<![CDATA[Empowering Movement Podcast]]>The Empowering Movement Podcast brings together the perspectives of physical therapy, strength and conditioning, and yoga to explore how we build resilience, move with confidence, and navigate the realities of pain and recovery.

Hosted by Kate Curry, a 500hr ERYT and YACEP yoga instructor and teacher trainer, and Dr. Kristen Cooper, DPT, CSCS, LMT, this podcast blends evidence-based insight with real-world experience to help you better understand your body and take meaningful steps toward long-term wellness.

From conversations like “Pain is a Liar,” “Insurance Buffoonery,” and “When Treatment Fails,” to practical strategies for improving mobility, strength, and nervous system balance — each episode is designed to be honest, accessible, and immediately useful.

Whether you’re dealing with pain, looking to move better, or simply want to feel more at home in your body, this podcast offers a thoughtful, integrated approach to resilient living.

Please connect with us on Instagram @empoweringmovementinstitute or drop us an email at empoweringmi@gmail.com. 


]]>https://riverside.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:36:52 GMTTue, 02 Jun 2026 21:35:22 GMT60Empowering Movement Institute<p>The <i>Empowering Movement Podcast</i> brings together the perspectives of physical therapy, strength and conditioning, and yoga to explore how we build resilience, move with confidence, and navigate the realities of pain and recovery.</p><p></p><p>Hosted by Kate Curry, a 500hr ERYT and YACEP yoga instructor and teacher trainer, and Dr. Kristen Cooper, DPT, CSCS, LMT, this podcast blends evidence-based insight with real-world experience to help you better understand your body and take meaningful steps toward long-term wellness.</p><p></p><p>From conversations like <i>“Pain is a Liar,” “Insurance Buffoonery,”</i> and <i>“When Treatment Fails,”</i> to practical strategies for improving mobility, strength, and nervous system balance — each episode is designed to be honest, accessible, and immediately useful.</p><p>Whether you’re dealing with pain, looking to move better, or simply want to feel more at home in your body, this podcast offers a thoughtful, integrated approach to resilient living.</p><p></p><p>Please connect with us on Instagram <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/empoweringmovementinstitute/" target="_blank">@empoweringmovementinstitute </a>or drop us an email at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:empoweringmi@gmail.com" target="_blank">empoweringmi@gmail.com</a>. </p><p><br /></p>episodicEmpowering Movement Instituteinfo@katecurryyoga.comno<![CDATA[The Intro ]]>Episode 1: Welcome to the Empowering Movement Podcast

In our very first episode, we're introducing ourselves, sharing the story behind the Empowered Movement Institute, and exploring why we created this podcast.

Join Kate Curry, 500hr ERYT, YACEP yoga instructor and teacher trainer, and Dr. Kristen Cooper, DPT, CSCS, LMT, as we discuss the experiences that shaped our approach to movement, strength, wellness, and helping people feel more confident in their bodies.

We'll share what you can expect from future episodes, why we're passionate about bridging the worlds of yoga, physical therapy, and strength and conditioning, and how our combined perspectives can help you build resilience, optimize wellness, and move through life with greater strength, confidence, and ease.

Whether you're a college athlete, a postpartum mom, a weekend warrior, someone recovering from injury, or simply looking to move and feel better in your everyday life, we're glad you're here.

Connect with us:

Email: empoweringmi@gmail.com

Instagram: @empoweringmovementinstitute

]]>77ce7c48-8f9b-4726-a502-631cddca807eWed, 17 Jun 2026 14:58:49 GMT<p>Episode 1: Welcome to the Empowering Movement Podcast</p><p></p><p>In our very first episode, we're introducing ourselves, sharing the story behind the Empowered Movement Institute, and exploring why we created this podcast.</p><p></p><p>Join Kate Curry, 500hr ERYT, YACEP yoga instructor and teacher trainer, and Dr. Kristen Cooper, DPT, CSCS, LMT, as we discuss the experiences that shaped our approach to movement, strength, wellness, and helping people feel more confident in their bodies.</p><p></p><p>We'll share what you can expect from future episodes, why we're passionate about bridging the worlds of yoga, physical therapy, and strength and conditioning, and how our combined perspectives can help you build resilience, optimize wellness, and move through life with greater strength, confidence, and ease.</p><p></p><p>Whether you're a college athlete, a postpartum mom, a weekend warrior, someone recovering from injury, or simply looking to move and feel better in your everyday life, we're glad you're here.</p><p></p><p>Connect with us:</p><p>Email: empoweringmi@gmail.com</p><p>Instagram: @empoweringmovementinstitute</p><p></p>no00:23:5911The Intro full<![CDATA[Official Trailer: Empowering Movement Podcast]]>Welcome to the Empowering Movement Podcast, where yoga, strength and conditioning, and physical therapy come together to help you move with confidence, build resilience, and optimize your overall well-being.

Hosted by Kate Curry, 500hr ERYT and YACEP yoga instructor and teacher trainer, and Dr. Kristen Cooper, DPT, CSCS, LMT, this podcast explores the realities of movement, pain, recovery, and long-term wellness through honest conversation and practical, evidence-based insights.

Whether you're a college athlete, a postpartum mom, a weekend warrior, someone recovering from injury, or simply looking to move and feel better in everyday life, this podcast is for you.

We'll tackle topics ranging from pain science and mobility to strength, nervous system regulation, injury recovery, and mindful movement—with a healthy dose of curiosity, humor, and real-world application along the way.

We're glad you're here. Follow along as we explore what it really takes to build resilience and optimize wellness, our first episode launches soon!

Please connect with us on Instagram @empoweringmovementinstitute or drop us an email at empoweringmi@gmail.com. 

]]>06cd532d-2279-4161-857c-79f6eedf797fThu, 11 Jun 2026 20:04:57 GMT<p>Welcome to the <i>Empowering Movement Podcast</i>, where yoga, strength and conditioning, and physical therapy come together to help you move with confidence, build resilience, and optimize your overall well-being.</p><p>Hosted by Kate Curry, 500hr ERYT and YACEP yoga instructor and teacher trainer, and Dr. Kristen Cooper, DPT, CSCS, LMT, this podcast explores the realities of movement, pain, recovery, and long-term wellness through honest conversation and practical, evidence-based insights.</p><p>Whether you're a college athlete, a postpartum mom, a weekend warrior, someone recovering from injury, or simply looking to move and feel better in everyday life, this podcast is for you.</p><p></p><p>We'll tackle topics ranging from pain science and mobility to strength, nervous system regulation, injury recovery, and mindful movement—with a healthy dose of curiosity, humor, and real-world application along the way.</p><p>We're glad you're here. Follow along as we explore what it really takes to build resilience and optimize wellness, our first episode launches soon!</p><p>Please connect with us on Instagram <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/empoweringmovementinstitute/" target="_blank">@empoweringmovementinstitute</a> or drop us an email at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:empoweringmi@gmail.com" target="_blank">empoweringmi@gmail.com</a>. </p>no00:01:091Official Trailer: Empowering Movement Podcasttrailer<![CDATA[Trailer: A Different Take on Physical Therapy]]>Kristen Cooper shares her journey from being an athlete to becoming a physical therapist with a non-traditional practice. Kate Curry highlights the importance of non-traditional physical therapy and the impact of manual therapy on patients.

Takeaways

  • Non-traditional physical therapy
  • Impact of manual therapy

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Impact of Manual Therapy
]]>846bbe66-2e70-4d0a-8644-1205808d1aa8Tue, 02 Jun 2026 21:54:16 GMT<p>Kristen Cooper shares her journey from being an athlete to becoming a physical therapist with a non-traditional practice. Kate Curry highlights the importance of non-traditional physical therapy and the impact of manual therapy on patients.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Non-traditional physical therapy</li><li>Impact of manual therapy</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Impact of Manual Therapy</li></ul>no00:02:13Trailer: A Different Take on Physical Therapytrailer