Dealing with Sports and Fitness Injuries using coMra therapy – My Personal Story

Dealing with Sports and Fitness Injuries using coMra Therapy: A Personal Story

In this webinar, Garrett Murrin hosts a discussion on the integration of coMra therapy into sports, fitness, and training. He is joined by guest speaker Alexandre Hevea, a high-level track and field athlete who has worked with coMra therapy since its inception. Together, they explore how to bring a holistic, sustainable approach to athletic performance and recovery, while introducing a new, practical user guide designed for sports and fitness enthusiasts.

A Practical Approach to Athletic Sustainability

Alexandre Hevea shares his extensive background in sports, ranging from figure skating and swimming to football and track and field. Throughout his journey, he noticed a recurring pattern: many athletes he admired would reach incredible heights of performance, only to experience a significant decline in physical health and fitness once they retired.

Determined to find a more sustainable path, Alexandre turned to coMra therapy and the study of Tai Chi. He emphasizes that his interest in these modalities is deeply practical. When he first encountered the Delta 905 laser, he began testing its efficacy on his own body, particularly to address a persistent foot injury that had hindered his ability to train consecutively. By applying coMra therapy, he was able to resolve the injury, regain his training consistency, and continue pursuing his athletic goals well into his 30s.

The Science of Strength and Recovery

Alexandre explains the fundamental mechanism of physical improvement: to get stronger, one must push past their current baseline, causing the body to break down under stimulus. The critical phase that follows is recovery. When the body is given the time to recover and overcompensate, it reaches a new, higher level of fitness.

coMra therapy plays a vital role in this cycle by significantly shortening the time required for the body to recover and overcompensate. By providing the body with the energetic support it needs, coMra therapy allows both professional athletes and laypeople to maintain a more consistent and sustainable training schedule.

Functional Reserve and Listening to the Body

A key concept discussed is "functional reserve." In sports, when energy levels are low, performance suffers, and the risk of injury increases. Alexandre highlights that "more energy equals more work." By utilizing coMra therapy – specifically through protocols like the Preparation treatment – athletes can recognize an immediate increase in their energetic state, allowing them to approach their training with better form and higher quality of movement.

Alexandre warns against the "Rocky Balboa" mentality of pushing through pain at all costs. He shares his own experience with a severe hip injury, which he successfully overcame by slowing down, focusing on balancing muscle groups, and consistently applying coMra therapy. He stresses that learning to listen to the body’s signals – such as pain or the need for rest – is essential for long-term health.

Practical Application: Recovery and Maintenance

For those looking to integrate coMra therapy into their own routines, Alexandre recommends using the coMra Palm or Delta devices to support the body before and after training sessions. He suggests:

* Preparation: Use this treatment in the morning to prime the body for the day's efforts. * Recovery: Apply this treatment after training sessions, focusing on leg points, the lower back, and the adrenal glands.

Alexandre underscores that these treatments are not just for elite athletes; they are tools for anyone who wishes to remain active and healthy throughout their life. By combining a proper strength and conditioning routine – focused on rebalancing muscle groups – with the therapeutic support of coMra therapy, individuals can avoid the common pitfalls of overtraining and maintain their physical vitality for years to come.

Ultimately, the goal is to shift the perspective from merely "surviving" a training season to building a sustainable, lifelong practice of health and performance. As Alexandre concludes, there is no reason why we cannot pursue high levels of fitness well into our later years, provided we take the time to understand and support our bodies correctly.

Optimizing Training and Recovery

For those engaged in high-intensity training, such as twice-daily sessions, it is beneficial to incorporate a preparation treatment before hitting the gym. This practice helps reinvigorate the body, elevating functional reserves so that you can apply yourself with higher quality output during your workout. While not everyone requires this level of intensity, those training once a day or every other day should prioritize the preparation treatment in the morning. Before sleep, I recommend a recovery treatment; sleep is the window where the body’s systems normalize and healing occurs, ensuring you wake up better prepared for the next day.

Ultimately, this is an opportunity to learn to listen to your body. If you feel great and are short on time, you may choose to skip a session, but the key is developing the sensitivity to know what your body truly needs.

Managing Stress and Burnout

Living in South Florida, where the heat index can reach 103 degrees, I often deal with the physical "beatdown" of intense outdoor training. When the sun and physical exertion leave me feeling burned out – a sensation distinct from a standard headache – I apply the head points of the coMra protocol. This 13-minute treatment is highly effective at reducing that feeling of being overwhelmed.

My wife can attest that when you push your body to high levels of exertion, cortisol levels rise, often leading to irritability. A short coMra treatment helps mitigate this, preventing that "snappy" reaction to daily stressors. I also recommend this treatment the night before a competition. If you are feeling nervous or anticipating the physical toll of an upcoming event, this protocol helps induce a state of relaxation, ensuring a restful night’s sleep so you can perform at your best the next morning.

The Power of Targeted Upliftment

There is a specific, short, and direct treatment I use for immediate upliftment. If you have a partner, the back scan is particularly effective; it provides a sense of renewed energy, especially if you are feeling "down and out" or physically depleted from multiple days of heavy effort. It leaves you feeling more open and engaged with your body.

While the back scan is ideal, the coMra Palm makes it easy to treat yourself. You can simply place the device against a backrest and lean into it. As with all coMra therapy, these treatments are adjustable based on your workload. If you are working through a particularly heavy cycle, you can extend the duration or add points below the neck and above the lower back.

Sustainable Fitness for Every Age

Whether you are a gym-goer seeking aesthetic benefits or an athlete in a pre-competition cycle, coMra therapy supports the body’s adaptive response to training. For the layperson, these protocols help move past the initial soreness of a new routine, making the process more sustainable. For the professional athlete, it is a way to reach higher levels of performance without sacrificing long-term health.

My current focus includes the elderly population, as I believe they can achieve tremendous results by combining proper lifting protocols with coMra therapy. Many in this demographic have been told their physical decline is inevitable, but with the right support, they can regenerate quickly and return to a high level of fitness.

A Lifetime of Performance

We have a daily choice: to grow or to become stagnant. I maintain my own activity levels by using a Swiss ball and a standing desk to keep my core engaged. I am now 39 years old and in the best shape of my life, capable of things I could not do years ago. The difference is that I no longer sacrifice my health to achieve these results.

I have learned that falling into a "hole" – an injury or a period of burnout – is not the end. Each time you climb out using coMra therapy, you gain a deeper belief in your own resilience. Fitness should be a lifelong pursuit, not just a phase for your "glory years." By listening to your body and providing it with the support it needs, you can maintain your physical wherewithal until your very last days.

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Q&A Session

Edwin: How does the sports-focused stress program differ from the standard Universal 5 or 7 protocols?

Alexander: The sports-focused program is more concise, designed for athletes who may be disconnected from their bodies and need a simple, effective entry point to see how coMra therapy works. High-level athletes often have superior metabolic recovery because they have optimized their capillary beds through training, meaning they may heal faster than the average person. However, the goal remains the same: to provide a tool that assists them in building themselves up rather than constantly dealing with the same injuries.

Elizabeth Schnugh: To add to that, we created the sports-specific guide because many people do not intuitively connect the Universal treatments to their fitness routines. It is about making the technology accessible and relevant to their specific lifestyle.

Claire: I have been involved in sports for over 40 years and have dealt with multiple injuries. I am looking forward to using these new programs.

Alexander: It is wonderful that you have taken your health into your own hands. That is the essence of this approach.

Question: How are you using coMra therapy with your sons?

Alexander: My sons, Noah and Kanoa, use the coMra Palm whenever they need it. Recently, Kanoa had a minor hip ailment after a day on the track. He treated it once, and the next day it was as if it never happened. They have a significant advantage because they don't have to push through pain; they can resolve these issues immediately. I guide them on the health aspects, but I prefer they have external coaches. The modern approach to coaching is shifting away from "no pain, no gain" toward understanding macro-cycles and making adjustments to ensure the athlete peaks at the right time without injury.

Elizabeth Schnugh: This highlights the importance of preventive medicine. We want to reach younger people so they learn to maintain their health alongside their fitness, ensuring they remain sustainable throughout their lives.

Question: I am a former ultra-distance runner experiencing clicking in my knees during deep squats. Is there a protocol for cartilage regeneration?

Alexander: Often, clicking is a sign that the musculature is not containing the joint complex properly. Through a controlled, incremental leg press program – focusing on slow, conscious movement – you can build the necessary support around the knee joint. When done with awareness, weight training becomes therapeutic. By focusing on your biomechanics and ensuring your knees stay aligned, you can resolve these issues. If you do not have access to a leg press, body squats performed with a bench for safety can achieve similar results, provided you maintain focus and proper form.

Ensure that your knees do not cave inward; the concept remains the same. You are aiming to reach a point of muscle fatigue, pushing slightly beyond that threshold. However, as soon as you feel your form beginning to break, you must stop. Consistency is vital, but you must allow your body the necessary time to recover and grow stronger.

You can track your progress by either counting repetitions or using a stopwatch. By timing your sets, you can focus on increasing your "time under tension," which is a highly effective way to build strength.

Community Feedback and Success Stories

One participant shared their experience in the chat, noting: "My knees have been tremendously helped by what Alexander is suggesting. I was told I needed both knees replaced, but coMra therapy has helped immensely. I was also told to avoid squats or lunges, but building muscle through these specific methods did the trick, just as Alexander is explaining."

This feedback underscores the importance of movement and targeted muscle building in joint recovery. By focusing on the right biomechanics and supporting the healing process with coMra therapy, many individuals find they can regain function that was previously thought to be lost.

Professional Consultation and Outreach

As the session concluded, the host thanked Alexander for his presentation and his dedication to sharing his expertise. A participant named Phyllis reached out to inquire about the possibility of Alexander traveling to her senior community in North Palm Beach, Florida, for a consultation.

Alexander expressed his openness to such arrangements, provided the facility has the appropriate equipment. He emphasized the importance of using "therapeutic grade" machines, which feature resistance curves designed to make workouts more complete, efficient, and safe. For those unable to travel to his facility in Miami, Alexander remains available for consultations and guidance.

For those interested in learning more, Alexander’s website, [runholistic.com](http://runholistic.com), contains a wealth of articles and resources on health and fitness. You can reach him directly at alexander@runholistic.com for professional guidance.

Thank you to everyone who attended this session. Stay tuned for future webinars and updates as we continue our journey of healing and discovery.