Gratitude for Health and Happiness

Gratitude Turns What We Have Into Enough

Let’s face it – stuff seems to be going wrong:  in our city, our country and the world!  Politics, spiraling debt, foreclosures, job losses, and gasp! no Magic games? It’s been well established – negative thoughts and attitudes are actually bad for you and bad for your health. Gratitude works when you are grateful for… [Continue Reading]

Massage Therapy Complements Cancer Treatment

Courtesy of OhMyGouda in Florida

 The reason cancer patients seek massage during treatment is simple: pain relief and relief of emotional distress.  Since many cancer patients experience a depleted immune system, the massage therapist must be in good health and educated in proper techniques which usually concentrate on light, relaxing work. In a study of 380 cancer patients receiving… [Continue Reading]

Top 10 Massage Techniques

MX Wordle

As massage grows in popularity – massage techniques and modalities continue to evolve.  Here are 10 of the most popular types of massage sought by clients. 1. Swedish Massage – One of the most commonly taught and well-known massage techniques, Swedish massage is a vigorous system of treatment designed to energize the body by stimulating… [Continue Reading]

Taking “5” with Health Starts Here

Veggie Salad HSH

Where can you learn about healthy food and sample some at the same time?  We found the answer….Whole Foods Market launched Health Starts Here in 2011.  The goal is to teach us all to understand (and experience) the value of eating natural, fresh, whole foods that are minimally processed.  To introduce Take 5 to the… [Continue Reading]

Shoe-i-cide: The Ugly Truth about “Good Looking” Shoes

Pile of Shoes

Many of you who experience back pain seek relief in our massage chairs.  We are happy to serve you! You’re not alone: more than 100 million Americans suffer from lower back pain.  Studies show that massage has a high level of satisfaction for back pain relief with many people.  Massage loosens tight muscles and reduces… [Continue Reading]

Back to School for Massage Therapists

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In Florida, massage therapists are licensed by the FL Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance. To obtain a FL massage license, qualified students must successfully complete a minimum of 500 hours of coursework from a FL Department of Health approved provider who is also licensed by the Department of Education. After graduating, candidates… [Continue Reading]

Back Care for Kids

Overloaded Backpacks

School begins soon and just as we adults are guilty of schlepping heavy items around, overfilling our bags, and wearing bad footwear – kids are just as susceptible.  Today’s school kids sit for hours in desks and chairs, play sports, take lessons and conquer hours of homework by bedtime.  That’s enough to make any “body”… [Continue Reading]

How to Find Massage on the Road

Couples Massage - a popular vacation treat

Let’s face it…massage is great for countering the stress of life, work and play.  Massage can be just as welcome while on traveling or on vacation. •    Massage can relieve the effects of traveling like sitting for long periods of time in cramped seats of an airplane, on benches or in a car – reclined… [Continue Reading]

Results from The Great Mini-Vacation Giveaway

Staycation Wordle

Last month, we asked you to send us your favorite Florida stay-cation spot.  And, boy! do you guys know how to stay-cate! Many of you like the beach – be it as close as Cocoa, or a day’s drive to Key West.  For some of you, a stay-cation can only be had at home –… [Continue Reading]

Green Up Your Vacation

FL Hike

“Sorry folks, park’s closed. Moose out front shoulda told ya.” John Candy, Nat’l Lampoon’s Vacation. We Central Floridians love our attractions, resorts and water parks, but does your “vacay-ing” heart long for something er, real? Consider balancing your sometimes stressful Orlando lifestyle. Visit some green spaces, enjoy some fresh air and breathtaking scenery! Now we… [Continue Reading]