Get a Massage!

I recently met up with a girl friend for a lunch date.  Unfortunately, it appeared that she was sick with cough and colds, and for two weeks already!  I suggested she head to the spa for massage because it will make her feel better. She replied that massages are only for mere relaxation. 

What?! 

Massage does not only make one relaxed, it also enhances the flow of oxygen and blood in the body.   Moreover, pressing significant points will help improve different organs.  Massage also contributes to good sleep.  I remember my dad complaining he hasn’t been getting quality sleep for about 6 months, and only several sessions of a good, therapeutic massage helped him.

Now, there are different types of massages but what usually works for me, and for first timers is the Swedish massage.  This is characterized by rubbing oil on different parts of the body.  The oil could also be aromatic enticing the body to relax.

There is also Thai massage but this requires pulling the body in different directions. Whenever the masseuse tells me to hold her hand and relax, I brace myself and tense up knowing how my body will be contortioned in the next few seconds.  It requires getting used to this kind of massage.  My husband loves this and usually sleeps soundly even before we leave the spa area.  I do enjoy getting the 30-minute back massage especially since my back tenses whenever I feel tired or stressed.  But I still enjoy getting a good body rub so I still suggest the Swedish massage.

The Shiatsu massage is also called dry massage since it does not make use of oil.  If one is wary about getting sticky, this is a good option.

If such options appear to be off the budget, the blind masseuse in the malls and some corner establishments will do.    This will also work if you are not comfortable taking off your clothes in front of a stranger.  For only PhP70, you get a 20-minute upper body massage.  The best I’ve met so far is Kuya Wilson from Philcoa. I’ve seen him very careful and meticulous in pressing different body points.  Also, I noticed that even if he is already massaging a client and others are just about to start, he still finishes last.