So, it's summer, (yay) and with the weather being nice, more of us are able to get outside and exercise.  We've already talked about drinking enough water, but it occurs to me that one big thing I see people for increases in nice weather, and that is strained muscles.  Remember to stretch if you're going to do something prolonged or strenuous.  Just because it's nice out doesn't mean it's hot enough to warm up muscles unused to spreading bark or chopping wood.  A bit of stretching will help keep you from injury.  That's all folks!  Enjoy the summer!

Hey everyone, I've been back and forth with this issue for a while and have finally decided to say something.  Body image!  That opens a can of worms now, doesn't it?  As a massage therapist, I have to say that so often I get people on my table that don't want their feet done, or don't want their legs worked on, etc.  It has almost always turned out that they're not ultra ticklish or they have a rash or something, they just hate that particular body part and don't want it to be worked on because *gasp* I might SEE it!!  OMG!  One toe is longer than the rest, I can't stand it!  (rolls eyes)  Seriously people, everyone has a normal body and I've YET to see anything horrendous.  So what if you have a spare tire?  Your legs aren't shaved today?  Oops.  Big deal.  I won't even notice.  Please, PLEASE remember that you're on my table to put yourself in a better frame of mind.  You will have trouble doing that if you are thinking bad thoughts about yourself the entire time.  AND, I have YET to find anyone with feet so ticklish that I have to stop the massage.  Everybody got it?  :P  So no more bad body image?  Okay!  See you on the table!

January 15th 2014

As of today, I am now listed as a preferred provider for HealthNet and Providence Preferred.  Yay!!  I will post the others as I do them, but for now, those who have asked that I get into these insurances so they can get on my table easier, I am now available.  Have a great week and stay healthy!