You never really need an excuse for a massage – it’s practically a divine right of… womankind. But your body might be screaming out for a Swedish massage without you even knowing it.
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1 1. You come down with every lurgey
You name it, you've caught it. Skip the vitamin injections and veggie smoothies (you can stop pretending you enjoy the taste of liquidised kale). A 45 minute Swedish massage session is powerful enough to actually alter your blood’s composition so it can better fight off illness. Result.
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2 2. You’re frantically googling ‘detox’
Enter detox 2.0 – AKA, Swedish massage. The firm strokes used in this treatment follow the direction of your heart, helping to drain metabolic waste from your limbs. And those long sweeping motions also boost lymphatic drainage (that's as clever as it sounds – it helps flush out toxins).
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3 3. You’re falling asleep at your desk
We haven't got the magic answer to this one. But there are ways to stop your eyes drooping come 4pm that don't involve fumbling blindly for caffeine. The aim of this treatment is to push blood towards your heart, giving your muscles a chance to rest. This means you feel refreshed and energised post-session. It’s like the best nap you never had.
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4 4. Your hormones are out of whack
It’s more than just your muscles that will get a massage – it'll also work out your hormones. You’ll experience an increase in dopamine (the motivation, reward and arousal hormone) and serotonin (the happy hormone). That can help you feel energised too.
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5 5. You’re starting to feel your age
Even if you're no longer (anywhere near being) a teenager, there's a remedy for creaking joints. The techniques in this massage type encourage blood flow to your large muscle groups, which helps lengthen and loosen tightness so you feel energised. Yup, we're getting wiser as well as older.
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FAQs
How does a Swedish massage help you fight off illness?
A 45 minute Swedish massage session can actually alter your blood’s composition to help your body better fight off illness. This means your immune system gets a natural boost, so you may find yourself catching fewer colds and flu.
How can a Swedish massage support your body’s detox process?
A Swedish massage uses firm strokes and long sweeping motions to assist in draining metabolic waste and boosting lymphatic drainage. This helps flush out toxins from your limbs and supports your body’s natural detox processes, making you feel cleaner from the inside out.
What benefits does a Swedish massage offer if you feel tired at work?
A Swedish massage pushes blood towards your heart, which helps your muscles rest. As a result, you can leave your session feeling refreshed and energised, similar to taking the best nap you never had in the middle of your workday.
How can a Swedish massage affect your hormones and mood?
During a session, you’ll experience an increase in dopamine and serotonin. These hormones play a key role in boosting motivation, happiness, and energy levels, helping you feel more balanced and uplifted.
Can a Swedish massage help with joint stiffness as you age?
Yes, the techniques in a Swedish massage encourage blood flow to large muscle groups, which can lengthen and loosen tightness. This can make your joints feel less stiff and help you stay more comfortable and energised, especially as you get older.