Dr. Dawn’s Trusted Wellness Recommendations

Explore Dr. Dawn’s personally selected products—from recovery tools to home fitness essentials—all chosen to help you feel stronger, more supported, and confident in your health journey. These are the same items she recommends to clients and uses in her own practice, conveniently linked for easy access.

Explore tools to support your healing, strength, and everyday well-being

Squatty Potty Simple Curve Toilet Stool

This sleek, discreet stool promotes a more natural posture for easier, more complete elimination. A favorite among pelvic floor therapists, it supports gut health and reduces strain—especially helpful for women managing constipation or pelvic pressure.

ProBody Pilates Small Exercise Ball with Pump

This soft, 9-inch ball is perfect for core engagement, pelvic floor exercises, and spinal support. Dr. Dawn often uses it in therapeutic Pilates to gently build strength and stability, especially for postpartum recovery and gentle abdominal training.

Gaiam Pilates Ring Fitness Circle

A versatile tool for strengthening inner thighs, core, and upper body, the Pilates ring adds gentle resistance to mat workouts. It’s ideal for improving muscle tone, posture, and pelvic floor connection—especially effective in low-impact routines for women over 40.

Fit Simplify Resistance Loop Bands (Set of 5)

These mini loop bands are perfect for activating glutes, hips, and core without high impact. Dr. Dawn uses them in therapeutic sessions to build strength, improve pelvic stability, and support gentle progression—ideal for at-home workouts or post-rehab routines.

Physical Massage Therapy Ball Set

This set of mobility balls is great for releasing tight muscles, improving circulation, and relieving tension in the hips, glutes, back, and shoulders. Whether you're dealing with stiffness or recovering from activity, these tools help restore movement and reduce discomfort.

OPTP PRO Soft Foam Roller (36")

This soft-density foam roller is Dr. Dawn’s favorite for clients who need gentle support without the intensity of firmer rollers. It's perfect for spinal mobility work, posture alignment, and releasing tension—especially effective for those with sensitivity or chronic tightness.

Extra Thick Exercise Ball - Yoga Ball

A staple for core strengthening, posture work, and balance training, this physio ball is perfect for gentle movement and rehabilitation. Dr. Dawn recommends it for improving spinal alignment, pelvic stability, and building deep core strength—especially for women over 40.

Gaiam Essentials Thick Yoga Mat

This extra-thick mat offers superior comfort and cushioning for Pilates, yoga, or mobility work. It’s ideal for women seeking joint protection during floor exercises, especially for sensitive knees, wrists, or spine. Lightweight and easy to carry.

Manduka Align Yoga Strap

An essential tool for improving flexibility, posture, and alignment. This durable strap is perfect for gentle stretching, hamstring mobility, or shoulder opening—especially helpful during warm-ups or cooldowns in Dr. Dawn’s restorative sessions.

Exercise Core Sliders

These low-friction sliders are perfect for building core strength, improving stability, and enhancing mobility without high-impact movements. Dr. Dawn incorporates them into functional workouts to safely challenge balance and coordination—ideal for home use on carpet or hard floors.

THERABAND Resistance Band Set

These flat resistance bands are a versatile and gentle way to strengthen arms, legs, and core. Commonly used in physical therapy, they’re excellent for regaining strength post-injury or surgery, supporting shoulder and hip work, and restoring muscle tone without strain.

High-Density Balance Pad

A soft, non-slip surface that challenges stability while protecting joints, this balance pad is great for core activation, postural control, and fall prevention. It’s especially effective for women over 40 working on ankle, knee, or hip stability in a low-impact setting.

Sombra Warm Pain Relief Gel

This natural, fast-acting gel is one of Dr. Dawn’s top picks for relieving muscle soreness, joint stiffness, and chronic aches. Perfect after a workout or on tight areas like the lower back, shoulders, or hips, it offers soothing warmth without a strong odor or greasy residue.

Pilates Wrist Ankle Weights for Women

These sleek, adjustable weights are a great way to add light resistance to Pilates, walking, or mobility work. Ideal for gently building strength and endurance in the arms and legs, they’re perfect for women over 40 who want to challenge their body without overloading joints.

Every item on this list is something I personally use or recommend to the women I work with every day. These tools are designed to support your healing, strength, and overall well-being—whether you’re recovering from injury, managing chronic pain, or simply looking to feel stronger and more confident in your body.

Small changes can make a big difference. When used consistently, the right tools can help you move better, feel better, and reclaim your energy and mobility—one step at a time.

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Encinitas, CA 92024

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