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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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Running Shoes vs. Cross Training Shoes
There are way too many choices when it comes to athletic shoes. No wonder most people just pick their favorite color and move on. Running shoes tend to be the default athletic shoe for workouts. But…
10 Yoga Poses For Balance
Until your balance becomes an issue (like frequent falls or injuries), you probably never think about it. But the reality is, it’s essential to work on balance just as you would strength and flexibility. Balance training…
Do Toe Spreaders Help Plantar Fasciitis?
Plantar fasciitis can be tricky and complex to treat, with different treatments working for different people. One thing that’s not good for plantar fasciitis is cramped, weak, and inflexible feet. Enter: toe spreaders. (No, not the awkward,…
How Does Kinesiology Taping Work?
Most people remember kinesiology tape from the 2008 or 2012 summer Olympics. Athletes of all sports, from volleyball to swimming, could be seen sporting colorful tape applied in crazy patterns. But how does kinesiology taping work?…
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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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