Kelly O’Haney

Season 2, Episode 26 - Get Out and Move

Kelly O’Haney is a sister, daughter and mom. As a teenager, she was a gifted athlete and student. A car accident and head injury radically changed her performance in high school, and she ultimately dropped out, but not for long. She fought her way back, finished school and become a teacher. She taught in an economically disadvantaged neighborhoods and was recognized as teacher of the year. She’s been teaching for over 30 years.

She was a multi-sport athlete. She played soccer, ran marathons, cycled, but her body craved a more healing exercise regime, which began her journey as a Pilates instructor. After teaching for a time, she also became the co-owner of that Pilates studio.

Then, in the midst of the COVID pandemic, she began to have some severe neck pain. After several trips to the hospital and misdiagnoses, she ended up in emergency surgery.