Advice On How To Enjoy A Good Massage
Massages are a wonderful way to escape life’s daily stresses. You’ll feel energized and ready to face the day after a relaxing massage. This article will broaden your knowledge of massages and give some tips on how to further enjoy it.
Choose wisely
Find a massage therapist who has raving reviews online. Read the reviews thoroughly to find out how others rated the massage therapist. Look for reviews on independent sites, such as Yelp, Facebook, or Google, so you can be confident that they are authentic.
Good therapists are hard to come by so be sure to check out their qualifications before scheduling an appointment. Check that they have attended school, obtained a License, and have more than a few years experience. Also go in to your first session open minded and a bit critical. You want to be sure that your new therapist fits your needs.
Be Open to a Good Massage 
Try to relax and not let your nerves ruin your first massage experience. You might think some massage techniques are unusual if you’re never had a massage before. Don’t be put off. Stay relaxed and give the professional a chance to continue with the massage. If in fact something does make you uncomfortable let your therapist know.
Don’t preoccupy yourself with worries about what a massage therapist will see at a massage appointment. Generally, the less clothing you wear, the more access a massage therapist has to work tight or sore muscles. Therapists are trained properly in sheet-draping, or knowing how to cover you well all the time. Just relax and trust them.
Just Breathe
Having a massage is a relaxing time, so allow yourself to chill out while you are having one. Doing some deep breathing exercises during your massage can really help to fully relax you. As the therapist starts their routine, periodically engage in deep breathing to ensure you stay relaxed.
Ask for Options
Although most therapist have a go to lubricant that they like to use, if you have a preference just ask. Cremes and lotions are absorbed into the skin and leaves it hydrated without left over residue and are great mediums for Deep Tissue or Sports Massage. Heated oils, such as jojoba, olive, or sweet almond, are perfect for a massage. Oil is absorbed by the skin more easily than gel or lotion, and it is more pleasant to handle and to feel on the skin.
Essential oils are great additions to any oil/creme/lotion. Each essential oil has specific properties which help with various situations: relaxation, stimulation, detox, and so much more.
Talk to your Therapist
Communication is key, especially in the beginning of a client/therapist relationship. Let your therapist know if the pressure is too little or too much, also likes and dislikes. This can help the therapist customize the treatment more to your liking and adjust as needed. Although experienced therapist should be good at judging pressure, your feedback is always welcome.
Massage at Home
Have the massage therapist come to you. Lots of therapists cut out costly overhead by working in clients’ homes or offices. These therapists that perform house-calls are typically cheaper and the environment is much more suitable for a relaxing, comfortable session. Always remember safety first and be sure you are working with a reputable person/company.
After Massage Care
After you get a massage, drink lots of water. As you receive a massage, there are toxins being released from muscles into your body. Drinking a glass of water helps flush those toxins out and reduces the negative side effects. You should start with two to three glasses of water during the first hour, and then you should get at least eight more the rest of the day.
To remove knots from your body, do an easy self-massage. Start by gently thumbing the outside areas of your body. Begin with the arms and legs, going from the bottom to the top. This will help you to feel great the next day at work or school. When this massage is done at night, you can reduce stress in order to sleep better.
With this advice available, you should not hesitate to receive a massage. This article has hopefully helped you know what you’re looking for. Put these insights to work and enjoy all the health benefits of your massage!