Ani's Story: Finding Strength and Joy Beyond Pain
"I have had chronic lifelong pain from hypermobility and the related health issues with being autistic"
Rafa was a last ditch attempt to not go under the knife. When I first saw him, I couldn’t stand for longer than 10 minutes, and sitting and lying down was also painful. After six months, I experienced a huge improvement in my posture and, more generally, my quality of life. No one has ever been able to do that before.
-Ani.
Ani's Journey
Ani, full of life but held back by chronic pain from hypermobility and a slipped disc, had tried everything - specialists, treatments, even experimental surgeries, with no real relief.
In 2018, ready to give up, Ani came to me at Fisica for a non-surgical approach. I saw the issue wasn’t the nerves or disc, but muscular imbalance linked to hypermobility. Together, we focused on mobility, posture, and muscle activation.
Six months later, Ani’s pain was manageable. Biking, walking, and running became part of life again. Now, Ani has the tools to stay strong and independent and no longer reliant on endless treatments.
Bec's Story: From Everyday Exhaustion to Energetic Empowerment
As a mum in her 40s, Bec thought constant fatigue and lingering pain were just part of life. Through her training at Fisica, she discovered a smarter way to move and train.
“As a woman in her 40s with two kids, I thought it was inevitable to feel tired, unmotivated, and in pain. Rafa’s understanding of human mechanics is incredible, and I’ve never been so committed to showing up. I now rarely have pain and feel like I’m finally training smart, not just hard.”
-Bec.
Bec's Journey
Bec, a devoted mum in her 40s, had learned to live with fatigue, low motivation, and persistent back and knee pain. She thought it was just part of getting older.
At Fisica, we took a different approach, focusing on how her body moves rather than pushing through high-intensity workouts. Within months, Bec’s pain eased, her energy returned, and she rediscovered strength in her everyday life.
Kara's Story: Finding Stregth and Balance
As a coach and trainer, Kara’s life revolves around movement. Through our work at Fisica, she’s found a new level of strength and balance, both physically and professionally.
“Rafa’s sessions challenge my body and understanding of movement. I’m more in tune and aligned than ever, and it’s helped me grow as a coach. His supportive, multifaceted approach keeps me accountable and always learning.”
-Kara
Kara's Journey
As a CrossFit coach, weightlifting instructor, and yoga teacher, Kara lived and breathed fitness. But years of injuries (from a strained back to dislocated ribs) left her struggling to move without pain.
At Fisica, we shifted the focus from pushing limits to understanding movement. Through breathwork, mobility, and body awareness, Kara rebuilt her strength and learned how to train in a way that supports, not strains, her body. Now, she moves with ease, confidence, and a deeper connection to her craft.