Monday, October 25, 2010
Senior's Club @ Massage with Style
Are you 60 or older? Need a massage or reflexology session once in awhile? Join the Seniors Club at, Massage with Style. see Liz @ Massage with Style for more Information.
Manual Ligament Therapy
Morning all! Been learning a new Therapy called, "MANUAL LIGAMENT THERAPY" This Week we just learned a bunch of new stuff for the shoulder and upper back!
Rotator Cuff Series is about to begin! Call me now to make your appt for
this week!!!
Rotator Cuff Series is about to begin! Call me now to make your appt for
this week!!!
Monday, October 18, 2010
Four Reasons to Get a Massage
Any therapist who’s had the pleasure of watching a client’s health and vitality improve through regular massage sessions would love to have everyone understand the benefits available to them from bodywork. Here are a few key points that should help you appreciate how regular massage can help you have a healthier life:
• Massage helps to support your health— When you really take time to evaluate what’s important in your life, it’s a good bet you’ll place your health near the top of the list. After all, what will you be able to do without it? Let’s start with the fact that a full-body massage contributes to the proper function of your entire body.
In attempting to remain healthy, your body’s systems are performing functions constantly. The pressure and motion of the massage strokes assist in virtually all aspects of these functions. For instance, the nutrients that provide sustenance to the trillions of cells throughout your body—as well as the outgoing cellular waste—can be processed more efficiently with the aid of massage.
Getting a clear understanding of this concept should help you to see how other massage benefits are accomplished.
• Massage reduces stress—This one fact should inspire everyone to get massage regularly. Imagine your life with less stress! Considering stress is responsible for most illness (not to mention those tense muscles), alleviating stress from your life can make a major difference in every aspect of your health and attitude.
• Massage addresses the source of the problems—One of the tenets of complementary healthcare is that, given the proper tools, your body will heal itself. Just think of how many of life’s complaints are caused by an imbalance in your body—and massage helps to restore that state of balance.
How do we know massage actually assists in this re-balancing act? Some of the outcomes measured during massage studies—changes in hormone levels, blood pressure, etc.—are of various functions your body regulates. When these studies show an improvement in these levels, it offers measurable proof of the positive changes available through massage. Most would agree it’s preferable when you can employ natural means (like massage) to help your body correct these functions.
• A massage makes you feel better— It’s great to know more about how massage contributes to improved health. After all, we all want to be as healthy as possible. But there’s something special about taking an hour or so out of your busy life just to feel relaxed and rejuvenated. Anyone who remembers how they felt at the end of a good massage session will tell you it’s another great reason for making massage a regular part of your life.
While you decide what important steps you’ll make this year to improve your life, be sure to make your massages a part of your plan!
• Massage helps to support your health— When you really take time to evaluate what’s important in your life, it’s a good bet you’ll place your health near the top of the list. After all, what will you be able to do without it? Let’s start with the fact that a full-body massage contributes to the proper function of your entire body.
In attempting to remain healthy, your body’s systems are performing functions constantly. The pressure and motion of the massage strokes assist in virtually all aspects of these functions. For instance, the nutrients that provide sustenance to the trillions of cells throughout your body—as well as the outgoing cellular waste—can be processed more efficiently with the aid of massage.
Getting a clear understanding of this concept should help you to see how other massage benefits are accomplished.
• Massage reduces stress—This one fact should inspire everyone to get massage regularly. Imagine your life with less stress! Considering stress is responsible for most illness (not to mention those tense muscles), alleviating stress from your life can make a major difference in every aspect of your health and attitude.
• Massage addresses the source of the problems—One of the tenets of complementary healthcare is that, given the proper tools, your body will heal itself. Just think of how many of life’s complaints are caused by an imbalance in your body—and massage helps to restore that state of balance.
How do we know massage actually assists in this re-balancing act? Some of the outcomes measured during massage studies—changes in hormone levels, blood pressure, etc.—are of various functions your body regulates. When these studies show an improvement in these levels, it offers measurable proof of the positive changes available through massage. Most would agree it’s preferable when you can employ natural means (like massage) to help your body correct these functions.
• A massage makes you feel better— It’s great to know more about how massage contributes to improved health. After all, we all want to be as healthy as possible. But there’s something special about taking an hour or so out of your busy life just to feel relaxed and rejuvenated. Anyone who remembers how they felt at the end of a good massage session will tell you it’s another great reason for making massage a regular part of your life.
While you decide what important steps you’ll make this year to improve your life, be sure to make your massages a part of your plan!
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
Depressed? Take Action!
“Doing even a little something to make yourself happy could bring you the real thing, say psychologists at Wake Forest University in North Carolina. They asked 50 students to record their moods during various activities. Almost any kind of outgoing behavior— talking to someone attractive or even just singing aloud—acted as an instant antidepressant. ‘Every single participant in the study was happier when he or she acted extroverted than when he or she acted introverted,’ Will Fleeson tells ABC.net. In social situations, talking more and behaving assertively made subjects happy. ‘But you can do things by yourself that work just as well,’ says Fleeson. ‘Things like going hiking, climbing a mountain, whitewater rafting.’ Too often, people think of happiness as something outside themselves. But ‘to some extent, we have control over our personalities.’ ” —The Week; Vol 3; Issue 96
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
GET SOMBRA, BIOFREEZE AND NUUN @ MASSAGE WITH STYLE
Available at Massage with Style
Nuun, Sombra and BioFreeze
The next time your in for a massage, think about what you need to help you out between those visits for Bodywork or Massage. Now, at Massage with Style you can pickup either Sombra or Biofreeze products. Both available to purchase to be used between those sessions. Not sure which one to use, try both! While Sombra is perfect for those sore muscles, Biofreeze is great to use on the sore joints.
Also, new at Massage with Style, is Nuun... You ask,'What is Nuun?' Nuun is in real words? Imagine being out on a long run or ride, or being in the gym. Rather than settle for water or buy a sugary drink from a convenience store, you just fill up your water bottle and drop in a couple of nuun tabs. by the time you’ve tied your laces or put on your pack, you’ve got a complex electrolyte drink that recharges your salts, but is refreshing and more efficiently absorbed than water alone or most sports drinks on the market.
Who uses nuun?
Cyclists, Triathletes,Runners, hikers, yoga-bods, travelers, adventure racers, kids, rowers, motorcyclists, people at work,people who hang off tall building for a living and anyone else 'doing stuff' while trying to stay properly hydrated. nuun is a complex hydration system that’s easy to use, but the real step forward is that it’s portable, which means you now have a solution wherever you are; in the gym, hiking, adventure racing, running, kayaking, long rides, traveling and even expeditions.
Want to try a sample, stop by and just ask.
To read more about Nuun, check out their website at http://www.nuun.com.
Also, to find who is a dealer of Nuun in the Clark County area use the following url: http://www.nuun.com/shop/findnuun.php
You will find Massage with Style at the top of the list for 98671.
REMEMBER! As a Massage Therapist I'm here to help YOU!
Nuun, Sombra and BioFreeze
The next time your in for a massage, think about what you need to help you out between those visits for Bodywork or Massage. Now, at Massage with Style you can pickup either Sombra or Biofreeze products. Both available to purchase to be used between those sessions. Not sure which one to use, try both! While Sombra is perfect for those sore muscles, Biofreeze is great to use on the sore joints.
Also, new at Massage with Style, is Nuun... You ask,'What is Nuun?' Nuun is in real words? Imagine being out on a long run or ride, or being in the gym. Rather than settle for water or buy a sugary drink from a convenience store, you just fill up your water bottle and drop in a couple of nuun tabs. by the time you’ve tied your laces or put on your pack, you’ve got a complex electrolyte drink that recharges your salts, but is refreshing and more efficiently absorbed than water alone or most sports drinks on the market.
Who uses nuun?
Cyclists, Triathletes,Runners, hikers, yoga-bods, travelers, adventure racers, kids, rowers, motorcyclists, people at work,people who hang off tall building for a living and anyone else 'doing stuff' while trying to stay properly hydrated. nuun is a complex hydration system that’s easy to use, but the real step forward is that it’s portable, which means you now have a solution wherever you are; in the gym, hiking, adventure racing, running, kayaking, long rides, traveling and even expeditions.
Want to try a sample, stop by and just ask.
To read more about Nuun, check out their website at http://www.nuun.com.
Also, to find who is a dealer of Nuun in the Clark County area use the following url: http://www.nuun.com/shop/findnuun.php
You will find Massage with Style at the top of the list for 98671.
REMEMBER! As a Massage Therapist I'm here to help YOU!
Monday, October 4, 2010
UP COMING CLASSES through East County Community Education
Foot Reflexology
Register with partner. Fee is $10.00 per person.
Relieve tension and stress throughout your body by using foot reflexology. Reflexology helps with headaches, sinus problems, low back trouble, and much more. Bring a pillow, lotion, and wear loose fitting clothes.
Monday
Nov. 1 Code: 1021-10
6:00-8:00 PM Fee: $10.00
1700 Main Street, Washougal - Conference Rm.
Elizabeth Stiles, Instructor
Indian Head Massage
Register with a partner. Fee is $10.00 per person.
This massage is done sitting up. It is a good massage for those who work with a computer or in an office. Also, a very good massage for those who suffer from headaches. A very relaxing, tension relieving basic massage of upper back, neck and head. Information on the history and benefits of this type of massage included.
Monday
Oct. 18 Code: 1020-10
6:30-8:00 PM Fee: $$10.00
1700 Main Street, Washougal - Conference Rm.
Elizabeth Stiles, Instructor
Kathy Douglas
Community Education Technician
Washougal School District
P.O. Box 559
Washougal WA 98671
360-954-3839
kathy.douglas@washougal.k12.wa.us
Register with partner. Fee is $10.00 per person.
Relieve tension and stress throughout your body by using foot reflexology. Reflexology helps with headaches, sinus problems, low back trouble, and much more. Bring a pillow, lotion, and wear loose fitting clothes.
Monday
Nov. 1 Code: 1021-10
6:00-8:00 PM Fee: $10.00
1700 Main Street, Washougal - Conference Rm.
Elizabeth Stiles, Instructor
Indian Head Massage
Register with a partner. Fee is $10.00 per person.
This massage is done sitting up. It is a good massage for those who work with a computer or in an office. Also, a very good massage for those who suffer from headaches. A very relaxing, tension relieving basic massage of upper back, neck and head. Information on the history and benefits of this type of massage included.
Monday
Oct. 18 Code: 1020-10
6:30-8:00 PM Fee: $$10.00
1700 Main Street, Washougal - Conference Rm.
Elizabeth Stiles, Instructor
Kathy Douglas
Community Education Technician
Washougal School District
P.O. Box 559
Washougal WA 98671
360-954-3839
kathy.douglas@washougal.k12.wa.us
Saturday, October 2, 2010
Leaf Behind the Suffering
(by Karen Springen in Newsweek)
“A football injury makes a better story, but raking leaves could be the sport that sidelines you this fall. To avoid injuries, follow these tips from the National Athletic Trainers’ Association. Dress in layers that you can shed as you work up a sweat, with gloves to prevent blisters... If your back has been injured before, wear a simple brace (available for about $20; ask the pharmacist for fitting details). Stretch your shoulders before you hit the yard, drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration and start slow. Rake strokes that are short and steady are the best, so that you don’t overextend yourself and pull a muscle. Don’t overstuff trash bags, either. Move the bags around in a wheelbarrow —and if you get tired, recruit the kids to lend a hand. But make sure you bend your knees and lift with your legs, not your back, while you load the bags in. Because ‘repetitive activity creates soreness,’ says Marjorie Albohm, a certified athletic trainer, cap off your raking with a warm bath or shower. It’ll help reduce sore muscles...”
Then schedule your next massage!
“A football injury makes a better story, but raking leaves could be the sport that sidelines you this fall. To avoid injuries, follow these tips from the National Athletic Trainers’ Association. Dress in layers that you can shed as you work up a sweat, with gloves to prevent blisters... If your back has been injured before, wear a simple brace (available for about $20; ask the pharmacist for fitting details). Stretch your shoulders before you hit the yard, drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration and start slow. Rake strokes that are short and steady are the best, so that you don’t overextend yourself and pull a muscle. Don’t overstuff trash bags, either. Move the bags around in a wheelbarrow —and if you get tired, recruit the kids to lend a hand. But make sure you bend your knees and lift with your legs, not your back, while you load the bags in. Because ‘repetitive activity creates soreness,’ says Marjorie Albohm, a certified athletic trainer, cap off your raking with a warm bath or shower. It’ll help reduce sore muscles...”
Then schedule your next massage!
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