Is it not better to prevent yourself from getting to a point where it hurts to get out of bed in the morning from all the aches and pains by having a regular “tune-up” massage? For some people this will be weekly and for others this may be monthly. Your goal should be wellness! Living a life of wellness improves health, energy and wellbeing, whilst reducing the risk of developing chronic disease. Wellness promotes positive health, and positive health promotes a healthy mind, body and spirit.
When was the last time you took time out to relax? Taking regular time out to relax is also vital for wellness. Relaxation activities, such as massage, yoga, meditation or simply taking time out to read a book or take a bath, will increase the levels of chemicals in your brain that make you feel happy.
As we all know a good soak in a hot bath is relaxing for the body and mind. Did you know that if you add a cup of Epsom Salts to the water after a massage, you will be helping to flush out toxins which have been released from tight muscles by your treatment?
Epsom Salts are rich in Magnesium, which is essential for organising many bodily functions, like muscle control and elimination of harmful toxins. When you soak in a bath with Epsom Salts, your body absorbs the Magnesium, which relieves muscle pain and cramps. This prevents post massage soreness. By relaxing in a bath with a cup of Epsom Salts, you will be getting the most benefit from your massage. Epsom Salts are available from Energy Massage and Beauty (300gm $3.00)
Healthy Living Tips - Other ideas to improve your wellbeing include:
Adding nuts, seeds and healthy oils to your diet: Healthy fats are encouraged through the consumption of healthy oils, nuts and seeds. Limit cooking and salad oils to 2 tablespoons, and nuts and seeds to a small handful or ¼ cup daily.
Drink a minimum of eight glasses of pure water every day: Use natural flavourings such as fresh lemon, lime and mint in water instead of soft drinks and cordials. Reduce excessive consumption of caffeinated beverages to 1-2 per day.
Enjoy a “freedom” meal: A “wellness program” is a life-long diet and lifestyle program. Allow yourself one or two meals a week to eat whatever you want and then go straight back to healthy eating.
Your goal of wellness can be achieved by combining a healthy diet with regular exercise, relaxation, fun and key nutritional supplementation. If you would like to improve your energy, health and wellbeing please come in and see us today. Our aim is your wellbeing, improvement and self understanding.
