The Planted Yogi

10: Healing Back Pain & The Magic of Cupping with Debbie Asmus

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Back pain, tight hips, and chronic tension—sound familiar? In this episode, Dr. Ciara Martin sits down with Debra Asness, massage therapist, yoga instructor, and the founder of Body Meets Balance, to talk about how movement, bodywork, and mindset can transform pain into ease.

With over 30 years in the wellness industry, Debra has seen firsthand how yoga, massage, and cupping can help women—especially in midlife—feel strong, mobile, and pain-free. We dive into:

  • How yoga can both heal and prevent back pain
  • Why core stability & hip mobility are essential for a pain-free life
  • The most common causes of low back pain (and how to fix them!)
  • What cupping therapy really does, how it works, and why athletes swear by it
  • The unique combination of yin yoga + cupping for deep tension release
    • If you’ve ever dealt with back pain or stiffness—or you’re curious about how cupping can enhance your yoga practice—this episode is packed with insights and practical tools.

    Connect with Debbie Asmus
    • Visit her website: BodyMeetsBalance.com
    • Follow Debra on Instagram: @bodymeetsbalance
    • Interested in Yin + Cupping? Reach out to Debra for private sessions or upcoming workshops
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      • Follow me on Instagram: @theplantedyogi
      • Visit ThePlantedYogi.com for more resources
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        The Planted YogiBy Dr. Ciara Martin