UNWINDING BODY

COACHING THE BODY™ WITH ANNETTE

You’ve tried everything. Now try what works.

Are you stuck in a cycle of pain that never seems to end?

You’ve tried stretching, massage, physical therapy, maybe even surgery, but nothing truly lasts. At Unwinding Body, I offer a different path.

Using Coaching the Body™, I help uncover the real source of your pain and work with your body to gently retrain the muscles and nervous system so you can move freely again.

This work is active, collaborative, and often brings relief faster than people expect. Whether it’s back pain, sciatica, hip or knee pain, tendonitis, neck tension, headaches, or that stubborn shoulder that just won’t heal…there is a way forward. And it starts here.

  • Coaching the Body™ is a cutting-edge approach to pain relief that blends the latest insights from neuroscience with proven hands-on techniques. Developed by Chuck Duff, founder of the Coaching the Body Institute in Evanston, IL, this method combines trigger point therapy, movement retraining, and nervous system calming to get to the root of pain and restore natural movement.

    Think of it like updating your body’s internal GPS. When pain has you stuck in the wrong pattern, this work gently helps your muscles and nervous system re-route so you can move with ease again.

    It’s not massage, and it’s not just stretching. It is a smart, targeted way to work with your body to create real, lasting change. Many people feel noticeable relief in their very first session.

  • My journey into Coaching the Body™ work began with my own search for relief. After years of back and hip pain that conventional treatments couldn't resolve, I knew there had to be a better way. With a lifelong passion for fitness and an obsessive curiosity about how the body moves and heals, I was determined to find real, lasting solutions. That journey led me to Coaching the Body™ and ultimately to helping others do the same.

  • A lot of my clients feel they have tried everything else. Some most common issues:

    • Chronic pain:

      • sciatica

      • frozen shoulder

      • hip and knee pain

      • tendonitis/bursitis

      • plantar fasciatis,

      • ITB pain

      • Carpal Tunnel

    • Neck pain, tension, headaches

    • Mobility limitations

    • Sports/athletic injuries

    • Alternative to surgery

    • “Something just feels off”

  • Unlike traditional approaches that focus on symptom relief, Coaching the Body™ identifies and interrupts the neuromuscular patterns that cause and sustain pain. Rather than relaxing muscles temporarily, this work retrains your body at the root level, often creating immediate and lasting results.

  • Your healing journey begins with a comprehensive 2-hour initial session. We’ll start with an in-depth conversation about your pain history, lifestyle, movement patterns, and daily habits. From there, I’ll assess your body’s current state and begin hands-on treatment, observing how your nervous system and muscles respond in real time.

    This process allows us to uncover often-missed root causes of pain and create a highly personalized treatment plan. Many clients feel significant relief in their very first session.

  • If follow-up sessions are needed, they are booked in 90 or 120-minute appointments, depending on your needs. You’ll leave each visit not only feeling better but with a deeper understanding of your body and a custom plan for self-care.

  • Please wear comfortable, stretchy clothing.
     Women: wear or bring shorts and a sports bra or tank top.
    Men: wear or bring a pair of shorts.
    Treatment takes place on a cushioned floor mat.

  • Unwinding Body is located inside Renew, Mind and Body Wellness at:

    216 W Sand Bank Rd, Columbia, IL 62236

    Our space offers a quiet, welcoming environment just minutes from downtown Columbia. We are located in the back of the building with convenient parking on-site. Whether you're coming from the Metro East area or nearby St. Louis suburbs, we’re an easy drive away—well worth the visit for lasting relief.tem description

  • My goal is to get you out of pain efficiently, effectively, and without dependency. Many of my clients experience lasting results in just a few sessions. I’ll support you with tools and education to continue your progress at home, helping you move better, feel stronger, and live more freely.

    Healing is possible when your body is truly understood.

What Are My Clients Saying?

  • I've had a stiff neck for well over a year that progressed into shoulder pain, headaches, and mobility issues. I went to Annette hoping to just get a little temporary relief. I wasn't expecting a fix, but that's exactly what she did. After 3 sessions, no more pain and headaches. I'm definitely going to see her again if I start noticing symptoms so it doesn't get out of control again. Highly recommend.

    Kevin T.

  • “Annette has helped me with crippling back pain, and stress-related headaches. She is amazing and truly cares about my health and well-being.”

    Kelly M

  • “For years I have suffered from migraines. I have tried medications, vitamins,diet,and chiropractic. One day my good friend Annette Woldanski shares her business page with me. I go and I haven't stopped going. My headaches are virtually gone and when I do get a migraine the severity is a lot less. If you suffer from aches,pains,unexplained muscle tightness, you need to contact Annette. She is amazing, professional,and dedicated to helping you live your best life.”

    Carla C

  • “Words cannot express how amazing tiny Annette is! She is so strong and took care of my injuries with positivity and love. I am continuing to meet my running goals and it’s because of her!!”

    Jennie S.

  • My neck and shoulder feel the best they have in years! I wanted to give it a few days and not jinx myself - but hardly tight and notice I can just sleep however I want without certain muscles pulling, etc.!! Much better than anything I have tried before!

    Stephanie S.

  • After going to several specialists without relief, I consulted Annette. Even after the first session I began to feel relief. She was able to figure out the cause of my pain and, with gentle manipulation, she alleviated the pain and made me feel more energized than I have in a long time. I would whole heartedly recommend Annette to anyone who is living with pain!

    Patricia M.