Description
Master your massage techniques like never before and pamper yourself properly with this all-encompassing guide to massaging.
Introducing Neal's Yard Remedies: Complete Massage- a one-stop health book with everything you need to know about the health benefits of massaging, from effleurage to epineuria!
Whether you're interested in becoming a massage therapist or considering taking a short course, this complete guide to every aspect of massage is the only reference book you'll need.
With passion in every page, this massage book includes:
-Featuring a diverse range of massage techniques both popular and lesser known
-Photographs with detailed annotations to make even the most advanced techniques easy to master
-Bespoke massage sequences from treating over 20 common complaints
-Take-away self-massage suggestions to provide an at-home tool kit to help treat conditions and assist in recovery
Before getting started, Neal's Yard Remedies: Complete Massage takes a moment to focus on your own preparation, with exercises to limber up the hands, the do's and don'ts of posture, and even the mental preparation needed to get in the zone! Also featured is a tools-of-the-trade inventory, from essential oils to optional extras such as diffusers and candles, discover plenty of top tips to create a calming yet professional massage set-up.
Proving the ideal gift for people wishing to train as massage therapists, this comprehensive book aims to aid their study, develop fundamental massage techniques and expand their knowledge along the way!
Follow clear, annotated photography to master core massage techniques; understand the key disciplines, from Swedish to Shiatsu, Reflexology and Thai; and access more that 30 custom treatments to boost well-being and treat a range of specific complaints.
A must-have volume for anyone wishing to understand the health benefits of massage, Neal's Yard Remedies: Complete Massage features top tips and techniques that form the foundation of massage practice, all clearly demonstrated with simple photography and detailed annotations.
At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why not explore other books in the Neal's Yard Remedies collection, craftily curated to suit your natural needs! Revolutionise your beauty regimen with Neal's Yard Remedies Natural Beauty and explore the awe-inspiring aromas within best-selling book Neal's Yard Remedies Essential Oils.
Explore the profoundly effective power of touch, led by experts at Neal's Yard Remedies.
About the Author
Chief consultant Victoria Plum is a principal tutor at Neal's Yard Remedies, working with a team of consultants specialising in the different massage disciplines.
Reviews
Whether you're a massage beginner looking to pick up some tips, or simply want to discover the wellness benefits, this beautiful guide will set you on your way. * Happiful *
All you've ever wanted to know about the art of massage. * Woman's Weekly *
"Will help you give a soothing massage." * Top Sante *
Book Information
ISBN 9780241373477
Author Neal's Yard Remedies
Format Hardback
Page Count 256
Imprint DK
Publisher Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Weight(grams) 890g
Dimensions(mm) 240mm * 202mm * 25mm