Hear Phil's Story
Choosing Not to Stay Stuck
For most of my life, movement was just part of who I was. Even living with Crohn’s disease since age 14, I adapted to the surgeries and flare-ups. But leading up to my recent knee surgery at 65, something shifted. The pain brought a quiet fear that this time, I wouldn’t bounce back—that life was finally starting to shrink.
Recovery in your 60s is different. When you’ve lived with chronic inflammation for decades, you wonder if your body has ever truly been calm. There were moments I thought: Maybe this is just how life is now. Less movement. Less energy.
But I refuse to let my world narrow to a couch and a surrender. I realized being stuck isn't just about your body; it's about the story you tell yourself. I stopped chasing "who I used to be" and started showing up for who I want to be. Through intentional movement, outdoor time, and Grounding, my confidence returned.
Today, my body still carries limitations, but I’m not done living. A new year doesn’t require a new body—it just requires a new relationship with the one you have.





















