Massage is a traditional way to reduce psychological and physical stress. Various kinds of massages have been used for several years to overcome pain, anxiety, and stress. Research shows that massage therapy is an effective way to treat these conditions when used alone or combined with medicines. Here we are going to discuss deep tissue massage technique that treats musculoskeletal issues. This technique involves slow sustained pressure and deep strokes that target the inner layers of connective tissues and muscles. It minimizes muscle tension and increases blood flow that promotes fast healing. How Deep Tissue Massage is different from Swedish Massage? Deep tissue massage is good for people who have chronic muscle problems like injury or soreness. It uses more pressure to relieve tight muscles, pain, and anxiety. During deep tissue massage sessions, the therapist uses deep finger pressure and slow strokes, which help in relieving tension from muscles. The session takes 60-90 minutes. A Swedish massage is a good option for those who have never tried any type of […] Continue reading
Sleep Quality
If you are prepared to make a few changes to your lifestyle it can help you live a lot longer. There was a recent study conducted that pointed out four bad habits detrimental to a healthy lifestyle. These included drinking too much alcohol, smoking, lack of exercise, and not eating nutritious food. This can hustle you into your grave early and can age you by as many as 12 years. Luckily it is possible to correct the behavior. Adopt these habits into your life to maintain your body looking great and enjoy a healthy lifestyle. 1. Never overeat: If your target in life is to live 100 years, it is a good idea to leave some food on the plate. People who have studied longevity around the world found out that Japanese people break eating when they are around 80% full. This fact was confirmed later in research in the U.S. Eating less means you are going to age slower. Limited calories lower the production of T3 that is a […] Continue reading
You’ve probably seen a lot of people walking barefoot on the street and wondered what is the actual reason why they’re doing this. Surprisingly or not, they’re part of a bigger community, all of them doing this for its benefits on their health! Called “earthing” or “grounding”, walking barefoot has numerous benefits, but they are often overlooked by mainstream society, who actually promotes the importance of wearing shoes all the time. Dr. Mercola claims that walking with nothing on your feet and touching directly the soil allows your body to absorb a number of negative electrons through the Earth. This plays an important role in stabilizing daily cortisol rhythm, but also creates a balanced internal bioelectrical environment. Barefoot walking fans also say that this is a simple effort, which has way more benefits than one could actually think. Let’s go through a few of the most important and then decide if there’s actually worth it giving up shoes, at least from time to time. It reduces pain and inflammation According […] Continue reading
Apparently massage can improve sleep quality! There’s nothing quite like getting a massage. It can relax you, relieve stress, and ease aches and pains. Often, people fall asleep right during the session and wake up feeling refreshed and more relaxed than ever. However, did you know getting regular sessions could actually improve the quality of sleep you get all the time? The power of touch can heal your body from physical injuries or just the general wear and tear of daily life. It can improve circulation throughout the body and ease conditions like arthritis. It can improve flexibility and make you feel generally better. While it’s not a cure-all, it could definitely reduce the symptoms of some illnesses and allow those with sports injuries to get back to their normal lives. When you’re stressed out, it has a negative impact on your overall health. Your muscles tense up, you stoop over, you look and feel tired. But when you get a massage, your entire body relaxes. You let go of all the […] Continue reading