Not sure what to get the woman in your life for Mother's Day? Give the gift of relaxation. In co-operation with Mario and Luigi's Restaurant, buy a gift certificate for a fabulous meal and an afternoon of relaxation.
Call us at 814-237-5220 or drop by Mario and Luigi's, one stop for two great gifts!
All gift certificates for this special MUST be purchased by Monday May 12, 2008.
Swedish Massage
As massage becomes more and more mainstream, (it’s even on Seinfeld and Friends!), new techniques are popping up all the time. Swedish massage however, dates back to the 1700’s when fencing master Per Henrik Ling developed it as a system of stretching and relaxation.
Many of us have had the misconception that Swedish massage is a luxury and that we should only indulge on special occasions or only those fortunate enough to have wealth and time for pampering deserve Swedish Massage on a regular basis. In reality just the opposite is true.
While Swedish massage certainly is relaxing, it is also incredibly beneficial to our mind, body and spirit. In this increasingly stressful world our bodies have little outlet to purge toxins stored in our muscles and soft tissues as a result of stress, pollutants in our food and environment, or sporadic exercise (the weekend warrior) to name a few.
Swedish massage in particular focuses on kneading the toxins out of our muscles, increasing our circulation, stretching and broadening our muscles and soft tissues while at the same time lowering respiration and blood pressure and supporting our immune system. Massage also gives us a greater sense of well being.
Swedish massage can help keep us well and that’s nothing to sneeze at! So next time that guilty little voice tells you “you don’t deserve a massage” remember that Swedish massage isn’t a luxury, it is taking care of yourself so that you are better equipped to face the world and take care of those you love.
