Hi Reader,
I’ve been working on something behind the scenes that I think is going to help a LOT of women finally understand why they keep hurting… even when nothing has “worked” so far.
But before I finalize it, I’d love to do a little market research — and you can help me shape it. 💛
Here’s the idea:
Why You Still Hurt: The 3 Pain Patterns Every Woman Falls Into
(and how to know which one is yours)
Most women think their pain is random, complicated, or a sign something is “wrong.”
It’s not.
In the hundreds of women I’ve coached, pain typically falls into three predictable patterns — and once you know which one you’re in, everything suddenly clicks.
Take 30 seconds.
Read through these.
Tell me which one feels like YOU (just hit reply — 1, 2, or 3).
It’ll help me create something powerful, clear, and actually supportive for you.
1️⃣ UNDERTRAINED PATTERN
Your body isn’t damaged — it’s just not prepared for the demands you’re putting on it.
Feels like:
- “Why does this feel hard for no reason?”
- Pain after activity, not during
- Flare-ups after long walks, errands, cleaning, workouts
- “I thought I was doing enough… apparently not”
Worse with:
Long breaks, sudden increases in activity, inconsistency, jumping into big workouts after time off.
What helps:
Short bursts of intensity + low volume.
Meaning:
- You do a little bit of harder work,
- But only for a few reps or short sets,
- Instead of long workouts or big sessions.
This teaches your body to tolerate more without overwhelming it.
Try this today:
Cut your usual routine in half and repeat it consistently for 5 days.
Your body needs predictability, not perfection.
2️⃣ OVERPROTECTIVE PATTERN
Your nervous system is amplifying the threat — not your tissues.
There’s nothing “wrong” with your body. It’s your brain running a protective program because it thinks you’re unsafe.
This is a sensitivity issue, not a structural issue.
Feels like:
- “I’m scared I’ll make it worse.”
- Pain with tiny movements that shouldn’t logically hurt.
- Overthinking every step, bend, twist.
- Constantly waiting for the next flare-up.
- A tight, guarded, braced feeling.
- Feeling like your body is “tense” or “on edge.”
Worse with:
- Avoiding the movements you fear
- Bracing, clenching, moving stiffly
- Hypervigilance (“Is it hurting?… is it still hurting?”)
- Googling symptoms and doom scrolling
- Treating every sensation like an emergency
What helps:
Reassurance + slow graded exposure.
Your brain needs gentle proof that movement is safe — not force, not pushing, and not total avoidance.
This looks like:
- Smaller range, controlled reps
- Doing less, not more
- Staying in a “yellow zone” where it feels doable
- Practicing confidence, not perfection
This is how your brain learns, “Oh… nothing bad happened. I’m okay.”
Quick win today:
Pick ONE movement you’ve been avoiding.
Do two very slow, gentle reps — no pushing, no proving.
Just showing your nervous system that everything’s safe. slow, gentle reps.
3️⃣ OVERLOADED PATTERN
Your body can handle movement — it just can’t handle everything else happening in your life right now.
Feels like:
- Pain is unpredictable
- Stress, poor sleep, or overwhelm make everything louder
- Pain comes after big weeks, not necessarily big workouts
- You feel like you’re “falling apart” but nothing adds up
Worse with:
Life chaos, emotional load, poor sleep, working out like nothing has changed.
What helps:
Reducing frequency + lowering RPE.
- Frequency = how often you train—so taking 1 extra rest day or spacing sessions out more.
- RPE = “rate of perceived effort” — basically, how hard something feels on a scale of 1–10. Dropping your effort by even 1–2 points gives your system room to recover.
Try this today:
Take 3 slow exhales before your workout. Then drop your effort level by 1–2 points.
Your capacity is there — your recovery isn’t.
Now here’s where I need your help…
👉 Which one feels most like YOU right now?
Just reply 1, 2, or 3 (or tell me if it’s a mix).
This helps me understand:
- what your body is doing,
- what you’re struggling with most,
- and how to build the perfect freebie/quiz to give you real clarity and direction.
This whole thing is part of my process — helping women understand why they hurt and how to start getting stronger WITH pain, not around it.
Your reply will help me make this as useful and supportive as possible.
Can’t wait to hear which pattern you see yourself in. 💛
Dr. Shannon
Want to take the next step?
If you’re ready for a personalized plan to build strength, move better, and finally feel in control of your body—apply for 1:1 coaching here. 🔗 I GOT YOU.
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