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The 5 Best Ways to Deal with Anxiety

By |February 9th, 2023|

As a massage therapist, I have seen the effects of anxiety on the human body first-hand. Clients who come in with symptoms of anxiety often present with physical symptoms such as muscle tension, headaches, and fatigue. This is because anxiety triggers the "fight or flight" response in the body, causing an increase in stress hormones and a tightening of the muscles.

How Deep Tissue Massage Can Enhance Your Workouts

By |September 29th, 2022|

If you are someone who works out four or more times each week, you should add a deep tissue massage to your routine. And make it monthly! Tight muscles make your workouts suffer. Each deep tissue massage session focuses on those deeper layers of muscle tissue. A deep tissue massage can improve your body and your fitness goals.

Fall Self-Care Rituals

By |September 25th, 2021|

Today’s the first day of Fall! When you think of this season, a few things may come to mind (namely everything pumpkin-flavored). Well, it's also a perfect time to start slowing down. To prepare for our latest turn of autumn, consider incorporating some simple Fall Self-Care Rituals that will help re-ground you. We’re happy to share a list of routines for inspiration.

Bodywork And Exercise

By |July 15th, 2021|

You have to give us credit: as a culture, Americans are incredibly interested in getting Bodywork And Exercise. We invest every year in new diets, exercise programs, and supplements for weight loss and improved energy. Low-range estimates suggest that Americans spend about $2.6 billion each year on gym memberships alone.

Summer Self-Care Rituals

By |June 20th, 2021|

Today marks the first day of Summer—a perfect time to try incorporating that new self-care ritual or habit (or two) into your day and make your Summer that much more enjoyable. It’s a time for filling the soul. Warm nights, bare feet, a new chapter.

Things You Should NOT Do Before A Massage

By |May 6th, 2021|

The answer to the question on everyone’s minds. Here are five things you should NOT do before a massage. In reality, you don't have to do much of anything in a deep tissue massage (except maybe breathe!)—but that “not-doing” also extends to the hours leading up to the massage.