People have been performing massage therapy since before 3000 BCE. Historical evidence points to massage therapy originating in India as a form of sacred natural healing, and it has since evolved over the ages. Now there are many different styles with different benefits (over 13 different popular styles in the US alone!) The many different […]
Six Reasons to Get a Micro Current Facial
Many of us want to have toned, youthful skin without going under the knife. Enter: the micro current facial. This innovative treatment is described by many as ‘a workout for your face’ with instant results! But how does a micro current facial work and is it safe? Read on for 6 reasons why you should […]
Stretches to Reduce Body Tension and Stop Tension Headaches
Just a few minutes a day can make all the difference. Let’s face it: almost all of us put a ton of stress on our bodies. Between sitting at a desk all day, squeezing in a workout class and many of the other activities and chores we complete on an everyday basis, our muscles and […]
The Benefits of Spending Time in an Infrared Sauna
If you’ve been to a spa or to a fancy gym, you’ll have likely spent some time in a sauna. The dry heat is a great way to relax and unwind after a tough workout, or if you just need to get some warmth into your muscles, sweat, and “chill out” as it were. But […]
The Benefits of Taking a Stretching Class
Stretch time: sadly, it’s often the activity we skip out on the most, whether it’s the cooldown after class, or all together. Guilty? Yeah, us too. After an intense, sweat-inducing class, dipping out for a 5-minute head start can be majorly tempting! While stretching may not be the most exciting activity on the menu when […]
What’s the Deal with Acupressure Jewelry? Here’s What You Need to Know
If the thought of acupuncture makes you think of dozens of tiny needles sticking out of your skin and causes you to break out in a worried sweat — we have good news. First, acupuncture isn’t painful. It’s tremendously relaxing. Second, if the needles are really the—erm—sticking point for you, there’s a way to reap some […]