Massage is a natural, effective way to regain vitality and relieve the many symptoms of stress. All you need is your hands – and this practical, self-help guide.
The emphasis throughout is on simplicity. You won't need an expensive massage couch or oils – all the healing you need is in your hands. The 400 colour photographs and diagrams clearly illustrate what to do, encouraging you to massage confidently. In the Techniques chapter, you'll master the six massage strokes that are the bedrock of the world's oldest healing art – from soothing ‘feathering' to percussive strokes that invigorate the body and stimulate the circulation. You can practise your new skills on a friend or partner, although the emphasis is on learning how to massage your own body comfortably and safely, which is just as effective as being massaged by another person.
The final chapter, Daily Massage Program for Health, gives preventive massages to maintain and improve your health, with massage sequences that you can build into your daily routine. From massaging your scalp in the shower to energize your brain to improving your muscle tone, A Practical Guide to Self-Massage for Health and Vitality guides you toward improving your wellbeing and enjoying a better quality of life.
