Before working with Mike, I was dealing with persistent trap and low back pain. Sitting for any length of time felt like something was clamping down on my neck and lower back, which was especially stressful because I need to sit for work. At my worst, I couldn’t even pick up a sock off the floor without extreme low back pain. Before finding Mike, I had already spent six months seeing a McGill specialist and another physical therapist, along with trying yoga, Pilates, massage, and different strengthening and stretching routines — but nothing fully resolved the issue. Working with Mike was a turning point. By learning neutral movement patterns and how to incorporate them throughout my day, my pain is now either completely gone or something I can quickly control. What surprised me most was how effective the process was despite being simple — low-effort movements and breathing made a massive difference. Today I feel nearly 100%. I’m pain-free in daily life, back to golf, and back in the gym while staying smart about how I load my low back. Honestly, my back feels better than it has in years. If you’re struggling with pain, committing to even a month with Mike could save you a huge amount of time, frustration, and missed opportunities.
Before working with Mike, I couldn’t even pick up a sock off the floor without extreme low back pain. Standing for extended periods was unbearable, and I was completely knocked out of sports and fitness for months. Eventually, the pain started to take a toll on my emotional health too. I truly tried everything — multiple physios, yoga, Pilates, massage, and every stretching and strengthening routine I could find. Nothing gave me long-term relief. Eventually, I had to swallow my pride and try something that looked almost too simple to work. Thank God I did, because now I understand why it works. The brain plays a far greater role in low back pain than I ever realized. Today, I’m completely pain-free in daily life and 100% back to playing hockey. My low back feels the best it has in years. I can do all my fitness activities again — I just stay smart and mindful not to overload my back unnecessarily. What surprised me most was that holding simple ground positions and doing low-effort movements with specific breathing could make such a massive difference. I’d always believed more effort was better, but I had to learn to relax and trust the process. If you’re struggling with pain, I can’t recommend Mike enough. His approach might seem different and less mainstream, but that’s exactly why it works. If you go to Mike first, you’ll save yourself a huge amount of time, energy, and frustration. Even if you’ve already tried physio or chiro, Mike’s ability to address the root
Mike has been an absolute lifesaver for my back and sciatica pain. After spending months in physical therapy focused on general exercises, I was still stuck in a frustrating cycle — every time I tried to return to lifting or my normal activities, the pain would flare up again. Mike’s highly personalized approach finally made the difference. Even as a remote program, his support is outstanding. He provides daily exercises that he adjusts in real time based on my feedback. Anytime I’ve had a concern and reached out, he’s responded quickly and modified my plan to keep me moving forward safely. What truly sets Mike apart is that he doesn’t just give you exercises — he teaches you how to move properly, what to avoid, and how to build real, lasting strength. For the first time in a long time, I feel like I have my life back and I’m returning to the active lifestyle I love. I highly recommend Mike and his program to anyone struggling with chronic pain, especially if traditional methods haven’t worked.