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Stretch of the Week – Neck Stretches

Our necks do quite a big job for us by supporting our head! And we abuse it with poor posture more then we should. You don’t want to become one of those people that has to turn their whole bodies to...

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Stretch of the Week: Seated Lower Back Stretch

Here is a simple lower back stretch that you can do right now. Many of us suffer from low back pain from time to time. Sitting a good portion of the day which shortens the hip flexors and hamstrings...

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Stretch of the Week- Spine Stretch

In yoga this stretch is called Cat Cow. It is a great stretch for the spine.  A lot of people believe that your spine is your center life force and that it’s health is crucial to your entire well...

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Stretch of the Week- Side Bend

We see so much lower back tension and pain that regular stretching can really help keep you feeling good. Stretching the side of the body opens up the lower back muscles, lats, lateral shoulder and...

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Stretch of the Week- Child’s Pose

If you have every gone to a yoga class you have definitely done child’s pose.  It is considered a rest pose in yoga and the benefits are many. Such as  gently stretch the hips, thighs, and ankles,...

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12 Great Reasons to Exercise

As if you need even more reasons to get moving makes you younger, healthier and have better sex… add in regular massage to work out the muscles and you will have a very happy body!  Physical activity...

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Stretch of the Week- Mild Back Bend

In yoga this is called sphinx for obvious reasons I guess. One of the issues we see a lot in massages is an extremely tense front of the body. Things like sitting at the computer for extended times and...

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Shoulder Pain

Massage therapy can play an important role in healing shoulder pain. It seems that specific problems come in waves and right now we are seeing a lot of clients with shoulders that are in pain. Massage...

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Massage for Runners

If you are a runner you really should add massage to your training routine. Massage therapy helps your muscles feel better, have more flexibility and prevent injury from running. Massage at the correct...

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The Best Core Exercises

Here are the Two Best Core Exercises These are true core exercises to support your spine. The intention of these is not 6 pack abs but to protect your low back. Low back problems are something we work...

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4 Effective Ways to Reduce Stress

Stress reduction is a popular topic these days and for good reasons. Chronic stress can lead to a weakened immune system and increase the risk of diseases. Over a prolonged period, this can damage the...

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8 Healthy Holiday Gift Ideas

If you are doing any last minute shopping for this holiday season, here are 8 healthy gift ideas to give to your family and friends. 1. Give the gift of Massage! Massage Works Los Gatos is offering a...

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Foot Massage

Do you take good care of your feet? Our feet do such a big job carrying us through life. I think they are quite a neglected part of the body (unless they hurt of course). Doing massage I am on my feet...

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Foam Roll Between Massages

You don’t need to be a Pro Athlete to treat your body like one. Using a foam roller on a regular basis can help relieve many tight muscle problems. I recommend that all my clients use a foam roller...

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