Lindsey Grasis, a CrossFit Games Semifinalist, was battling debilitating back pain caused by a 14mm disc herniation at L5-S1. After trying chiropractors, massage therapy, spinal decompression, multiple injections, and being scheduled for a microdiscectomy, she was just 12 hours away from surgery when she made a decision that changed everything.In this powerful episode, Lindsey shares her full journey — from living in daily pain and fear to healing her back without surgery through the Whealth Limitless program. She opens up about the mental and emotional toll, how her injury changed the way she coaches others, and what her follow-up MRI revealed five months later: the herniation was completely gone.We dive deep into:The moment she canceled surgery last-minuteHow she rebuilt strength and confidenceWhat doctors got wrong (and right)Why movement became her medicineHow she now helps others avoid the same pathIf you’ve been told surgery is your only option for sciatica, disc herniation, or CrossFit-related injuries — watch this first.🔔 Subscribe for more real stories of recovery👇 Check the chapters below to skip to key momentsLearn more about the LIMITLESS program: https://spreadwhealth.com/limitless-program00:00 Intro: CrossFit Coach, Pain, and a Turning Point02:00 Diagnosed with a 14mm L5-S1 Disc Herniation05:30 She Canceled Back Surgery 12 Hours Before08:15 Starting the Whealth Limitless Program11:45 How the Injury Changed Her Coaching Forever16:00 The Mental Toll of Long-Term Pain21:00 Rebuilding Confidence Through Movement26:30 Redefining What "Strong" Looks Like33:00 Adjusting Workouts While Still in Pain38:45 Helping Her Gym Members Avoid Injury44:00 Balancing Fear of Reinjury With Progress1:20:00 Part 2: MRI Results Show Herniation is Gone1:21:45 Neurosurgeon Reacts + What’s Next for Lindsey