TOP TIPS FOR DIY MASSAGE April 14 2013, 1 Comment

Want to give a great massage?

TOP TIPS:
1. Quiet space
2. Music for - relaxation
3. Candles or Oil burner - for ambience
4. Oil (cooking olive oil is fine) - to massage with
5. Essential oils if desired - to add to massage oil
6. Towel to lie on - to stop oil getting on sheets/carpet
7. Drink plenty of water after your massage - to hydrate and eliminate toxins



TECHNIQUES
1. Slow strokes create relaxation
2. Use the whole of the palm when moving over the skin
3. Avoid any pressure on the spine
4. Spend a good 15 minutes warming up the skin before working deeper into the muscle,
     this helps give prolonged relief if there is muscle soreness.



Enjoy the gift of giving..
Nikki xx