I achieved my goal of qualifying for the Boston Marathon. I dedicate a large part of my success to Stephanie!
I first sought out Rolfing because I had tried other treatment modalities and still had remained in constant pain. As my sessions with Stephanie progressed, I achieved significant pain relief. By making the corrections in running form that Stephanie suggested, I was able to widen my stride, take stress off my hip and lower back, experience less fatigue and improve my times.
Stephanie is very professional, proficient and very concerned about her client’s well being. I strongly recommend this type of body work for all and especially for athletes.
When I contacted Stephanie, pain was keeping me up at night. Even more distressing was the fact that I was in the middle of training for a marathon. I was hoping to qualify for Boston at the time and I was experiencing intense pain from my left hip and gluteus area. This had thrown my stride way off.
I was a little skeptical about the results I would achieve. When Stephanie presented me with the option of completing the sessions for pain relief vs. 10 sessions for structural improvement and health, I took a ‘let’s wait and see’ approach. Stephanie never once pushed more sessions. She was so professional at presenting a treatment plan.
I was amazed by what she was able to point out about my running style as she examined me. I had developed some bad habits that were contributing to my pain. Interesting enough, she was able to identify these by watching me stand and walk a few steps! I was very impressed by the holistic approach taken. I, of course, finished all 10 sessions and periodically return for what I like to refer to as ‘My tune-up’.
Thanks again, Stephanie, for helping me achieve a distance runner’s dream.”
