Willpower Health & Fitness

I was lucky enough to “discover” William some long while and many helpful sessions ago. I’m of an age where body parts start complaining loudly and my painful knees circumscribe my active life. I am trying to stave off knee replacements and William’s acupuncture, massage and muscle stretching have helped enormously. He’s also working on my shoulder mobility. The exercises he gives me help keep my lug nuts on this old bus body between visits. If you are fortunate enough to just want to increase your athletic output, he is a phenomenal trainer. I truly do not have enough superlatives to describe what a difference William has made in the quality of my life.

If you're an athlete, training for a marathon or triathlon--or just trying to maintain... Holistic Sports Medicine is the GAME CHANGER you didn't know you needed for your recovery repertoire.

I've run 15 half marathons, one full marathon, and Olympic Triathlon and now Will is helping me train for a Half Ironman. I say "helping me train", because he is quite literally a part of my training program.

He's extremely educated and informative and while I know he provides quiet/soothing sessions (if you want them), he's a wealth of information in discovering the root of the problem (what's hurting and what's holding you back). He has provided invaluable information for course correction and staying at the peak of my game.

Honestly I was skeptical of acupuncture and cupping, I've only ever used deep tissue massage or bodywork for recovery, but have been very impressed with my results. Will explained every little detail of what he was doing and how my body would react and I'm very impressed.

His clinic is very COVID safe and incredibly clean and he wore a mask the entire time.

I will continue to use his services and keep recommending him to my friends!

Holistic Sports Medicine is new to Whidbey Island, but the owner, Acupuncturist, William Ware is thoroughly prepared to help you on your healing journey!

I met William as his real estate agent, and have now become a client of his! He is helping me work on several areas of my (aging!) body for more comfort and success in my day-to-day activities as well as outdoor athletic adventures!

Many of the folks I'm referring to Holistic Sports Medicine include athletes that enjoy walking & hiking to Marathon and Triathlon training! If you're reading this review and wondering if seeing William is the next appointment you need to schedule - here are some things to take into consideration:
1) The clinic is immaculate and Covid protocol appropriate.
2) William explains complicated "body part" issues (why it hurts!) and introduces ways to work on your own to continue healing. So if you choose to see him once or set up a series of treatments, you will have so many more tools in your pocket to help you feel better.
3) Holistic Sports Medicine is able to bill insurance companies for their patients.
4) Flexible client scheduling to work around your schedule.

If you're considering contacting William and find yourself a little nervous about Acupuncture, consider booking your first session and exploring other options, both instructional and therapeutic, that can complement the acupuncture sessions.

Wishing you health!

Melene Thompson
Whidbey Island

I have known William for over 20 years and so appreciate his expertise. I've had body work/massage, acupuncture and herbs along with how to rollout sore muscles, work on balance, range of movement and proper techniques to working out. Because of him I've been able to increase my shoulder rotation and have more tools to be able to keep my body going. I'm happy that I am still able to have him as my main resource. It's not easy finding the right person to work with who actually knows about sports injuries, over use and how to correct for that. And he is always continuing to educate himself in various disciplines.

The next review is from my husband who does not have a Gmail account so I'm putting his review in as he dictated it to me. JS

Fifteen years ago I had a massive back spasm and I went to see William per Jane's recommendation. I'd normally have 2 or 3 back spasms per year that were debilitating. William was able to help me immediately to relieve the pain. But more importantly he taught me an exercise that helped eliminate back spasms from my life. And I'm forever grateful and still do that exercise routinely. I've also gone to him on a numerous occasions for other aches and pains and he's always been able to help these specific problems. Jay Van Bemmel

I really appreciate William's combined use of acupuncture and sports massage techniques. Through his services and use of the exercises he recommended I do regularly in-between visits, I have seen significant improvements to my shoulder bursitis, allowing me to get back to both computer work and my yoga practice. Highly recommended!