Six Benefits of Massage

February 23rd, 2010 BY nparkington | No Comments

With so much on our minds and endless distractions, massage is a wonderful no fuss eco-friendly way to de-stress and relax. There are plenty of physical and mental benefits you can get from regular massage — all summed up in 6 benefits below. All the more reason to make that appointment. Shop around for the masseuse who’s right for you — often if you buy multiple massages with him or her upfront you will save. Check with your health insurance provider too, as massages may be covered within your plan if you have a condition that may improve from regular massages.

1. IMPROVES POSTURE & CIRCULATION

- Your posture can naturally improve as the spine and muscles around the spine become more flexible from massage.

- Improved blood and lymph circulation help your body gain strength and increases energy as well as promoting the natural healing process.

2. INCREASES & PROMOTES JOINT FLEXIBILITY

- Massage helps to relieve tension and encourages flexibility of the joints

3. ENHANCES SKIN TONE & SKIN HEALTH

- If using high-quality oils and creams, skin cells can be revitalized, moisturized, and replenished with massage.

4. PROMOTES DEEPER BREATHING & INCREASES PEACE OF MIND

- Deep breathing is key to ensuring that oxygen circulates well throughout your body, and encourages healing and growth in the process. With less oxygen circulation you can get headaches, tension aches, and random muscle pain. If you improve your oxygen intake, you will naturally promote the release of toxins within the body.

- With that improved state, you will feel relaxed and aware therefore hopefully achieving peace of mind, however you define it.

5. ENHANCES A CALM MIND & REDUCES ANXIETY

- Massage can encourage a calmer state of mind, opening up more creativity and mental organization, by relaxing the entire body.

- A massage can significantly reduce anxiety that is often stored in certain areas of your body (i.e. lower back, shoulders, neck, abdomen) by relieving tension.

6. INCREASES SELF-AWARENESS & PROMOTES MENTAL ALERTNESS

- We often lose track of the mind-body connection and get lost in our thoughts and busy routines. Massage helps wake us up to achieve a more centered feeling… or just feel good overall.

- Similar to relaxing your body, your mind will also relax, therefore opening up to increased awareness which can really help you solve problems and make decisions.

Relax and enjoy!

(Source: Health & Wellness Associated Content)

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