Category Archives: massage

Science discovers how massage affects cells after exercise

Posted on February 9, 2012 by

Massage applied to muscles after vigorous exercise reduces inflammation and promotes growth of energy-producing units (mitochondria) in muscle cells. Continue reading →

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I’ve touched 100 naked people

Posted on January 29, 2012 by

There are certain strokes that tend to get sighs of relief or moans of pleasure. Massage improves circulation, breath, brainwaves, mood, compassion, immune system, energy flow, digestion, posture, alignment, balance, movement, and presence. Continue reading →

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How yoga is connected to Rolfing

Posted on January 23, 2012 by

Going forward, I think we will see these [yoga, Pilates, bodywork] unite into a very powerful combination of manual therapy and movement, where everybody is speaking one language. Continue reading →

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The power of asking questions

Posted on January 11, 2012 by

The upshot is that questions are very, very powerful tools. If you know what you want but aren’t getting the results you want, ask questions. Continue reading →

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Now offering bodywork & changework

Posted on January 2, 2012 by

While I complete my internship in massage school, there is no charge for massage/bodywork, and you may pay what you wish for changework. After I receive my massage license in February, sessions will be $108 for two hours. Continue reading →

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Looking back on a year full of changes

Posted on December 31, 2011 by

So that wraps up 2011, a year of big changes. I don’t do resolutions, but I check in with my intentions, many of which I’ve shared here. Wishing you all many blessings in 2012. Continue reading →

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Cadaver video showing the importance of stretching, massage, and yoga

Posted on December 28, 2011 by

Warning: This video may be gruesome to some viewers. It features a cadaver. If you think that it will upset you, then don’t watch it. Why am I featuring it here? It shows why you need to move your body … Continue reading →

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Astrology for the coming year

Posted on December 23, 2011 by

I have a strong hunch that 2012 is going to be about blending heaven and earth. Continue reading →

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Massage tools make great gifts!

Posted on December 11, 2011 by

Here are a few massage tools I recommend that your loved ones may appreciate as gifts during this season of giving. Continue reading →

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Massage school classwork over; internship starting

Posted on December 6, 2011 by

I’ve been in the fastest-paced program available, called “the intensive”. My class started on June 27, 2011, and has now completed 450 hours of training. My 50-hour internship in the school’s student clinic starts on Thursday. Continue reading →

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