If you or someone you know is looking for the ultimate method of relaxation and removal of the stress and strains of a hectic lifestyle, then there is nothing quite like a soothing massage. Just lie back, close your eyes and relax whilst having all the knots loosened up to leave you feeling all the tension drifting away from your body. There are a variety of different massages to choose from, including full body, head, Swedish, hot stone massages or even deep tissue sports massages designed to really loosen up the muscles! Similarly, why not try a fabulous mud bath. Designed not only to condition your skin, they also help sooth your nervous system whilst easing away muscular tension. They both sound so good, who could turn them down?
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Massages and mud baths are ideal gifts for Mother’s Day and great gifts for her in general. There are many packages to choose from below all allowing some outstanding relaxation treatments and providing great ways to unwind and relax.
Choose a regular massage and let a professional knead the aching knots out of your muscles and tendons by applying pressure on areas of your body using hands, forearms, fingers or even elbows whilst you just lie on your front with your eyes closed enjoying the tension slowly drifting away.
Other variations include a Swedish massage that involves longer strokes up and down your body instead of focusing on one area at a time, or hot stone massages that involves the placing of warm stones (usually water heated) on sensitive parts of your back. The heat generated from the stones penetrates deep into your muscles with the purpose of relieving tension and aches and pains.
Alternatively, if you or someone you know is in a lot of pain or is regularly involved in physical activity then a deep tissue massage may be more practical. Perhaps more ideal as gifts for men than standard massages, as they tend to be a little rougher and hence are thought of as less pampering! Designed to remedy muscular-skeletal disorders, they focus on one area and the muscles located deep down below the surface.
On the other hand, you could try something completely different with a mud bath. Exactly as described, they involve either bathing in or covering yourself in a layer of mud. Once dried they help condition your skin whilst providing a feeling of deep relaxation and washing away stress.
There are some great packages available below to suit all individuals and all budgets. From quick twenty-five minute refresher massages available at popular UK wide chain health clubs making them extremely convenient, to more specialist or intensive / multiple treatments at private / dedicated spas.
Upon arrival and after being introduced to your qualified and professional therapist or masseuse on the day, you will be led to your private room where you may be asked various questions prior to your treatment starting. This is usually just a quick and informal discussing regarding your general health and condition. You may also be asked whether you have any particular painful areas on your body that you would like the therapist to focus on.
Following this, your therapist will leave you alone for a few minutes when you will be expected to strip down to your underwear in preparation for your treatment. Your treatments then normally require you to lie on your front on the plinths, place a towel over your mid-section and wait for the therapist to return and for the relaxation to begin!
Towels, bathrobes and sometimes even slippers are normally provided.
Depending on the massage or mud bath package or venue chosen, you may be allowed access to the clubs spa facilities following your treatment for further relaxation. This is normally the case at the health club options and well-known chains such as Bannatyne’s.
Important information
Duration
Your treatment time depends on the package and venues however please allow time for any consultations, changing of clothes and relaxation time between treatments.
If you package includes full access to spa facilities then you are allowed to use these at your own discretion into closing.
Are spectators welcome
Massage, mud bath and similar treatments are performed on a one on one basis with a qualified therapist in private rooms; they are not suitable for spectators.
Are these experiences weather dependent?
None of these experiences are affected by the weather. You will be so warm, snug and relaxed you will not even care what is happening outside!
Other information
All these experiences have minimum age requirements of either sixteen or eighteen years. If it is not visible in the product details then please visit the retailer for further information.
You will be expected to let the venue know of any skin allergies or medical conditions such as high blood pressure, pregnancy or any disabilities you may have when booking your treatment as this may affect the products and oils used.
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I booked both my husband and me in for a massage with spa facility use for our anniversary as he had just finished an extension on our house. He was a bit sceptical at first nonetheless we had such a relaxing time. It may have been something completely new for my husband but he really enjoyed it and said he would love to do it again, as the club is within town we may even go back soon.
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Gill Dando - Bannatyne Deep Tissue Sports Massage, Activitysuperstore.com
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