As an NCAA Division 1 Decathlete, he competed in 10 grueling Track & Field events, but the intense training took a toll—nine teammates left the same year he did due to physical strain. Years later, chronic pain worsened, culminating in a morning where knee agony brought tears, leaving him barely able to walk. A pivotal moment came when a friend’s dislocated knee and asked Forrest to take him to "Dr. Mom", Dr. Carol Hoekstra ND, a board-certified naturopathic doctor with a clinic in Ludington, Michigan. She provided initial care but recommended Myofascial Release Therapy (MFR) to address connective tissue issues, sparking Forrest’s transformation.

Discovering a John Barnes MFR Specialist, Forrest experienced a “miracle” after his first session—freedom and relief after decades of pain. This inspired him to pursue healing professionally. He became a Certified Therapeutic Bodyworker through the Naturopathic Institute of Therapies & Education (NITE), the toughest therapy program in the U.S. The first six months covered human anatomy, MFR, aromatherapy, pregnancy/infant care, and nutrition, followed by six months of craniosacral therapy, Light Healing Touch, herbology, muscle response testing, and advanced aromatherapy. Continuing his education, he’s working toward a Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine, with board certification expected by early 2026.

In November 2023, inspired by a shark necklace from Cocoa Beach’s Ron Jon Surf Shop—gifted by his mom during high school—Forrest left his dad’s gutter company to stake out a new life in Florida. Settling in Cocoa Village, he founded Miracle Pain Relief, where he’s helped over 200 clients transform their lives in the first year. His sessions blend MFR’s gentle, fascia-focused release with a holistic approach, often leading to relaxation, energy shifts, or emotional release as the body heals. Expect personalized care that addresses pain, trauma, and balance, with lasting results like his own pain-free mornings after 20 years.