Don't forget to breathe

Envision that the moment you've been waiting for all month has finally arrived. You climb onto the heated massage table, settle in, and wait for your therapist to deliver a massage that will surely melt your stress away.. You've already done your part just by walking through that door, and the rest is up to your Massage Therapist. That's the beauty of your time here at The Right Touch. It's all about you and your needs... but is there something more you can do to maximize your experience and benefits? There sure is. Just remember to breathe. Before your therapist even returns to begin the treatment, you can be on your way to a relaxed body and mind by taking a few deep breaths. Most of us use only a fraction of our lung capacity the majority of the time because we are rushing around or under stress. Test it out right now by taking a nice full breath. Breath in through your nose letting the air fill the space in your chest and then all the way down to your belly before breathing it all the way out through your mouth. Feel a difference? After a couple more of those you are sending more oxygen to every cell in the body, releasing more toxins, and balancing both mood and energy. Slowing down your breathing causes the brain to activate the relaxation response. When you add this to a massage that is already boosting circulation, improving mood, and promoting relaxation you're left with a peace and calm that readies you for whatever the rest of the day may bring. So, next time you find yourself on the massage table give it a try. Take three slow deep breaths to begin the treatment and initiate your own state of bliss. Another deep breath as your therapist focuses on a particularly tight area can make a big difference in your comfort and the physical release of the tension. Use this technique when you're stressed out in traffic or before a big meeting and you just might feel a little better between massages, too. See you soon, and don't forget to breathe!!