5 Signs You Need a Massage

5 Signs You Need a Massage

May 3, 2022 | Bodywork, Massage, Pilates

by Caitlin Couture, LMT and Heidi Weiss, MPH Movement and massage are powerful forms of stress-relief, and can assist with both physical and mental release. But how do you know when to use movement as a form of release and when to use manual therapies like massage?...
Balancing the Nervous System

Balancing the Nervous System

Apr 1, 2022 | Massage, Uncategorized

Guest Post by Iona Rainbow River, LMT In these trying times, many of us often function in a chronic state of stress, which a state of low-grade  “fight/flight/freeze” response, or the autonomic nervous system’s sympathetic response. It’s a useful,...
What to Expect During Your Massage

What to Expect During Your Massage

Mar 15, 2022 | Massage

Guest Post by Caitlin Couture, LMT For some, not getting a massage was the thing you missed during the pandemic – but you have no idea when or how to plunge back in. For others, getting a massage has never been a regular event, and while you might know that you...
How to Prepare for Your Massage

How to Prepare for Your Massage

Jan 31, 2022 | Bodywork, Massage, Self-Care

Guest Post by Caitlin Couture, LMT While it may seem antithetical to carefully plan and prepare for a massage, you can get maximum relaxation benefit by having a few specific items organized. Just as preparing yourself for sleep with rituals like soothing lighting,...