Whether you get a massage at an exclusive spa, at a gym, at your chiropractor’s office, or in your own home, take charge of the experience. Get the relaxation process started in advance by taking a warm
bath or shower to loosen up your muscles. Try to schedule the session so you don’t have to rush directly from work to the massage (all stressed out) or jump back into things immediately afterward. Leave
some time to wind down beforehand and enjoy the great feeling of relaxation when the massage is finished.
Begin your session by telling the therapist exactly what’s bothering you, which kinds of massage techniques you like, and which you don’t like. If you don’t know, ask questions; find out what he or she intends
to do and why, and clearly state what sounds good to you. Once the massage begins, focus on relaxing completely. Let your mind drift into a dreamlike state. Some therapists are like your friendly neighborhood bartender, willing to chat with you and listen to anything you want to say. If you find that enjoyable, chat away.
But don’t feel you have to. If you’d rather remain silent (or even fall asleep), do it. If possible, give your therapist some feedback during the massage. Let him or her know what hurts, what feels good, where
you’d like more or less massage, and so on.
Once your massage is finished, take it easy. Lie on the table for a few minutes before jumping up and getting dressed. If you can, lounge around for a while before returning to the “real world.” If you happen to be getting your massage at a spa, stay for a while to enjoy the amenities (e.g., Jacuzzi, pool, sunroom, and so on).
Also, be sure to drink plenty of water after your massage to help your body flush out toxins. Massage stimulates the circulation of lymph, the body’s waste material and drinking lots of water will help
wash these wastes away more quickly.
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bath or shower to loosen up your muscles. Try to schedule the session so you don’t have to rush directly from work to the massage (all stressed out) or jump back into things immediately afterward. Leave
some time to wind down beforehand and enjoy the great feeling of relaxation when the massage is finished.
Begin your session by telling the therapist exactly what’s bothering you, which kinds of massage techniques you like, and which you don’t like. If you don’t know, ask questions; find out what he or she intends
to do and why, and clearly state what sounds good to you. Once the massage begins, focus on relaxing completely. Let your mind drift into a dreamlike state. Some therapists are like your friendly neighborhood bartender, willing to chat with you and listen to anything you want to say. If you find that enjoyable, chat away.
But don’t feel you have to. If you’d rather remain silent (or even fall asleep), do it. If possible, give your therapist some feedback during the massage. Let him or her know what hurts, what feels good, where
you’d like more or less massage, and so on.
Once your massage is finished, take it easy. Lie on the table for a few minutes before jumping up and getting dressed. If you can, lounge around for a while before returning to the “real world.” If you happen to be getting your massage at a spa, stay for a while to enjoy the amenities (e.g., Jacuzzi, pool, sunroom, and so on).
Also, be sure to drink plenty of water after your massage to help your body flush out toxins. Massage stimulates the circulation of lymph, the body’s waste material and drinking lots of water will help
wash these wastes away more quickly.
See also:
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