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I’m Maura, the physical therapist, yoga teacher, and fitness instructor behind Empower Your Wellness. I simplify how the body works to help you stay active and prevent injuries.
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Stretching vs. Yoga (A Detailed Showdown)
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What Muscles Does The Stairmaster Work?
Stairclimber machines are regaining popularity in most gyms and are a quick challenge for the major muscle groups of the legs, plus your overall endurance. What muscles does the StairMaster work? Let’s take a deeper dive into which muscles get the…
3 Signs Of Sciatica Improving
Here today, gone tomorrow, then back again. The cycle of getting better from things like sciatica can seem up and down like a yo-yo, making it difficult to judge if your condition is improving (or not). In this article, we’ll discuss…
6 Things To Avoid With Hip Bursitis
Hip bursitis can be a painful and limiting condition. It can be frustrating to try to figure out what helps and what is simply making your pain worse. In this article, you’ll learn the major things to avoid with hip bursitis…
Can You Do Yoga After A Knee Replacement?
Knee pain can be a significant barrier to enjoying yoga. After a total knee replacement, it’s natural to wonder what physical activities will be comfortable and accessible. Can you do yoga after a knee replacement? Absolutely. However, you may need to…
Ice Or Heat For Sciatica?
Have you ever found yourself in the thick of sciatic pain, wondering if ice or heat will help take the edge off? But which is better, ice or heat for sciatica? That’s exactly what we’ll talk about today, plus some additional…