In this episode of the Pain Free Athlete Podcast, Dana sits down with Micki Woodford, founder of MASE Fitness in Jacksonville, Florida. Micki is an NASM Certified Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor, Fitness Nutrition Specialist, Yoga Instructor, Paddleboard Instructor, and endurance athlete with a master's in exercise science from Liberty University. Her studio is located inside St. John Sports and Spine Chiropractic — an NASM partner facility.

Micki's Bio:

Micki Woodford is a certified personal trainer with a master's in exercise science and a focus in nutrition Wellness. As a military spouse, she has experienced a variety of physical moves and changes. The only area of her life that has been more varied has been her professional experience. Mickey started her career after receiving her undergrad from Indiana University on the air broadcasting in Christian radio. She has been a video editor for ABC NBC News stations, high school media teacher, Camp director, and after years of reinventing herself, she fell in love with the world of Fitness. A friend talked her into getting her 200-hour yoga certification and she immediately added more certifications, including group fitness instructor, paddle board, trx certified trainer and countless other certifications. She started her fitness business Mase Fitness in Jacksonville about 5 years ago and it has been a joy and a challenge. It was working with clients that inspired her to write a book. She homeschools her daughter and loves spending time with her family. As family. They love working out, hiking, shooting their bows and climbing together. Mickey is from Indiana, currently lives in Florida and calls home wherever the Navy takes them.

Micki’s Links:

Website: www.masefitness.com

Email: micki@masefitness.com

Instagram: @m_a_s_e_fitness

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitnesswithMicki#

App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mase-fitness-personal-training/id6755548733

Mase Fitness Personal Training

Book: https://a.co/d/07RQwRFK

Facebook group for book: 180 You Turn

Dana’s Links:

⁠⁠https://www.painfreeathletepodcast.com⁠⁠

⁠⁠10 Day Journaling Journey⁠⁠

Podcast Disclaimer:

The Pain-Free Podcast is presented solely for general information, education, and entertainment purposes. Any information presented in this podcast is not intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional diagnosis. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user’s own risk. As always, users should not disregard or delay obtaining medical advice for any medical or mental health condition that they may have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for any such conditions.

In this episode of The Pain Free Athlete Podcast, Dana Jones sits down with David Jarvis, a former British Army communications engineer, Invictus Games gold medalist, keynote speaker, and community champion. David opens up about being medically discharged after more than two decades of service, the identity loss that followed, and the difficult transition back to civilian life.

He also shares the life-changing moment when he was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes while preparing for the Invictus Games. David explains what it took to learn his condition quickly, adapt his training, and keep moving forward when the stakes were incredibly high. His story is a powerful reminder that resilience is not just about pushing through—it’s about adjusting, learning, and taking control of what you can.

Dana and David also discuss the role of family support, the structure and purpose the Invictus Games provided, and how his experience led him into motivational speaking and community impact work. This conversation is an inspiring look at pain-free performance, mental toughness, and the power of rebuilding after major life disruption.

David’s Bio:

Once known as the unluckiest man in NATO, medically discharged from the British Army after two decades of service and then hit with a life threatening, life changing medical condition whilst preparing for international sports competition.

Now better know as the walking definition of resilience, a multi award winner, keynote and activational speaker, Invictus games gold medalist, para-athlete and community champion.

David’s Links:

https://speakingsbc.com/

Dana’s Links:

⁠⁠https://www.painfreeathletepodcast.com⁠⁠

⁠⁠10 Day Journaling Journey⁠⁠

Podcast Disclaimer:

The Pain-Free Podcast is presented solely for general information, education, and entertainment purposes. Any information presented in this podcast is not intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional diagnosis. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user’s own risk. As always, users should not disregard or delay obtaining medical advice for any medical or mental health condition that they may have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for any such conditions.

In this episode of The Pain Free Athlete Podcast, Dana Jones talks with Kelley Tenny, Galloway program director, pacer, educator, and breast cancer survivor, about how the run-walk method has helped her stay active, injury-free, and mentally strong through every season of life.

Kelley shares how she first discovered the Galloway Method while pregnant, why it changed her relationship with running, and how interval-based training helped her complete everything from half marathons to ultras without the typical wear and tear many runners experience.

They also discuss the mental side of running, including how run-walk training can reduce overwhelm, make long distances feel more manageable, and create space for joy instead of dread. Kelley explains how the method gave her a way to keep moving through breast cancer treatment, surgery, and recovery while protecting both her body and her mindset.

In this conversation, you’ll hear about:

• How Kelley first connected with Jeff Galloway and the run-walk method.
  
• Why taking walk breaks earlier can help reduce injury risk and prevent “hitting the wall.”
  
• How the method supported Kelley through pregnancy, postpartum return to running, and breast cancer treatment.
  
• Why running should be about more than pace, medals, or proving toughness.
  
• How interval training can help athletes listen to their bodies and run with more confidence.
  

Kelley also opens up about identity, self-trust, and the pressure athletes often feel to run a certain way. Her story is a reminder that smarter training can be more empowering than pushing through pain.

To connect with Kelley, listeners can find her on Facebook and LinkedIn, and through the Jeff Galloway community and Global Galloway Program.

Kelley’s Bio:

Kelley Tenny is a Galloway Program Director and pacer who has been using the Galloway Method for nearly 15 years. She has completed more than 100 half marathons, marathons, and ultramarathons injury-free, and as a breast cancer survivor, she is passionate about keeping people moving without pain. As Director of Education and Global Programs for Galloway Productions, Kelley is an advocate for the run/walk method and for finding joy in crossing the finish line. When she’s not running, she teaches AI inside her Women Who AI community and health education at CSU Long Beach.

Kelley’s Links:

https://www.jeffgalloway.com/

Dana’s Links:

⁠⁠https://www.painfreeathletepodcast.com⁠⁠

⁠⁠10 Day Journaling Journey⁠⁠

Podcast Disclaimer:

The Pain-Free Podcast is presented solely for general information, education, and entertainment purposes. Any information presented in this podcast is not intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional diagnosis. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user’s own risk. As always, users should not disregard or delay obtaining medical advice for any medical or mental health condition that they may have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for any such conditions.