Time For Me Massage Therapy

December is the time for giving (and getting…;)

trac3kids — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 15:00:53 +0000

In December, all gift certificates will be $50.00. Starting January 1st 1 hour massages will be $60 so you will be saving $10 on each one hour massage you purchase! Guess what else? If you buy 5 or more you will get them for $45 each! So, if you already get regular massages- why not buy a package and save! Hour and half massages will also be on sale for $75 each ($85 regular price) Also- say “I’d like to add hot stone to my massage” this month and get an upgrade to a Hot Stone massage for FREE in December (offer only good during the month of December). Any questions, give me a call 701-261-5785. (VISA MASTERCARD & DISCOVER CARD are accepted)

Change of Seasons can cause body aches

trac3kids — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 16:57:02 +0000

As we ease into spring, some of us may notice we’re feeling a little more achy than usual. It can range from just being a little stiff in the joints when we first get out of bed, to feeling a bit sluggish all day long. The basic answer to this problem is a change in humidity. As the snow melts, it causes the air to becomes more saturated with water (increasing the humidity) and allowing many types of molds and bacteria which were trapped under the snow all winter, to be released into the air. A change in humidity and/ or barometric pressure is usually felt by many people. Ever have a knee act up right before a rain storm? You know what I mean then

Good news is I found a recipe that works great! I actually stumbled across it last winter while we were painting our house. My body was an absolute wreck. I hurt from head to toe from standing on a ladder all day and reaching with a paint brush above my head for hours at a time. When we were done for the day, I poured myself a warm tub full of water, added 1/3 cup Arm and Hammer Baking Soda, 1/3 cup Epsom salt (you can also add 3 drops Lavendar Essential Oils for soothing dried or irritated skin. It also helps you relax.) I laid in the tub for 15 minutes then went to bed. In the morning, I slowly got up, waiting for the aches and pains to start…. and they didn’t!! I did this same thing the next night (because we had to paint all day again) with the same results- no pain! I’ve used this recipe many times since then for everything from working out too much, riding horse, getting over the flu, change in seasons, etc.. and found it works wonders. I hope it helps you too

Valentines Day Special

trac3kids — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 19:30:12 +0000

Need a gift for Valentine’s Day? Get a one hour massage for only $50 (regularly $60). Or buy a package of 5 or more one hour massages for only $45 each!That’s $15 off per massage! Yes, this sale is an extension of my December sale, but with the winter we’ve been having- you deserve it! Call Tracy at 701-261-5785 for more details.

A Touch of Stone- Free in December!

trac3kids — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 14:55:59 +0000

Seasons Greetings! To show our holiday spirit, Time For Me Massage is offering a free touch of stone with any regular one hour massage or hour and a half massage purchased in the month of December. Eight Basalt stones, heated to 120 degrees are placed on different areas of the body. Example: two for the feet, two for the hands, two for the upper shoulder area, two for the low back. Stones are always tested by the therapist first to make sure they are a comfortable temperature for YOU. There are also three small facial stones placed on your cheeks and forehead which are then wrapped in a towel to give you that real spa like feeling. Questions? Call Tracy at 701-261-5785.

What are the Benefits of Green Tea? by Margaret Bell

trac3kids — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 16:34:30 +0000

What are the Benefits of Green Tea? by Margaret Bell

in Health (submitted 2009-11-30)

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What are the benefits of green tea? Is it better to drink the beverage or take a supplement that contains green tea extract? Here you can learn about the benefit, as well as some precautions that you should take.The first studies concerning the benefits of green tea were more like surveys. Researchers noted the dietary habits of different groups of people from around the world. They found several paradoxes that they could not explain with the knowledge that they had, at the time.

You have probably read that a high intake of dietary fat contributes to heart disease, high cholesterol and, of course, obesity. Everyone knows that smoking is bad for your health. Smokers have an increased risk of lung, stomach and throat cancer, as well as heart disease. Knowing all of this, when researchers looked at the dietary and lifestyle habits of the Japanese, French and other cultures, there were some things that they could not explain.

Among Japanese smokers, for example, they saw a lower than expected incidence of stomach cancer, throat cancer and heart disease. They also found that the smokers drank large amounts of green tea (a liter or more) every day. When these results were released, news reports said that the benefits of green tea drinking â€œmayâ€ include the prevention of heart disease and cancer.

So, we started to see supplements containing green tea extract, mainly for those of us that donâ€™t like the beverage or prefer to avoid the caffeine. A liter could contain 200mg of caffeine or more, depending on the plantâ€™s age and where it was grown. Indian teas, for example, typically have more caffeine than those grown in China.

Another paradox was found among the French. Researchers saw a lower than expected incidence of heart disease, despite a diet that is high in saturated fat. The connection that they established there was to an antioxidant found in some types of red wine, which is often used for cooking and for drinking. You may have seen supplements containing resveratrol, because of this link.

You see, over the years, there have been numerous studies concerning naturally occurring substances (antioxidants, anti-inflammatorys, antifungal, etc) found in plants and other sources that provide benefit to a personâ€™s health, but to take any one of these nutrients alone is not likely to provide the desired benefit. You will get more of the benefits of green tea extract, if a supplement manufacturer took the time to do the research required to determine which nutrients work together and what dosage is appropriate.

The precaution that consumers need to take when drinking the beverage has to do with the caffeine content. Too much caffeine causes nervousness, anxiety, insomnia and other health problems.

When it comes to supplements, the product should include no more than 100mg of the extracts. Some studies indicate that the extracts can be toxic to the liver at high dosages. You can get the benefits of green tea extract, safely, as long as you choose the right supplement.

About the Author

Please visit http://www.HealthyBodySupplements.com for recommended Nutritional Supplements that are safe and effective.

What Makes Hot Stone Massage So Hot by Chris Turley

trac3kids — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 20:58:24 +0000

Nobody has seen the connection between stones and massage until the style of hot stone massage has been born. This massage style which has fast become one of the hottest today is a variation of the classic massage which uses smooth heated stones to be placed on key points of the client’s body to promote relaxation and relieve stress by opening up the energy pathways of the body.Basalt stones, which are volcanic rocks rich in iron, efficient in absorbing and retaining heat are the most often type used in a hot stone massage. Effective in relaxing muscles, these stones are used to pre-treat the muscles in preparation for deep tissue manipulation. The massage therapist also uses stones to input pressure on certain areas of the body to release muscular tension.

It’s true that some people try this massage style because it’s something new and it really makes one curious about how stones can find a place in a massage session. If you have not yet heard of stone massage, you may find it strange to see neatly stacked smooth stones on the counter of your favourite massage center. However, what makes this particular style of massage so popular these days is not entirely the novelty of using stones but more importantly the benefits that come with it.

Stress alleviation is one of the most common rewards of a hot stone massage. When your stressful daily life is threatening to drive you crazy, a calming stone massage is one way to retain your sanity. Because it promotes deep muscle and tissue relaxation and soothes one’s psyche, you can feel stress packing up their bags and saying good riddance.

While other people indulge on stone massage because of its relaxation benefits, others engage in it for health reasons. Because this massage style is also known to be effective in releasing toxins, cleansing the body and improving one’s overall health, there are certain health conditions such as arthritis and fibromylagia that are now being treated with the use of hot stone massage. Aside from that, it also relieves pain such as back and muscular aches, improves blood circulation and lessens circulatory problems.

But that’s not all. The physiological aspect of your total well-being is not only the area covered by a stone massage. Those that are suffering insomnia, anxiety attacks and even depression also have found some refuge in getting a stone massage because it can calm the nervous system as well as give your mind the break that it deserves. These stones as they are placed in areas of the body that are said to be energy centers seek to rebalance the mind and body.

There are vast benefits one can get from getting a hot stone massage. That’s why it’s really not a surprise that it has gained immense popularity over the recent years. After working so hard for yourself or for your family, after subjecting yourself to the daily stressors of everyday life–traffic jams, work overload, relationship problems, or the disastrous haircut you got, it’s only right that you give yourself a much needed break.

And when a vacation doesn’t have a room in your schedule or budget, a nice visit to a spa massage for one hot session of a hot stone massage can ultimately give you the relaxation that you deserve.

About the Author

Chris Turley is the director of a massage stone supply company.Find out more about their hot stone products by visiting: http://www.tirmassagestone.com.

NEW! A Touch of Stone Couples Massage – Just $85!

trac3kids — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 19:46:32 +0000

This couples massage is unique in many ways. It is tailored to appeal to two people who wish to be massaged in the same room, by the same massage therapist! How does that work you ask? One client will receive the majority of the massage- while the other client receives a blissful hour of hot stones placed on multiple areas of the body (kind of like being cocooned in heat). The hot stone client also does receive massage for 15 minutes on one area of the body (example: upper and lower back or upper back and neck). Both clients will receive a touch of hot stone therapy while the massage therapist is working with the other person. Both of you will be attended to for maximum comfort and relaxation! Give it a try- mention you saw it on this website and receive $10 off your first Touch of Stone Couples Massage (I say first, because it defineately won’t be your last! =)

Treat yourself to a Hot Stone Massage

trac3kids — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 17:25:13 +0000

Hot Stone Massage. What is it anyway? The stones are warm and inviting and can help put flexibility back into achy joints or muscles. Hot Stone Therapy is a deep penetrating heat therapy which can help improve your flexibility and circulation this winter. Mention you read about it online and receive $10.00 off your first Hot Stone Massage (retail value- $80)

Take Time to Pamper Yourself

trac3kids — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 17:12:56 +0000

Part of the mission of Time For Me Massage Therapy is to be a catayst for information to be shared in helping individuals find balance. The following information was aired on April 1, 2008 on The View. Passport to Beauty, a book by Shalini Vadhera, decribes beauty secrets used around the world. Here are a few that she suggested.

Greece: The women of Greece use large green olive pits (which they grind in a coffee grinder) along with olive oil to exfoliate dead skin and give their entire body a radiant glow. (Yes, you rub this on your skin- you can also use olive oil instead of over the counter hot oil treatments for your hair).

Japan: There are several uses for the alcohol choice of Japan, Saki. It can be applied to age spots with a cotton ball or put one cup Saki in hot bath water and rinse with cool water to detoxify the whole body. She does not suggest drinking alcohol before or during this process (though it might be tempting!)

USA: In Georgia they use Golden Globe peaches (cut in quarters and rubbed on face) to help fade dark spots and give your complextion a nice fresh look. Avacados mashed up into 1 cup plain yogurt rubbed over rough, dry skin, will get rid of scaly skin and leave a soft, supple and younger look and feel ( She says she knows 100 uses for avacados alone!)

Chile: Use a handful of grapes (she used red grapes) and 2 tbls flour to make a paste to apply over tired skin (like after traveling in an airplane) to help rejuvenate the skin (tired eyes).

India: They use tumeric seasoning ( 1 tbs) in hot milk before bed to help them sleep and to decrease inflamation in the face and body. Also, tumerice seasoning (1 tbs) and yogurt (1 cup) made into a paste can be rubbed over stretch marks and help them disappear!

Mexico: Don’t use this one if you have any cuts or cracks on the skin. Use sugar (3 tbs) and squeeze fresh or concentrated lemon juice over the sugar to make an exfoliant for hands and feet.

So make time to take care of yourself and have fun!

Winter tip to keep you hydrated

trac3kids — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 18:38:54 +0000

MYTH: I don’t need to drink as much water in the wintertime since I’m not sweating or in the hot sun.

FACT: You actually need just as much water in the winter as in the summer. Cold temperatures pull the moisture out of the air… and out of you! Make sure you keep a humidifier running in your home to cut down on sore throats in the morning & to help your family sleep more comfortably. One great habit to get into during the winter is leaving a tall glass of water by your bedside. Drink a few sips of it before bedtime (or during the night if you don’t have that humidifier runnning!) Before you even put one foot out of the bed the next morning, drink the rest of your water. This is one good way to start your day better hydrated, more alert, and energized. Plus, taking the time to drink your water in bed allows yourself a few minutes to fully wake up, think about the day ahead, and know that you’re starting your day off on the right foot.