Case Study
How ARÉTĒ Helped Attorney Devon Downs Overcome Chronic Injuries & Build Sustainable Strength
Devon's Challenges
Despite being highly active, Devon was managing chronic injuries, high professional stress, and nutritional gaps that were limiting her recovery and performance. She needed a sustainable strategy that could help her get stronger while protecting her body for the long term.
I've been horseback riding comfortably and won several competitions.
Meet
Devon Downs
As Devon Downs approached 40, the former elite gymnast and competitive horseback rider was still highly active, but chronic injuries, professional stress, and nutritional gaps were beginning to interfere with her performance. Rather than sort through more conflicting fitness advice, she came to ARÉTĒ looking for a clear, science-driven strategy to improve her health, protect her body, and continue doing the things she loved for years to come.
How ARÉTĒ Helped
ARÉTĒ's comprehensive assessment uncovered the hidden factors affecting Devon's performance and recovery. From there, her team built a personalized strategy focused on reducing stress, improving nutrition and body composition, building strength, protecting her spine, and giving her the resilience to train and compete without constant setbacks.
The Results
Devon experienced a powerful transformation:
Cortisol: 12.3 ug/dl, now in the optimal range.
Optimized Cortisol
Cortisol moved from out of range to an optimal level, alongside improved nervous system regulation.
Body Recomposition
Added 5 lbs of lean muscle while losing 5 lbs of body fat, improving strength and overall body composition.
New Peloton PR
Set a new Peloton personal record as her fitness and performance improved.
Back in the Saddle, Pain-Free
Devon returned to horseback riding comfortably and went on to win several competitions.
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