RecoveryWithout proper recovery, we cannot hope to show up at our best in our everyday lives, and reach the desired outcome of our physical training. It is important to train and move with maximal seriousness, but also to let the mind and body breathe and adapt.
Swedish Kinetic Massage
In addition to being a amazing moment of relaxation, Swedish Kinetic Massage has many health benefits:
Increases blood flow
Reducess stress by appeasing the nervous system.
Increases the flexibility of the skin
Reduces muscle tension.
Performed with oil and with the therapist’s hands directly in contact with the skin,techniques are applied from one attachment of the muscle to the other. This creates a powerful muscle relaxation effect and favorises the increase in range of motion in the joints of the body.
Cupping Therapy.
Derived from traditional Chinese medicine, cupping is believed to stimulate the flow of vital energy (QI) within the body. We use it to loosen the fascia between the muscles and skin as well as stimulate blood flow to the surface of the body. This in turn will promote healing and removal of toxins in the targeted area.
Gua Sha
Gua sha is an ancient chinese healing technique using a tool to scrape the skin. Short and long strokes are used to stimulate circulation and increase blood flow. Using this kind of therapy can also encourage a range of other benefits:
Increased range of motion
Reduced pain
Break down of micro-adherences
Inmproved circulation