April 2nd, 2014 • Posted by Second Wind Day Spa • Permalink
Ahhh,
springtime! A time to refresh...a time to renew...a time to reinvigorate mind and
spirit....Ummm, OK...but let's face it. It's also a time to whip that flabby winter
bod into shape for the beach or the pool.
Massage, with centuries of results behind it,
is an excellent strategy toward fulfilling all these goals. It's scientifically
proven to have a positive effect on mood. It brings oxygen to muscles, making
workouts more effective and recovery time faster. And regular treatments lead to
continuous benefits.
The short, low-light days of winter - together with the physiological stress
from extreme temperatures - can seem to practically drain the life from your
body and seriously dampen your mood. Massage is proven to release endorphins -
the body's own natural mood boosters. Even 10 minutes of massage administered
regularly, can have a profound effect on the mind and spirit. But the benefits
of this modality don't stop there.
When our therapist kneads your muscles, oxygen flow is enhanced. And when
it comes to muscles, more oxygen means better function. Muscles that work
properly develop more efficiently. Moreover, massage also improves joint
function, promoting the flow of synovial fluid, which, in short, keeps bone
from rubbing against bone in the joint when you move. Consider using massage as
workout prep, especially if you've been skipping the gym. Aerating and
lubricating muscles and joints before you even get started can spur both
development and recovery. In addition, post-workout massage helps ward off damage to muscle tissue. Whether you're running, weight training, practicing Yoga or you're obsessed with
squeezing into last year's bikini, a massage can help get your body back in action.
You can derive these life-enhancing benefits from nearly any type of massage.
So if massage-wise, you're stuck in a rut - a bad place to be, no matter the
season - let spring's fresh breezes lead you in a new direction. Tired of
deep-tissue? Try the long strokes of Swedish. Whatever your choice, as you revel in the momentary
sensations of massage, revel too in knowing for sure you're helping to nourish
and heal mind, body and spirit.
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March 18th, 2014 • Posted by Second Wind Day Spa • Permalink
Spring
is around the corner! Your nails have had to endure a long, cold, wet winter
just like you have, and now it is time to perk them up with the care that they
deserve. Nail care is extremely important because your hands are always
visible. From the length of your nails to the color applied, every detail
matters and nothing makes your nails more beautiful than a manicure.
A manicure consists of filing, shaping of the free edge, treatments, massage of
your hand as well as the application of polish. Other nail treatments may
include the application of artificial nail tips, acrylics, or artificial nail
gels. Some manicures can include the painting of pictures or designs on the
nails or applying small decals or imitation jewels.
Your nails are yours alone, to decorate and design the way they best represent
your mood, personality, and the season! Much like body art or jewelry, your
nails can be decorated in just about any way imaginable. When your nails are
treated right, they feel right, and just like your clothes, your nails say a
lot about who you are. Your nails and hands are a feature that will be looked
at more than just about anything else on you! You greet people with your hands,
say goodbye to people with your hands, and generally deal with the entire public
on a day to day basis through the use of your hands. Your nails are a statement
and what that statement comes across as to other people is entirely up to you!
Spring is in the air and it is time to get yourself ready. Subtle colors are
in! Why not try a pearlescent white nail polish accented with simple white
flowers? Or perhaps a pastel shade of white or blue with elegant white swirl
designs? Or maybe a more simple and very feminine pastel pink? Soft milky
shades of nail polish as well as pure whites are the trend right now.
No matter what you choose, in the end you will feel like a thousand bucks, and
look like it too!
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March 2nd, 2014 • Posted by Second Wind Day Spa • Permalink
Those who benefit from the relaxing
techniques of massage should consider trying Yoga. This exercise routine
combines physical poses, breath control and meditation to work the body and
release stress. Yoga is also known to improve several health conditions. Check out the benefits of this popular exercise below.
Build strength
Some kinds of Yoga are meant as more of a physical workout.
Power Yoga classes, for example, are meant to build muscle tone and improve
your overall build.
Increased endurance
Yoga contains a fair amount of breath control. By training
your body to breathe more efficiently, you'll be able to improve your athletic
performance. For example, runners and long distance cyclists often take Yoga
classes to improve their overall endurance.
Improved flexibility
Yoga works your muscles and soft tissues, which in
return, improves your flexibility. After eight weeks of Yoga, participants
could see a 35 percent increase in the flexibility of their arms and trunk.
Stress relief
Yoga stimulates a biochemical response in the brain and limits
the amount of hormones associated with stress and tension. The exercise also
incorporates a meditation element, which encourages participants to reach a
soothing mental state.
Improved heart function
Studies show people with high cholesterol or mild
heart problems can reverse some of the adverse effects of these medical
problems through Yoga. The exercises can slow the heart rate, decrease blood
pressure and make people more aware of their body.
Yoga is more than a great work out. It's a time to focus on yourself, let the worries of the day melt away and relax. Don't be intimidated to give Yoga a try. We were all beginners at one point.
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