The Benefits of a Massage

Massage Therapy

Massage therapy is much more than just relaxation – it can be very beneficial for a number of different conditions! Seeing a massage therapist on a regular schedule can produce long term results and help with a variety of issues.  Massage therapy can:

• Stretch and work out tight or weak muscles.
• Reduce stretch marks and scar tissue by promoting tissue regeneration.
• Improve range of motion and low-back pain.
• Help alleviate spasms and cramping of the muscles.
• Reduce migraine intensity.
• Help lessen the symptoms of depression and anxiety.
• Improve joint flexibility.

Massage can bring excellent benefits to your overall health, and can be a great addition to your regular healthcare routine.  

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Source: “The Benefits of Massage” by massagetherapy.com

http://www.massagetherapy.com/learnmore/benefits.php

Alternatives to Running

We can all agree that running is an excellent exercise for burning calories, but there are also many of us that either do not enjoy running, or are simply looking for ways to mix up our work-out routines.  Here are a few good alternatives that burn just as many, if not more, calories than running:

Rowing

Indoor rowing is a great total-body workout since it requires your arms, legs and your core.  According to Harvard University, a person can burn up to 12.5 calories per minute with vigorous rowing.

Jumping Rope

Jumping rope challenges many more muscle groups than running, and  also involves balance and coordination. If you were to jump at a moderate intensity of about 100-120 skips per minute, you would burn roughly 13 calories per minute.

Cross-Country Skiing

This exercise puts both your lower and upper body to work, and burns more calories than if you were to jog at the same pace. A solid session could burn up to 12 calories per minute, in fact. If you don’t have the option of outdoor skiing due to lack of snow, try the ski machine at your gym!

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Source: “10 Exercises That Burn More Calories Than Running” by Amanda MacMillan

https://www.yahoo.com/health/10-exercises-that-burn-more-calories-than-running-115316548823.html

July's Muscle of the Month

Latissimus Dorsi

Origin: 

•      Inferior angle of scapula, spinous processes of last six thoracic vertebrae, last three or four ribs, thoracolumbaraponeurosis, & posterior iliac crest

Insertion: 

•       Intertubercular groove of the humerus

Nerve:  

•       Thoracodorsal C6, 7, 8

Action: 

•       Extend the shoulder, adduct the shoulder, medially rotate the shoulder

                  

 When Do You Use Your

Latissimus Dorsi?

-  Paddling a kayak                       -  Zipping the back of a dress

      -  Walking with crutches              -  Climbing a rope