Rejuvenate, Relax, and Restore with a Massage at Down Under
by Khadijah L.
Yoga with a side of massage is the perfect combination to a truly restorative wellness regimen.
Here at Down Under, we offer an array of healing modalities to fit your needs, including therapeutic massage at four out of our six bustling Boston area locations.
Therapeutic massage is more than just a luxurious indulgence, it's an avenue that provides both mental and physical rejuvenation. Our bodies hold on to so much stress, trauma and other subtle energies that can cause a host of minor and severe ailments such as mental fog, restlessness, chronic pain, and even anxiety.
Adding regular, therapeutic massage sessions to your selfcare routine is such a wonderful enhancement to any yoga or fitness routine.
Let’s explore why taking advantage of our massage offerings at Down Under can assist you in your wellness journey for years to come.
Instant Stress Relief and Relaxation
One of the beautiful benefits of massage is the experience of instant relief. When you decide to get a massage, you are giving yourself permission to let go. Whether you choose to come in for a one hour, 75 minute, 90 minute or 2 hour session – during that time, you get to have peace.
All of the things you carried with you are left at the door and you bring only yourself to the table. With a few deep breaths, find yourself deeply immersed into a state of relaxation.
Rest is all that is required of you as you receive the healing touch of our trusted professionals while they work strategically to alleviate pain and tension stored within the muscles.
The pressure applied during a massage stimulates the body's parasympathetic nervous system, activating the relaxation response and reducing levels of cortisol, the stress hormone. As a result, clients often experience a deep sense of relaxation and tranquility that lingers long after the massage session ends.
Boost Mental Well-being
There is nothing quite like melting into a restorative massage after a long day – to unwind and recharge mentally.
The restorative touch of a massage has been shown to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression as it balances the hormones responsible for mood regulation.
Getting a massage regularly can reduce levels of cortisol which is the “fight or flight” hormone, and increase dopamine and serotonin, which are the “feel good” hormones that promote happiness and contentment.
Each time you get a massage, you are making an investment into your holistic health. Leave each session with a sense of clarity and calm that is yours to keep.
Increase Circulation and Immunity Support
The rhythmic manipulation of the muscles during a massage stimulates blood flow and circulates lymphatic fluid. This enhanced circulation delivers oxygen and nutrients to the cells while removing metabolic waste and toxins, promoting overall health and vitality.
Massage therapy has been shown to boost immune function by increasing the activity of white blood cells and enhancing the body's ability to fight off infections. Getting massages regularly can support immunity and decrease the frequency and longevity of cold and flu-like symptoms.
*Be sure to check in with your primary care physician to see if massage is right for you as there could be some contraindications where massage is inadvisable.
Massage therapy is safe, effective and suitable for people with all kinds of lifestyles.
If you enjoy practicing yoga at Down Under then we invite you to indulge in our massage therapy offerings at our Harvard Square, Newton, Brookline and South End locations.
Down Under School of Yoga can be an integral part of your holistic wellness journey. We invite you to take advantage of our wellness offerings to support your mind, body and soul. There is something for everyone. We are honored to serve you.
Khadijah is massage therapist with 7 years of experience. She is an avid student of life, a writer, a mom, and a lover of holistic healing modalities.
As an LMT, she specializes in advanced Swedish and prenatal massage. Khadijah loves making her clients feel relieved of any stress and and pain that they are holding before they get on the table. Khadijah likes to incorporate energy work and stretching throughout her sessions.