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What is stress? What can you do to counter its negative effects. What can I do to help you.? At Island Escape Massage & Spa located in Navarre, Florida I work on many people who come in complaining that they are suffering from too much stress. I want to educate you on how to manage your stress.
We all have stress, it just doesn’t seem that we can avoid it. Some people think that stress is bad but that is not necessarily the case.
Stress is a natural physical response to events that make you feel threatened or upset. Your body’s defenses automatically react in a manner known as the “fight-or-flight” reaction. Your body responds by preparing your body by releasing stress hormones, most notably adrenaline and cortisol. Your body reacts to these chemicals by making your heart beat faster thereby increasing your blood pressure and your breath quickens.. Long-term, this can wear your body down when it is constantly activated.
The relaxation response brings your system back into balance: deepening your breathing, reducing stress hormones, slowing down your heart rate and blood pressure, and relaxing your muscles. What can give you the relaxation response? Most people know deep breathing or exercises such as yoga. Did you know massage can have a definite effect on your stress level?
Massage can alleviate stress by calming your system down and relax muscles that were constricted in response to your stresses.
What else can you do to manage your stress? Try some of these suggestions to see how you feel. Put on some soothing music, Turn off all distractions such as cell phone or tv, Close your eyes; Take deep breaths- breathe in to a count of five, hold for a count of five, and exhale for a count of 5. Do these a few times during the day and see how much better you feel.
Did you ever notice how contagious laugher is? There are now double-blind studies that show how laughter evokes the relaxation response. I just read the other day how some one is starting laughter clubs, wouldn’t that be fun to start one. After your deep breathing session, think of something funny, or just start with a fake -ha ha laugh. You will be surprised at how much better you will feel.
In Navarre, FL give us a call to set an appointment. Allow me to assist you in feeling better soon.
These are the top ten reasons why people have not tried massage therapy for wellness and health. Trust me, I’ve heard them all. And, when you get right down to it, none of these arguments are strong enough to deny yourself the benefits of massage!
1. Some tell me “I NEVER HEARD ABOUT THE MANY BENEFITS OF MASSAGE.” If that’s the case, then go to my Navarre Massage site, there I list a number of benefits of massage, to include many physical, mental and emotional benefits. Massage can reduce chronic pain and relieve tired and aching muscles. But, did you know massage can also improve muscle tone, reduce heart rate, relieve cramps and muscle spasms and calm the nervous system?
2. Many believe that “MASSAGE IS TOO EXPENSIVE.” Well, it all comes down to a matter of personal choice. If you find the right therapist who understands your goals and knows a variety of techniques, how can you not afford to take control of your health and start on a path of wellness?
3. I often hear that people are UNCOMFORTABLE” with taking off clothes for a massage, and that’s absolutely normal. In Florida, therapists are required to drape all private areas and you remain properly draped during your entire session. Each person’s comfort level ranges from bare to fully-clothed. Experienced therapists work to your level of comfort. Don’t be shy … be healthy.
4. Some believe that “MASSAGE HURTS.” That simply is not the case. Everyone has a different pain threshold, and an experienced therapist understands that the client determines the pressure level and type of treatment. Talk to your therapist during the treatment. There are many different modalities in massage. Each modality has specialized strokes and pressure levels, and at Island Escape Massage & Spa I practice a variety of modalities.
5. Some people equate massage with “LUXURY.” True, a massage from an experienced therapist can be absolutely luxurious. But, it’s not just something reserved for the rich and famous at exclusive health spas that cost an arm and a leg. Massage can help anybody’s aching muscles, improve one’s mood, relieve mental stress and provide a general feeling of well-being. With such a profound effect on one’s health, it need not be exclusive to celebrities.
6. Similar to the issue above, some spouses discourage massage as an “INDULGENCE.” I have a great solution for that! Buy your spouse a gift certificate so that he or she can share your benefits?
7. Many people have complained to me that they are “NOT SURE WHERE TO FIND A GOOD THERAPIST.” The American Massage Therapy Association has a therapist locator service that guarantees you’ll find a licensed and trained therapist who is maintains currency by annual continuation training. There are also state associations, for example the Florida State Massage Therapy Association. At Island Escape Massage and Spa, I am an active member of both and maintain current qualifications in each of my massage modalities.
8. Some people believe that massage is “ALL PASSIVE” and that they can enjoy greater health benefits with more active and vigorous activity, such as exercise. I mean, you just lie there, right? Well, not exactly. In fact, massage and exercise are meant to complement each other. Many of my massage techniques involve stretching and isometric resistance. Massage increases your circulation, bringing nutrients and oxygen to your cells which increase your energy level and enhance your exercise sessions..
9. I’ve heard it from many people. Unless you’re a runway model or Olympic athlete, you’ll be “EMBARRASSED” on the massage table. Please, don’t perpetuate that myth! A Navarre massage vacation is for all body shapes & sizes. Whether you are small, medium, large or extra large, when I am working on you I don’t judge. I’m a professional, and I am trained to let your body tell me what is happening at a deeper level.
10. Oh, but I don’t have the “TIME.” After reading this far, and learning about the many reasons why you should get that massage, what are you waiting for! Make the time to do something genuinely good for yourself and your health. No one is more important. And remember . . . YOU DESERVE TO BE KNEADED
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