this segment of the Monday Morning brew series, let’s just take one slow breath together… In through the nose… And out through the mouth. Alright. Let’s talk about something that’s been on a lot of people’s minds lately: the noise. The news. The constant stream of things we can’t control. And more importantly… how we stay grounded, present, and connected to ourselves in the middle of all that. ACKNOWLEDGING THE NOISE We’re living in a time where information never stops. Your phone buzzes, the TV’s on in the background, social media is updating every second… and before you even realize it, your nervous system is running a marathon you never signed up for, and listen, it’s not about ignoring the world because that's not realistic. It’s not about pretending things aren’t happening. It’s about protecting your peace so you can actually show up for your life. Because when we’re overwhelmed, when we’re constantly consuming, when we’re reacting instead of responding… we lose the ability to be present. We lose the ability to think clearly. We lose the ability to take care of ourselves. And that’s where today’s conversation comes in. WHAT WE CAN CONTROL There’s a lot happening out there that we can’t control. But there’s also a lot happening in here... in our bodies, in our routines, in our choices... that we can. Here are a few things always within your control: Your breath Your daily habits How you move your body What you choose to consume - mentally and physically How you speak to yourself The boundaries you set The way you show up for your own wellbeing... When the world feels chaotic, these become your anchors. You don’t need to overhaul your life. You don’t need a perfect routine. You just need one or two things that bring you back to yourself. MOVEMENT AS A MENTAL RESET Now let’s talk about movement, not as a workout, not as a punishment, not as a “should”… but as a reset button. think of it as an "I get to do this"... mentality. Movement is one of the fastest ways to bring your mind back into the present moment. Here’s why: It pulls you out of your head and into your body It reduces stress hormones It clears mental fog It helps you process emotions It gives your brain a break from the noise It reminds you that you’re capable, strong, and adaptable And it doesn’t have to be complicated. A walk. A stretch. A few squats while your coffee brews. Dancing in your kitchen. A 10-minute mobility flow. Anything that reconnects you to yourself. Movement is not about burning calories, it’s about coming home to your body. Let’s do something together right now. Wherever you are, sitting, standing, walking, just pause for a moment. Feel your feet on the ground, relax your shoulders, unclench your jaw, take a slow breath in…and a slow breath out… now ask yourself gently: “What’s one thing I can control today?” Not ten things. Not everything. Just one. Hold onto that. Being present doesn’t mean being perfect. It doesn’t mean being calm all the time. It doesn’t mean ignoring the world. It means choosing, again and again, to come back to yourself. To your breath. To your body. To your routines. To the things that make you feel grounded and capable. You don’t have to control everything. You just have to control what’s yours and when you do that consistently, even in small ways, you build resilience. You build clarity. You build a healthier relationship with yourself and the world around you. So here’s your challenge for today: Give yourself five minutes of intentional movement. Not to lose weight. Not to “be good.” Not to check a box....

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