Yoga And You - The Benefits

Yoga is like a self-massage; the perfect way to focus on your breathing and how your body moves. If you're curious to see how yoga can benefit you, we've got it covered. There are countless websites, videos and blogs devoted to this subject so we're dedicating the rest of the summer to seek out the best of the best....

Here are some facts to get you on the mat:

Practicing yoga regularly effects the body physically:

• Lowering blood pressure and heart rate
• Improving sleep
• Improving circulation
• Improving digestion 
• Relieving back and chest pain

and mentally, there are also many benefits

• Increased ability to manage stress
• Improved focus and concentration
• Better memory
• Helps combat depression, ADHD, Anxiety and PTSD

 

Still not a believer? Check out a few of these articles; proven studies on the health benefits of yoga:

 Huffington Post on Mental Health & Yoga

Harvard Health on Anxiety, Depression & Yoga

7 Proven Health Benefits of Yoga

YogaMedics on Back Pain

 Ace Fitness Study on Yoga

With so much to talk about we hope you visit back here every week from now til summer's end to find out how you can feel your best!

Rejuvenate For Summer: Part IV: Workplace Massage

With the long winter and hours inside working, our bodies have really felt the strain. A good massage helps alleviate much of the built up hours behind a desk, on your feet or behind the wheel.

 Many businesses have started incorporating regular workplace massages and there are a lot of positives. Whether it's employee appreciation, to alleviate stress during crunch time or an added health benefit, it can save money and boost morale.

Here's the lowdown on the benefits of a workplace massage, helping you feel much more limber for the summer months....

Job stress and related problems cost companies an estimated $200 billion or more annually, based on information from the American Institute of Stress and the American Psychological Association.

Workplace massages save money by:

 Increasing energy and morale

Attracting and keeping key talent

Reducing sick days and lateness

Showing your employees that you care

Even a brief massage can significantly improve employee problem solving abilities

The benefits for employees are endless:

Preventing pain caused by excessive repetitive movement

Calming the nervous system

Stimulating blood flow

Increasing immunity to colds and flu

Relieving headaches, migraines and back pain to improve posture

Massage also improves creative thinking and relieves fatigue.  It’s better than a cup of coffee!

Massage can help your team get through a demanding time or reward them for their extra effort. Read our next post, coming soon, on how The Backrub fits into your next workplace massage session.

Event This Sunday plus Essential Oils: Facts & Remedies!

If you are a novice to the great benefits of essential oils, please come to The Backrub's in-store primer this Sunday, March 10th at 6:30pm- it's totally free AND there's a free gift for everyone who comes. Please RSVP via email: inquiries@greatbackrubs.com

If you can't wait for this Sunday and want to brush up on your knowledge on therapeutic aromas, read on for some helpful facts!

This season is a popular time for remedies for hay fever and allergies. As you may find out on Sunday, aromatherapy expert Nikki Wells has a great source of essential oils from Do Terra that can battle these discomforts caused by airborne allergens: 

Lemon, Lavender and Peppermint are a natural antihistamine for hay fever and symptoms like headaches, sneezing and sinus congestion.  DoTerra Lemon, Lavender and Peppermint are Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade, approved for internal use.  Some people drop 1-2 drops in a glass of water, and drink (Put oils in glass first, then add water). Effects may be felt almost immediately!

Natural oils like Guard, Breathe and Lemon may also help build children's immune system, especially when they are prone to allergies. On Guard and Lemon from Do Terra can be put in a spray bottle with water and sprayed in areas around the house and car. Applicate Breathe (with a carrier oil) to their chest and hands and get them to breathe deeply with their hands over their nose. The smell and topical application of these oils may help build their immune system without having to turn to medication.

*Please remember: When using a new essential oil on your body for the first time, perform a patch test on a small part of your skin- just in case you have an allergic reaction!* 

There are countless benefits of essential oils in everyday life, from healing emotional stresses to soothing physical pain - The Backrub holds many of the Do Terra oils in-store- check them out on our website HERE. Look out for more posts this month with suggestions, remedies and facts and come down to The Backrub this Sunday, March 10th at 6:30 where Nikki will be sharing her passion with you! 

If you have any suggestions or questions on Sunday or subjects discussed in this post, please email: inquiries@greatbackrubs.com