Healthy Habits to Complement Your Massage Therapy
Amplify and extend those results!
There's nothing quite like the feeling, after a rejuvenating massage therapy session. Your muscles are relaxed, your mind is clear, and you feel a deep sense of peace and well-being.
BUT! This blissful state doesn't have to end when you leave the massage table. You can amplify and extend the results by adopting healthier habits that complement your massage therapy, ensuring you get the most out of each session and maintain your overall wellness.
What Happens Inside vs. Outside Massage Therapy
During a massage, your body experiences numerous positive changes: For example- increased circulation, reduced muscle tension, and the release of endorphins. However, the benefits of massage don’t stop when the session ends. The real magic happens when you incorporate supportive habits into your daily routine.
Why? Maintenance between sessions is essential to keep the momentum going. It's about continuing the work your therapist has started, ensuring that your body remains in a state of balance and relaxation.
Top 5 Healthy Habits to Complement Your Massage Therapy
Stay Hydrated: Water is essential for nearly every bodily function, including the flushing out of toxins that are released during a massage. As well as the skin glow and support of digestion, tt will really help reduce muscle soreness and stiffness.
Regular Stretching: Stretching helps to maintain flexibility, improve posture, and increase blood flow to the muscles. Why not start a daily stretching routine in the morning instead of going straight on your phone? It will definitely help prevent muscle tightness, especially those major muscle groups where your therapist worked on!
Balanced Nutrition: Proper nutrition provides your body with the essential nutrients needed for muscle repair and overall health (We talked about this in my ‘Meal Prepping’ blog). When eating a diet rich in whole foods, lean proteins, healthy fats, and plenty of fruits and vegetables, it will enhance your energy levels and support your body’s natural healing processes.
Get that sleep - please! Sleep is everything- as you probably already now. From muscle recovery to hormone regulation, ensuring you get 7-9 hours of quality sleep each night allows your body to repair and regenerate. Imagine the relaxing effects of a massage, with no effort and complete relaxation - it’s called ‘sleep’!
Mindful Movement. Why not try activities like yoga, Tai Chi, or even mindful walking? These are important for promoting body awareness and stress reduction. When you encourage a deep connection between mind and body, you can really indulge into that sense of relaxation, the same that’s achieved during a massage session. Staying grounded and stress-free is a win win.
The Mindset Needed
Lastly, as always, embrace a positive mindset. Your outlook plays a significant role in how your body responds to massage therapy.
I want you to focus on three things for the hour, day or week after reading this.
Gratitude. Intention. Peace.
Remind yourself that you deserve to feel good and that these healthy habits are things you deserve, whether or not in between massage sessions.
Cheers,
Nina
