Tag 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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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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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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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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Many different flavors of joy

Posted on December 3, 2011 by

Being present and allowing it to unfold as it will brings it. Letting it go instead of clinging to it invites it back. Letting it be a delightful part of the unfolding mystery of being alive deepens it. May your day hold many moments of joy, and may you savor each one fully and let it go. Continue reading →

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Book recommendation: Listen to Your Pain

Posted on November 18, 2011 by

Most of the injuries I’ve had have come from things like falls, bike wrecks, dance, yoga, running, pulling the lawnmower cord, a car wreck, and so on. It would have been helpful to me to be able to learn more about what was happening under my skin. Continue reading →

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Student massages at TLC

Posted on November 17, 2011 by

Ninety percent of doctor visits are stress-related. Imagine what getting a regular massage could do for your health and well-being. Now you can schedule a student massage with me. Continue reading →

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10 things I love about massage

Posted on November 5, 2011 by

1. Almost everyone loves massage and bodywork. It feels good and is nourishing to the body, mind, heart, and spirit. Continue reading →

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