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- Top 10 Complaints About Massage Therapists - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2012 from Lea JohnsonAre you a massage therapist who's new or old in your practice and wanting to increase your client base? Many therapists may be unaware of certain things they're doing to sabotage their massage practice. If you find that some of these complaints apply to you, take it as a learning experience and ...
Views: 4496 - The Pros And Cons Of Having A Massage Office - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2012 from Lea JohnsonIf you are new or sort of new to practicing massage, you may be asking yourself, "Do I want an office or do I want to freelance?" Those are very good questions. I like both, and would recommend that you try both. In this Article, we discuss the Pros and Cons of having a massage office. The Pros ...
Views: 964 - Misconceptions About Massage - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2012 from Lea JohnsonMassage has been practiced as a therapeutic and healing modality for several years in numerous cultures all over the world. Some people are still unsure about massage even as the obvious proliferation of discount massage salons have made massage therapy ubiquitous and accessible to all. It is my ...
Views: 891 - When Your Massage Clients Want Just A Few More Minutes - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2012 from Lea JohnsonHave you ever been just about to close a massage with a client and somehow they just know its ending and boom, you get that dreaded question "Can I have Just A Couple More Minutes On.....?" This is either a good thing or a bad thing depending on how you look at it. If you did your job, they are ...
Views: 1037 - The Pros And Cons Of Mobile Massage - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2012 from Lea JohnsonHave you ever traveled to another location to give a massage? If you learn to do this right, it can be fun and quite lucrative. Traveling massage services are a great convenience and people who love convenience have no problem paying for it! If you've never considered this part of your practice ...
Views: 3405 - How To Deal With Clients Who Grind On Your Massage Table - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2012 from Lea JohnsonHave you ever had one those situations where someone starts to squirm on your massage table right when you're a few minutes into the session? Anyone who's been doing massage for awhile has come across a few of these. It's never fun because its awkward and you just want to give a great massage. ...
Views: 1752 - Make More Money With Massage In Less Time - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2012 from Lea JohnsonWould you like to make more money with massage? The following are some suggestions for you to incorporate into your massage practice to make the most you can in the least amount of time. Does that sound good? Let's look what you can do to maximize your earnings as a massage therapist ...
Views: 868 - Top 10 Health Benefits of Massage - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2012 from Lea JohnsonWhat are the health benefits of massage? Well there are many so I thought I'd create a list of ones I know and others that I've read about. After reading my compilation of health benefits, I think you'll agree that massage is a valuable service to mankind and a great addition to a life of health ...
Views: 3456 - 5 Things I Love About Practicing Massage For A Living - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2012 from Lea JohnsonWhy do I enjoy practicing massage for a living? I enjoy helping people and of course making a good living is also wonderful! If you play your cards right, you can have fun while making a very nice living. Making a good living can lead to the fulfillment of many other dreams. I must admit that ...
Views: 747 - How Massage Helps With Pain - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2012 from Lea JohnsonIf you're one of the very few people on this earth that has never had to live with pain for a period of time, consider yourself lucky. Without having a solid number to go by, it seems like every other person I've come across has or has had an extended period of pain in their body at some point ...
Views: 762 - Get Your Massage Clients To Drink More Water - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2012 from Lea JohnsonWhy do people drink fluids after they work out? They get thirsty and the body gets dehydrated. Why does this happen? During exercise, the body loses fluids and minerals that need to be replenished. Also, when the muscles move, the blood and lymphatic systems of the body speed up to increase ...
Views: 774 - How To Create An Instant Rapport With Your Massage Clients - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2012 from Lea JohnsonCreating an instant rapport is an amazingly valuable skill for putting massage clients at ease and everyone else you meet. If you take the time to do this right, you'll find that your clients will fall into the zone very quickly and make your job much easier! However you do this is up to up but ...
Views: 1408 - Why Giving Massage Is Great For Massage Therapists - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2012 from Lea JohnsonGetting a massage has many mental and physical benefits that are both well documented. Let's look at how giving a massage actually benefits the massage therapist as well. This is only my opinion based on observation of myself and how I feel during and after treating my clients. I've found many ...
Views: 665 - How To Make Your Massage Clients Relax Fast - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2012 from Lea JohnsonIn order to give a great massage, it's imperative to help your clients relax as soon as possible. I've found that over the years of my practice, these techniques done in a certain order are very efficient and extremely effective in getting your massage clients to relax fast. Helping to guide ...
Views: 2121 - 10 Ways A Massage Helps The Elderly - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2012 from Lea JohnsonWhen I massaged my seventy-three year old father's feet he said, "I need this everyday for the rest of my life!" Seniors everywhere can benefit greatly from Geriatric Massage Therapy. The upsides to seniors getting massage are endless but below are many of the more commonly known and observed ...
Views: 786 - Should A Deep Tissue Massage Hurt? - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2012 from Lea JohnsonWell I guess it depends on who you talk to. I hear this question all the time and it drives me crazy! Due to the different levels of training in many areas this is a constant debate among massage therapist everywhere. For example, I was trained in an area that focused on medically based massage ...
Views: 734 - How To Create A Comfortable Massage Environment - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2012 from Lea JohnsonMost people can't wait to relax and they need your help to take them there as soon as possible. Creating a comfortable environment for massage is conducive to relaxation. Here are a few things to keep in mind that will help create an ideal situation for massage and make the experience better for ...
Views: 1921 - Does Discount Massage Hurt Your Business? - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2012 from Lea JohnsonWell, that question largely depends on your target audience. Are you seeking to build a client base with the budget conscious, or clients with a disposable income? Are you marketing to people who might get laid off at any moment, or are you targeting people who are financially stable? I once ...
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