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Notes on posture, recovery, preparation and the things that come up on the table.
June 20, 2019
Sleep: It Is Necessary
Sleep is your friend. No this isn't a trick from Freddy Krueger. Sleep really is your friend. It is the relaxing and restorative time for our bodies from the physically strenuous and stress filled moments we endure in our day. Many things get in the way of actual restful sleep,…
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August 31, 2015
Plantar Fasciitis
Feeling a pain from your heel to the arch of your foot? A common cause for a dull achy pain to a sharp and sometimes movement restrictive pain in this area of your foot is called Plantar Fasciitis. Sounds like more Latin medical terminology. Basically the tissue called fascia…
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August 25, 2015
Health & Wellness Coaching: part 3
Most clients who seek out health and wellness coaching are in the age range of 25-50. This age group is at a prime time to learn about "self". As an adult learner there are key principles which are relevant to building confidence for change. One part is about building up the…
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July 13, 2015
Health & Wellness Coaching: Part 2
We all want a lifestyle that is productive and has the results we want out of our lives. It is up to each individual to make the conscious decision that they have control over these choices for a balanced lifestyle. Challenges arise whether they are physical, emotional,…
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June 16, 2015
Health & Wellness Coaching: Part 1
Many have heard about health and wellness coaching. What is this all about? Sounds “fluffy” and sort of “new-age”. Really it is the exploration about yourself and your lifestyle patterns. Co-creating a lifestyle vision and plan with your coach to a healthier and more positive…
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May 11, 2015
6 Bad Postures That Are Ruining Your Health & How To Correct Them
Postural dysfunction is climbing the ranks of health concerns. It is no longer a matter of “sit up straight” but addressing the daily usage of your body and being consciously aware of the overuse and laziness of our muscles and other structures of the body. Have you heard these…
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April 28, 2015
Prepartum and Postpartum Massage
The glow that mothers have when carrying our future generation is like no other. The care of nutrition, well-being, and the protectiveness of self and child while pregnant are unparalleled. With this great responsibility, these women experience a range of happiness and…
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April 20, 2015
Office Massage
Long hours spent at your desk, slowly sinking into your computer screen, and constantly shifting to get comfortable. Let’s break up your day with a office massage to re-energize and reset the body and brain. Relax tense muscles in the shoulders, neck, back, arms, and hands. And…
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April 14, 2015
Weekend Warriors
This one goes out to the weekend warriors! These are some basics for those that think they can jump up and still go without consequences. The day of activity comes along and you want to just dive in like you did when you were a kid. Well think again! Be smart and take the time…
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April 3, 2015
Massage Preparedness pt.3: The Appointment
You’ve got some referrals, seen reviews and have chosen a massage therapist or establishment you want to visit. Scheduling an appointment is as easy as giving a call or sending an email. As you are setting up your appointment you can choose your date, time, massage modality,…
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March 27, 2015
Massage Preparedness pt.2 : Basic Modalities
Modalities, a fancy word for methods. Massage therapy has over time changed and molded into different modalities/methods. Here I just want to go over in a nut shell some of the basic massage modalities which are seen at spas and practiced by most independent massage therapists.…
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March 24, 2015
Massage Preparedness
Are you prepared for your massage? Everyone has expectations or even hesitations about massage. Massage therapists want to help you achieve those goals within their scope of practice and clear up any misconceptions about massage therapy. Massage therapists and clients can…
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March 13, 2015
Frequency of Massage
Once you have found the one… massage therapist that is. To help with the aches, pains, and stress of your day, the question most asked, “How often should I get a massage?” Overall, you know how your body feels. Here’s something that I have told clients for a long time now;…
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March 13, 2015
The Aloha Blog
Aloha, Today I embark on the journey of blogging. The main objective of these blogs will be to inform and explore the realms of Massage related topics, Health and Wellness and other interesting topics. Photo by tara
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