Having a professional therapist can be one of the most fulfilling and relaxing experiences. Releasing the tension and knots in your tightened muscles and washing away the stresses of the day can be hugely beneficial to your physical and mental health. However, visiting a massage therapist can be expensive, as well, so getting the most out of your session is vital to reaping the benefits of your massage. Taking the time to relax before your massage.
1. Don't eat a heavy meal or drink alcohol before a massage session.
2. Set aside enough time. Don't feel rushed. Don't check your watch or the wall clock. Just let time pass.
3. Arrive well in advance of your appointment. It gives you time to check in and relax before your spa treatment. If you get there five minutes before, you might miss some of your treatment time. And if you have rushed, it will take longer to relax.
4. Breathe deeply. It does help. You'll begin feeling better, as more oxygen floods your tissues.
5. Take advantage of the sauna, steam bath or hot tub. It will warm your muscles and make it easier for the therapist to achieve results. If the hot tub has chlorinated water, be sure and shower before your massage.
6. Turn off your phone. Cell phones can really disrupt your peace of mind. If you leave it nearby and choose not to answer, you may end up tense, wondering who was calling.
7. Most massage takes place nude but you are fully draped at all times. If you do not want to remove all your clothing, wear clothing that you will be comfortable wearing during the massage and will allow the massage therapist to touch and move the areas of your body you expect will need to be worked on.
7. Most massage takes place nude but you are fully draped at all times. If you do not want to remove all your clothing, wear clothing that you will be comfortable wearing during the massage and will allow the massage therapist to touch and move the areas of your body you expect will need to be worked on.
8. Tell the therapist what sort of pressure is best. And then once she starts, make sure you both are working with the same definitions! To some, deep pressure means a lot of force. To others, deep pressure really means less. Make sure you don't endure a torture session; deep tissue massage may hurt, but it shouldn't hurt so badly that you feel like passing out.
9. Find a therapist you feel comfortable with. This is essential. We all have personal preferences, in terms of people's personalities. If someone is a good therapist, but their personality grates you, it may be best to move on. But if they're a great therapist, and they annoy you, it may be best to just endure it. Great therapists are difficult to find!
10. Some people like to talk during a massage session, while others remain silent. In general the massage therapist will follow your lead.
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