A massage once a week is highly beneficial and recommended especially for people who work-out. (Please read what follows below, it explains why)

Swedish massage increases the oxygen flow in the blood and releases toxins from the muscles. It shortens recovery time from muscular strain by flushing the tissues of lactic acid, uric acid, and other metabolic wastes. This means less soreness after intense work-outs. It increases circulation without increasing heart load. It stretches the ligaments and tendons keeping them supple and pliable. Swedish massage also stimulates the skin and nervous system and soothes the nerves themselves at the same time. It reduces stress, both emotional and physical. Swedish massage feels good, is relaxing and invigorating. It affects the nerves, muscles, glands, and circulation, while promoting health and well being.

Circulatory system:

• helps develop a stronger heart
• improves oxygen supply to cells
• improves the supply of nutrients to the cells
• elimination of metabolic wastes
• decreases blood pressure
• increases circulation of lymph nodes

Digestive system:

• relaxes the abdominal and intestinal muscles
• relieves tension
• stimulates activity of the liver and kidneys
• elimination of waste material

Muscular system:

• relaxes or stimulates muscles
• strengthens muscles and connective tissue
• helps to keep muscles flexible and pliable
• relieves soreness, tension, and stiffness

Nervous system:

• stimulates motor nerve points
• relieves restlessness and insomnia
• promotes a sense of well-being
• relieves pain

Respiratory system:

• develops respiratory muscles
• drains sluggish lymph nodes

Lymphatic system:

• cleanses the body of metabolic wastes
• drains sluggish lymph nodes

Integumentary (the skin) system:

• stimulates blood to better nourish skin
• improves tone and elasticity of skin
• helps to normalize glandular functions

Skeletal system:

• improves body alignment
• relieves stiff joints
• relieves tired aching feet