Breath work and deep breathing exercises help calm the body and mind, aid in meditation, and complement body building practices.
It can also improve your massage experience! When you first get on the table for your massage, take a few deep, centering breaths to foster deeper relaxation and bring your attention into your body.
As your therapist works and finds tender areas, take deeper breaths and slowly release as she increases her pressure. This will aid the muscles in releasing their tension.
Monday, August 8, 2011
Thursday, July 14, 2011
kristina's corner
After month's of threatening, I finally booked my appointment with Rob for a Past-Life Regression session. I found the experience intriguing and would be happy to answer any questions about it.
After the session, we discussed how part of the process involves opening yourself to a lesson or message from Spirit that has some bearing on your life.
"My spirits," I said, "laugh at me a lot.... Oh, and they like dancing."
I thought this sounded silly, but Rob didn't miss a beat. He shared how he has learned that part of our so-called "mission on Earth" is to have fun. To enjoy the corporeal. To not take ourselves too seriously.
This feels to me like truth.
I came home that night, put on the radio, and danced around the living room. Much to the amusement of my husband. I had lost touch with how much fun it was to just goof off.
So, your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to go find something silly to enjoy!
(And, if you're brave, post it here in a comment, on my Facebook page, or e-mail it to me and I might add it as a guest spot on the newsletter.)
After the session, we discussed how part of the process involves opening yourself to a lesson or message from Spirit that has some bearing on your life.
"My spirits," I said, "laugh at me a lot.... Oh, and they like dancing."
I thought this sounded silly, but Rob didn't miss a beat. He shared how he has learned that part of our so-called "mission on Earth" is to have fun. To enjoy the corporeal. To not take ourselves too seriously.
This feels to me like truth.
I came home that night, put on the radio, and danced around the living room. Much to the amusement of my husband. I had lost touch with how much fun it was to just goof off.
So, your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to go find something silly to enjoy!
(And, if you're brave, post it here in a comment, on my Facebook page, or e-mail it to me and I might add it as a guest spot on the newsletter.)
news + promos
My massage floor mat has arrived! Floor sessions will be coming soon...
In a floor session, the client wears comfortable clothing and lays on the mat. The therapist works on the client using a variety of techniques including stretching, massage, meridian work, and barefoot massage.
For those who benefit from stretching, working on the floor allows us to accomplish a greater variety of stretches.
Being on the floor also allows the therapist to deliver deep pressure uninvasively. We can get a lot of pressure, but using the foot disperses the pressure over more area.
Looking forward to it!
In a floor session, the client wears comfortable clothing and lays on the mat. The therapist works on the client using a variety of techniques including stretching, massage, meridian work, and barefoot massage.
For those who benefit from stretching, working on the floor allows us to accomplish a greater variety of stretches.
Being on the floor also allows the therapist to deliver deep pressure uninvasively. We can get a lot of pressure, but using the foot disperses the pressure over more area.
Looking forward to it!
quick tip - focus sessions
As a long-time recipient of massage, I know that my body really craves a full-body massage if I haven't had one in a while. As an active person, I have problem areas that need focused attention. Sometimes I feel conflicted as to whether I want less focus on my whole body, or intense focus on one or two areas. What's a girl to do!
One strategy that works for me is setting a rotating schedule. Full-body, upper body focus, lower body focus. Sometimes, I go even more in-depth and rotate between hands/arms/shoulders, neck/shoulders, back/neck, legs/hips/feet, hands/feet.
If you haven't yet had a chance to try a focus session- give it a go! We can choose a strategy based on your problem areas and lifestyle. Give those stressed-zones the extra attention they deserve!
One strategy that works for me is setting a rotating schedule. Full-body, upper body focus, lower body focus. Sometimes, I go even more in-depth and rotate between hands/arms/shoulders, neck/shoulders, back/neck, legs/hips/feet, hands/feet.
If you haven't yet had a chance to try a focus session- give it a go! We can choose a strategy based on your problem areas and lifestyle. Give those stressed-zones the extra attention they deserve!
Sunday, June 5, 2011
kristina's corner
This month, I just want to say "thank you."
You guys make me happy to get up and come to work each day. I love getting to know you and working with you to help you with your wellness goals. It really means a lot to me to have such wonderful clients.
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
You guys make me happy to get up and come to work each day. I love getting to know you and working with you to help you with your wellness goals. It really means a lot to me to have such wonderful clients.
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
news + promos
This month we are offering a two-day special.
In order to better acquaint you with Melody and Margaret, each will be available for one day at a special rate.
Book an hour session for $45 (the half-hour rate), book a 90-minute session for $70 (the hour rate)!
Melody will be available this coming Friday 6/10/11 and Margaret will be available this coming Saturday 6/11/11. Please call 804.714.7932 by close of business Wednesday 6/8/11 to book this deal. (On-line booking not available.)
In order to better acquaint you with Melody and Margaret, each will be available for one day at a special rate.
Book an hour session for $45 (the half-hour rate), book a 90-minute session for $70 (the hour rate)!
Melody will be available this coming Friday 6/10/11 and Margaret will be available this coming Saturday 6/11/11. Please call 804.714.7932 by close of business Wednesday 6/8/11 to book this deal. (On-line booking not available.)
Friday, June 3, 2011
quick tip - why lift with your legs
By now, we've all heard the urging "lift with your legs, not with your back;" but we rarely hear the why behind it.
While in school we learned some spinal stats. The skinny being: An average spinal column can take around 1000 pounds of pressure while it is properly aligned. Get out of alignment (especially twisted) and that number drops to under 100 pounds. All it can take is a quick jerk in the wrong direction and a tiny little package can lay you flat.
While in school we learned some spinal stats. The skinny being: An average spinal column can take around 1000 pounds of pressure while it is properly aligned. Get out of alignment (especially twisted) and that number drops to under 100 pounds. All it can take is a quick jerk in the wrong direction and a tiny little package can lay you flat.
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