So proud to share this feature on my good friend and fellow PT, Kelly Maloney. She’s not only an incredible marathon runner but a resilient human who’s learned to face challenges head-on. In this inspiring conversation, she shares how adversity taught her the power of balance, recovery, and truly listening to your body.

Surgery is no joke, especially as a younger person. They don’t always talk about the emotional side of surgery, especially for teens. So I am. Read about my journey, the mental hurdles, and the tools that made all the difference in my recovery.

Is rest really that important? Read more to find out.

Find out what it’s like to work with a resilience coach.

I was fortunate enough to sit down with Victor Egonu, an incredibly inspirational human who found a way to take his setbacks from surgery and turn it into an impactful mission. His story is one you will not want to miss.

How can heroes can be an inspiration to you on your journey? Read more here.

And isn’t that what growth is all about? Whether it’s sports, rehab, or life, the goal isn’t perfection, it’s always about progress. So ask yourself: What would your future self say to you today?

What I’ve learned about my own strength after 7 surgeries.

Read about this journey of self-acceptance, and finding beauty in the imperfections left from surgery.

Discover the vital role that support systems play.

Challenges change us, and if we don’t change, we don’t grow. Therefore, challenges + change = growth. 

Here is a list of five things to know pre-surgery to allow you to feel more in control.