Follow This Easy Guide And Become A Massage Guru

Nov 13, 2018

Ah, yes. Who doesn't love a lovely massage? After a long day of work or playing with the kids, it's nice to be able to relax and work out those knots in your back. Well, that's great, and all but the prices for a decent massage aren't so great. All you want is a relaxing evening, yet you can't relax knowing your wallet is screaming in agony.

Have no fear; there are ways you can become a massage guru for free. Here are a couple of tips that'll turn you into a massage expert.

No one likes cold hands. Make sure your hands and any oils you plan to use are warm temperatures. The room itself shouldn't be too hot or cold either. Just like the Three Bears said in Goldilocks, it should be just right.

You may automatically assume your bed or sofa may be the best location to give a massage due to how comfortable they are. Nope, don't do that. The person receiving the massage should lay down on a hard surface.

It's best to focus on the shoulders, neck, and back. Start off with light massaging movements. You can use your palm to achieve this. Do not massage the spine.

Shoulders are said to carry the weight of the world on them. That means they need a little extra love when it comes to massages. Spend extra time on the shoulders. You can apply more pressure to them.

When working on the face, move your hands in the direction of the person's facial muscles. Be aware of any acne that could be painful to massage.

If you want to massage other body parts such as the legs, feet, and arms make sure to use light strokes. Be aware of any areas that may be sore. Use caution when massaging painful areas.

Make sure that the person is relaxed. If they are in pain in any way, stop and talk it out. Ask if the person is allergic to any oils you may be using. Nothing's worse than a pleasant night turned horrible due to an allergic reaction.

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