"Massage can nearly always improve mental health and attitude, and performance at all levels. Typically a massage will stretch and loosen muscles and connective tissue, improving blood flow throughout the body to help the body remove metabolic waste and infuse the cells and tissues with oxygen and nutrients.Massage also works to simulate the sensory receptors in skin and muscles, which bring attention to areas that have been "cut off" by chronic tension. Massage is known to release endorphins created by the body to reduce pain. Massage helps to unblock and balance the flow of life energy through the human system (known in various cultures as life force, c'hi, prana, ki, kundalini, hara).
Mental, Emotional & Physical Benefits of Massage
Enhanced performance for athletes, musicians and dancers
Improved blood and lymph circulation
Headache and eye strain relief
Improved injury recover; pulls, sprains, strains and swelling
Deep relaxation
Release of muscle tension, soreness and stiffness
Deeper, easier breathing
Lower blood pressure
Improved joint flexibility and range of motion
Reduced muscle spasms
Skin nourishment and vitality
Strengthened immune system
Improved spinal alignment and movement efficiency
Improved mental outlook
Improved alertness
Feeling of nurturing and caring for yourself
Sense of well-being
Anxiety reduction
Experience the mind-body connection
Reduced stress"
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