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5.3.08
Chosen once again as the team massage therapist for Merit Energy Company's MS150 Fundraising Cycling Team.
12.1.07
Selected by readers of Competitor Texas magazine as a "Best of '07" for Dallas massage therapists.
10.14.07
Selected by Texas Triple Threat, the only private coaching club allowed in the finish area, as their dedicated massage therapist, at the Toyota U.S. Open Triathlon, in Dallas, TX - the championship race in the Lifetime Fitness Series.
6.1.07
Selected by Texas Triple Threat, an endurance sports coaching company and club, as their recommended massage therapist.
5.5.07
Selected by Merit Energy Company as massage therapist for MS150 team.
4.17.07
Did it! Finished Ironman Arizona!
Why Deep Tissue Massage
Deep tissue massage is a type of massage aimed at the deeper tissue structures of the muscle and fascia, also called connective tissue. Deep tissue massage uses many of the same movements and techniques as Swedish massage, but the pressure will generally be more intense. It is also a more focused type of massage, as the therapist works to release chronic muscle tension or knots (also known as "adhesions.") It feels good and it is beneficial to your health. When muscles are stressed, they block oxygen and nutrients, leading to inflammation that builds up toxins in the muscle tissue. A deep-tissue massage helps loosen muscle tissues, release toxins from muscles and get blood and oxygen circulating properly. Because many toxins are released, it's important to drink plenty of water after a deep-tissue session to help eliminate these toxins from the body.
Will A Deep Tissue Massage Hurt?
It shouldn't hurt, but it's likely to be a bit more uncomfortable than a classic Swedish massage. You might also be a bit sore the next day or two. You should always feel free to speak up if the pressure is too much for you.
How Fast Will I Get Results With A Deep Tissue Massage?
It's important to be realistic about what one massage can achieve. Many people ask for more pressure, thinking that if the therapist exerts more pressure, they can get rid of all their knots in an hour. This just won't happen. Undoing chronic knots and tension built up over long periods of time is best achieved with an integrated program that includes exercise, work on your posture, relaxation techniques and a regular program of massage.