Why every employee, artisan, and entrepreneur needs massage in their life.
I’m writing this post on a Monday morning and I don’t know about you, but I’m finding it a little difficult to get it together. So whether you’re joining me on this Monday morning, or stumble upon this post in the middle of your work week, (can Friday please come sooner??) here are four reasons why YOU need Massage Therapy in your life for productivity purposes.
Massage Relieves Stress
As we all know, stress plays a major role in our lives at home, school, and work. While some levels of stress can be positive and motivating, too much stress, and our minds fall prey to procrastination, overwhelm, and burnout. By reducing stress levels, massage can improve productivity by helping individuals feel more calm, focused, and clear-headed.
Massage Reduces Sluggishness
Massage can help improve blood and lymphatic circulation throughout the body, thus improving the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to the muscles, which in turn helps reduce muscle tension and fatigue. This improved circulation also helps remove metabolic waste products from the body, which can contribute to feelings of fatigue and sluggishness.
Massage Reduces Muscle Pain
Massage can help alleviate pain and discomfort in the muscles and joints, which can help individuals feel more comfortable and better able to focus on their work. This can be particularly beneficial for individuals who spend long periods of time sitting at a desk or performing repetitive tasks.
Massage Increases Energy
Massage can help stimulate the release of endorphins, which are natural painkillers and mood-boosters. This can help individuals feel more energized and motivated, which can lead to increased productivity. While some types of massage can be soothing and sleep-inducing, overall, massage can give you that boost of energy needed to power through your work week
So overall, massage can be a valuable tool for promoting productivity by reducing stress, sluggishness, and pain, and increasing energy and feelings well-being and self-efficacy. (I don’t know about you, but for the sake of this Monday morning, I’m scheduling my next massage right away! Can’t wait to see you soon! 😉
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