Self-care is an often underappreciated topic in massage and bodywork. Sustaining a long career can be challenging if self-care is not part of a therapist's primary practice. This course will take participants through how to take self-care seriously and prepare their bodies and minds for the long haul. Over the course of this workshop, participants will cover the following topics:

In this module, we review:

Breathing - Covering techniques to prepare for sessions, methods for facilitating healthier breathing during sessions, and unwinding practices to help restore breath after a session.

Body Mechanics - The hands take a toll when doing day after day of massage. We will review body mechanics and how to use tools such as fists, knuckles, and elbows to give the hands a break. Learning to leverage your body and sink without pressing for depth is also key to doing years of deep-tissue work.

Stretching and Strengthening…