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  • WHO IS THE MOST DIFFICULT CLIENT FOR A MASSAGE THERAPIST?

    WHO IS THE MOST DIFFICULT CLIENT FOR A MASSAGE THERAPIST?

    Most people assume the answer is obvious. The large client who requires significant physical effort to treat. The athlete who wants deep pressure everywhere. The client with a long list of injuries and chronic pain conditions. Or perhaps the person who constantly asks for more pressure. Surprisingly, none of those would be my answer. In…

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  • Should I Drink Water After a Massage?

    Should I Drink Water After a Massage?

    If you’ve ever had a massage, you’ve probably heard the same advice before leaving the clinic: “Make sure to drink plenty of water.” It’s one of the most common recommendations massage therapists give. But have you ever wondered why? Do you really need to drink water after a massage, or is it simply one of…

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  • Is a Stronger Massage Better?

    Is a Stronger Massage Better?

    WHY DO PEOPLE BELIEVE THAT? One thing I’ve noticed over the years is that some clients continue asking for more pressure even when their body is telling a different story. They twist away from the pressure. They flinch. They clench their fists. Sometimes they’re even holding their breath. Yet when I check in, they often…

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