"I Expected My Back to Hurt, and It Didn’t!" – Nancy’s Journey to Pain-Free Living
When Nancy first came to me, she had a single goal in mind: to relieve her back pain. She wanted to enjoy her workouts, get back to her active lifestyle, and even take on the pickleball court without the constant fear of aggravating her back. A little over a year later, Nancy is living her best, pain-free life—and I’m so excited to share her progress.
The Initial Concerns
Nancy had always been active, consistently working out and staying fit. But in group fitness classes, she kept injuring her back. The frustration of recurring pain left her hesitant and cautious. She knew she needed to continue building strength but wanted a way to do it safely, without the risk of setting her progress back. Together, we began by focusing on the basics: safe movement patterns, core stabilization, and building strength in a way that protected her back rather than risking further strain.
Building Strength, Confidence, and Freedom
Over the months, Nancy and I worked consistently to build up her strength, starting with exercises that targeted her core, glutes, and back. Each session was designed with her unique needs in mind, gradually increasing in intensity as she gained confidence. As she grew stronger, we started incorporating more dynamic moves, helping her to rediscover the joy of movement.
Pain-Free Workouts and a New Love for Pickleball
The real victory came when Nancy told me she felt confident enough to step onto the pickleball court without worrying about her back pain. She can now enjoy her workouts without discomfort and play pickleball freely, knowing she’s moving with strength and stability.
The Takeaway: Learning Correct Body Mechanics for Lasting Change
Nancy’s journey is proof that addressing pain doesn’t mean avoiding movement—it means learning the right movement patterns. By focusing on correct body mechanics and performing each exercise with confidence, she built a foundation that led to strength, stability, and lasting change. With safe, pain-free practices, you can gain freedom, confidence, and a new lease on life, just like Nancy did.
