Client Spotlight: Don’s Comeback from Back Surgery to Full Strength

When Don, 60, first walked into Right Direction Personal Training, he wasn't sure what to expect.

After undergoing spinal surgery for degenerative disc issues, he faced lingering stiffness, fear of reinjury, and many unanswered questions—despite the procedure's success.

"I wasn't trying to deadlift 300 pounds. I just wanted to bend down without pain. I wanted to live again."

What he found with Mike Seta wasn't just a training program—it was a safe, structured path back to living fully.

🛠️ Starting from a Place of Caution

Don was clear about two things:

• He was nervous about lifting weights
• He wanted to feel strong and stable again—without risking another surgery

Mike began Don's journey with:

• A detailed post-rehab movement assessment
• Communication with Don's physical therapist
• A program focused on core stability, posture, and joint mobility
• Clear boundaries around pain and rest

"Mike made it clear that progress would come—but it had to be earned with patience. That built my trust immediately."

🔁 The Program: Rebuilding Strength One Week at a Time

Don's early sessions focused on:

• Neutral spine movements
• Bodyweight core and glute activation
• Supported strength training using resistance bands and light weights
• Gentle mobility drills and breathing work

Over time, his plan progressed to:

• Dumbbell lifts
• TRX and cable work
• Controlled squats and modified deadlifts
• Functional strength for balance, stair-climbing, and yard work

📈 The Results: From Hesitant to Empowered

Three months into his plan, Don noticed:

✅ Less daily stiffness

✅ Improved balance and reaction time

✅ Stronger core and hip stability

✅ Confidence to move without fear

✅ Weight loss and improved energy

"I picked up my grandson without flinching—and that was the moment I knew I was back."

💬 Mike's Perspective

"Don didn't just want to get stronger—he wanted to get his life back. He trusted the process, committed to the work, and showed that it's never too late to start over."

👤 Who This Story Is For

• Adults recovering from surgery or injury
• Clients dealing with chronic back pain
• People hesitant about getting back into fitness
• Anyone who wants to rebuild trust in their body

📍 Contact Info

Right Direction Personal Training

📍 753 Reading Rd, Mason, OH 45040

📞 (513) 394-6557

📧 RightDirectionPT@gmail.com

🌐 rightdirectiontraining.com

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