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  • woman sitting on a couch using a mobile phone rubbing her neck in pain how to avoid text neck
    Injury Prevention

    How To Prevent Text Neck – Posture & Exercise Tips

    October 29, 2020 /

    Do you spend a lot of time on your phone (or a laptop)?  Who doesn’t, right? When you can order a hodgepodge of groceries for same-day delivery in your underwear, there really isn’t any going back.  Have you ever noticed those aches and pains after long stints on your phone and just dismissed them as…

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    Maura Blackstone
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    Fitness

    Creative Gifts for Fitness Lovers

    October 19, 2020 /

    Every year it seems like it gets harder and harder to shop for people. We seem to have everything in our instant gratification next day prime shipping lives.  Need a gift for a fitness lover (or yourself)? Win any holiday with this guide that’s sure to get your creative gift-giving juices flowing. K-DEER LEGGINGS If…

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    Maura Blackstone
  • woman using a yoga block during yoga how to protect the hamstrings yoga for hamstrings
    Yoga

    Yoga for Hamstrings – Easy Ways to Protect & Prevent Injury

    October 14, 2020 /

    Yoga for hamstrings is a popular theme. Tight hamstrings are a common complaint, especially among those who sit for work.  But did you know that the hamstrings are also especially vulnerable to injury in yoga and fitness? (And you don’t have to be a star athlete to get one.) So how do you protect your…

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    Maura Blackstone
  • woman stretching before a workout
    Fitness Anatomy

    The Complete Guide to Upper Body Muscles for Beginners

    October 7, 2020 /

    Are you ready to get a great upper body workout but not quite sure where to start? You’ve come to the right place. Upper body muscle groups can be confusing. There are so many upper body exercises to choose from. And how do you know which ones go with which muscle group? Understanding how the…

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    Maura Blackstone
  • woman doing work at a standing desk
    Health & Wellness

    Are Standing Desks Really Better?

    September 28, 2020 /

    Standing desks are trending in popularity over the past few years as people look for new ways to increase activity and decrease prolonged sitting adverse effects.  In 2020, more things than ever have moved online. While this is convenient, it also means a ton more sitting glued to technology.  But how do you know if…

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    Maura Blackstone
  • man holding his elbow due to pain from tennis elbow
    Injury Prevention

    How To Prevent Tennis Elbow (+ Treatment Tips)

    September 21, 2020 /

    Are you frustrated by tennis elbow pain? I hear you.  Tennis elbow is the most common overuse injury of the elbow, and many are surprised to learn that you don’t have to play tennis to have this annoying injury cramp your style.  By the end of this article, you’ll have a better understanding of what…

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    Maura Blackstone
  • woman using a smartphone fitness app for a workout
    Fitness

    Aaptiv Review {2021} – A Hands-On Look at this Popular Fitness App

    September 10, 2020 /

    Move over dusty collection of workout DVDs! Apps are the new kid in town. And Aaptiv is one workout app you won’t want to miss.  Workout apps allow for an on-demand experience for virtually any type of fitness activity, on the go, from the privacy of your own phone. A big part of consistency with…

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    Maura Blackstone
  • physical therapist providing patient education how to prepare for your first physical therapy appointment
    Health & Wellness

    What To Expect At Your First Physical Therapy Appointment (+How To Prepare)

    September 1, 2020 /

    Not quite sure what to expect at your first physical therapy appointment? Navigating the medical system is challenging. Insurance information, paperwork, and spending one-on-one time with the therapist is enough to put you into information overload. Don’t worry! By the end of this article, you will learn what to expect at your first physical therapy…

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    Maura Blackstone
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    Fitness

    Game-Changing Exercise Equipment for Small Spaces

    August 25, 2020 /

    Looking for home gym ideas but short on space? Never fear, there’s plenty of space-saving exercise equipment options. Even though I love going to the gym, I’ve collected a lot of home gym equipment over the years. Some pieces I still use today, and others ended up in a donation pile. In a compact home…

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    Maura Blackstone
  • athletic man wrapping his foot due to plantar fasciitis
    Injury Prevention

    The Best Way To Get Rid Of Plantar Fasciitis

    August 15, 2020 /

    Plantar fasciitis affects approximately 2 million people per year and has long been known as a painful and tricky injury to treat.  There’s a laundry list of first-line treatment tactics, but what happens when that’s not enough? What’s the best way to get rid of plantar fasciitis? To stop this annoying heel pain in its…

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    Maura Blackstone
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Welcome! I'm Maura, the physical therapist, yoga, and fitness instructor behind Empower Your Wellness. I help regular people learn about healthy movement and work smarter with their bodies to stay active and prevent injuries.

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