From Pain to Strength
From Pain to Strength
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First Doctor Visit: Tailbone Pain
He has been having exquisite tailbone type pain for about a year and a half now.
X-Ray Sacrum + Coccyx
TYPE OF EXAM: Views of the sacrum and coccyx. FINDINGS: There is no fracture of the sacrum. There is volar angulation of the coccyx.
Osteopathic Exam
There is an increased lumbar lordosis, TART changes to the lumbar spine. L5 is rotated R.
Diagnosis
Consideration was given as to wether manipulative therapy could provide improvement or worsening of function.
Second Doctor Visit: Knee Pain
The patient reports that there was no trauma and the pain is mainly located under the kneecap.
Review of Systems
He just bought a knee brace that he has been using for the past couple of days. No hip pain or ankle pain.
Diagnosis
I told the patient it does look like he may have tendinitis in his knee.
Graduated College: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from St. Norbert College.
Moved to Los Angeles, California
Relocated to the South Bay area of Los Angeles after graduation to start an entry-level sales position, beginning my professional journey in one of the world’s most dynamic cities.
Third Doctor Visit: Subjective
Patient reports breaking his coccyx a couple years ago. Patient says he has 8-9 years of skateboarding and playing lacrosse and his LBP/sacral pain started gradually after breaking his coccyx.
Diagnosis
Posterior Pelvic Tilt
X-Rays
Posture: Posterior Pelvic Tilt
Gait Diagnosis
Abnormal–Decreased pelvic rotation.
Accessory Mobility
There is hypomobility noted at the L4-L5 vertebrae and extending to the left sacroiliac joint (L SIJ)
Accessory Mobility
T8-T12 hypomobility
Palpation
TTP (Tender to Palpation) is noted on the right (Ⓡ) at specific areas: • There is also tenderness in the PSIS on the right. • Severe hip flexor (HF) tightness is noted on the right. • Bilateral tightness of the piriformis and tightness in the ITB on the right side.
Pushing Through the Pain
Despite not getting clear answers from doctors, I chose to stay active and push through the pain.
Meeting Eric: The Start of My Transformation Journey
In 2015, I met Eric Weldon who finally helped me understand my body’s mechanics. This encounter sparked a journey of self-discovery, learning how to correct my posture, build strength, and transform my physical performance. This marked the beginning of a year-by-year evolution, with life-changing results.
Client Journal #1
You can "workout" at a very superficial level and not have any clue how deep the rabbit hole gets.
The Birth of Flobility: Starting the Flobility Journey on Instagram
In 2016, I began sharing my personal fitness journey and the principles behind Flobility on Instagram. This platform became my digital diary, documenting my progress, discoveries, and the evolution of my unique approach to mobility and strength training. What started as a personal exploration quickly grew into a community, laying the foundation for what would become the Flobility method.
Posture Realization: Discovering the Posture Shift
On March 25, 2016, I took this photo and noticed a significant change in my posture for the first time. Until this point, Flobility was purely about strength training and mobility. I never set out to improve my posture—it was a byproduct of my training. This moment marked a new understanding of how mobility and strength could reshape the body naturally.
The Journey of Change
The top images show my back before starting Flobility; the bottom reflects the progress after months of dedicated work. The biggest change? My waist became 3-4 inches smaller, and my spine experienced less pressure. This transformation was not just about aesthetics; it was about learning to stabilize my body.
Outgrowing My Old Self
October 11, 2014: A snapshot of the past. The image on the left shows me at the beach, before I truly understood the impact of my training. On the right, a year later, I’m holding up the same pair of shorts that once fit well.
Postural Journey: A Turning Point
Thank you, Eric.
Finding My True Path
After years of struggling with chronic pain, meeting my mentor, Eric, changed everything. He taught me how to move correctly and stabilize my body, and within just two weeks, my pain was resolved. This experience not only cured my lower back and knee pain but also set me on a path of continuous self-improvement. Eric’s guidance became the foundation for Flobility, allowing me to evolve physically and mentally.
From Struggle to Strength
Looking at my posture, I realized how far I had come. Flobility was never about changing my posture initially, but the improvements became a testament to the power of movement and consistency. This journey isn’t about a quick fix—it’s about building a foundation for long-lasting health.
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