How I Built This with Guy Raz Therabody: Jason Wersland
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May 20, 2024 Jason Wersland, founder of Therabody and inventor of the Theragun, shares his incredible journey from a motorcycle accident to creating a revolutionary pain relief device. After crafting a makeshift massager from a jigsaw, he discovered its therapeutic benefits for himself and his patients. Wersland talks about the challenges he faced in developing his prototype, securing endorsements from top athletes, and transforming his innovative idea into a multimillion-dollar wellness brand.
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Business Failure and Lessons
- Jason Wersland opened a successful flooring store, but his business partner embezzled money, leading to its collapse.
- This experience taught him valuable lessons about heartache, deceit, and navigating challenging relationships.
A New Path
- After losing his business and marriage, Jason Wersland had a pivotal moment that led him to pursue chiropractic.
- He moved to Los Angeles for school, leaving his young children behind in a difficult but necessary sacrifice.
Motorcycle Accident and Injury
- Despite being a chiropractor, Jason Wersland chose to commute by motorcycle in Los Angeles.
- A serious accident resulted in debilitating nerve pain, leading him to experiment with pain relief methods.