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Empower Your Wellness is written by an exercise-loving physical therapist, yoga, and fitness instructor to help you stay active and prevent injuries.
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Why Do My Toes Go Numb On The Elliptical?
An elliptical trainer offers a convenient, low-impact way to get your heart rate up and is a staple in most gyms. But one complaint about elliptical machines is numb toes, even after just a few minutes.…
Fascia Scraping For Plantar Fasciitis – Does It Speed Up Recovery?
Do you feel like you’ve tried every treatment in the book for your plantar fasciitis without success? This annoying heel pain affects approximately 2 million people per year and has long been known as a painful…
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Easy Breathing Exercises For Low Back Pain
Pain is a complex issue. While we’d all love a few magic stretches, the truth is, the puzzle is much more complicated. Did you know that deep breathing can be a crucial piece to tackling back…
Easy At-Home Shoulder Mobility Screen To Prevent Rotator Cuff Injury
When it comes to shoulder pain, discomfort and tightness can happen gradually, and early signs are easy to miss. Before you know it, your shoulder pain is affecting everything from putting on your shirt to getting…
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Welcome! I’m Maura, the physical therapist, yoga, and fitness instructor behind Empower Your Wellness. I simplify how the body works to help you stay active and prevent injuries during yoga, fitness, and everyday life.
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