From one leader to two winners, Human Touch® congratulates what many call the greatest beach volleyball team of all time - Kerri Walsh and Misty May-Treanor.

 

We will be adding 7 new Human Touch models to our website this month. They include 3 of the iJoy chairs (iJoy 130, iJoy 300, and the HT-2720) and 4 regular HT chair models (HT-5270, HT-5320, HT-103, HT-5005). We are excited to add these chairs to www.massage-chair-relief.com.

I am continually amazed at the physiological benefits gained from regular use of a massage chair. It seems that we regularly get feedback from clients about how they feel better using the chairs. Some of the feedback is surprising and, in some cases, even counter-intuitive. We have seen a few clients with diabetes notice an increase in peripheral sensation following the use of the foot and calf massage feature…which is amazing to me.

Dr. Alan Weidner
http://www.massage-chair-relief.com

In fact, the rewards of exercise can lead one to doing too much. Running, for example, delivers a series of psychological benefits that are virtually unique: a significant boost to vitality with a positive attitude being the ones most commonly praised. The after-exercise glow is such a wonderful lifestyle change that many beginners assume that going faster and farther will increase the good feelings. Unfortunately, this often leads to aches, pains, and fatigue.

Over the 35+ years that I’ve been coaching, I’ve developed a pattern of training elements that has allowed most of my individual coaching clients to enjoy the experience as they benefit from the physical and psychological enhancements from exercise.

Start slowly. Most exercisers know that they need to warm up. I have my runners walk for 3-5 minutes, and then alternate a 20-60 second run with a 60 second walk for 10 minutes. At that point, most can ease into the pace for that day.

Insert recovery breaks before fatigue builds up. On long runs and races, I have my runners continue to insert walk breaks, usually every 1-4 minutes, to the end of the run. This reduces fatigue, speeds recovery, and can almost eliminate injury. My surveys surprisingly show that the walk breaks allow runners to run faster. Cyclists have “gliding” breaks, and those using exercise machines can reduce the level of exertion significantly for a minute, every 3-5 minutes to achieve the same result. The continuous use of the muscle at a high level of exertion will exhaust muscle fibers and break them down quicker.

Pacing. Most exercisers can work too hard in the beginning of a workout without realizing that it is too hard. It is always better to start more slowly. Whatever is saved during the first 10 minutes can be used during the important mid-workout exertion. Even better, if you ease into your workout, you can feel good to the end.

Warm down gently. Muscles recover better if they are not pushed harder and harder to the very end. By easing off during the last 10 minutes, damage can be significantly reduced, and blood flow can help to remove some of the waste products that accumulated during the workout. Continuing to walk after a run, for example, will allow the muscles to help pump blood back to the heart. Standing around after a good workout can put a lot of stress on the cardiovascular system. Keep moving!

Manipulate the muscles. I melt into my Human Touch massage chair after I’ve had my post workout warmdown. Tired muscles have always felt better after a session, and especially the next day.

Note: Over a million runners and walkers have attended Jeff Galloway clinics, running schools, wonderful retreats, training programs or read his books. To subscribe to his free newsletter and/or blog, visit www.JeffGalloway.com

 Dr. James Rouse

Dr. James Rouse is a naturopathic physician with extensive credentials in the wellness field including post-doctorate work in acupuncture, Chinese medicine and transpersonal psychology.

Of course, guys who wield sledgehammers for a living have to worry about injured backs. But more and more, desk jockeys are realizing the agony of back pain. Hours of hunching over a computer keyboard while sitting in a office chair, followed by vigorous exercise to work off the stress it causes, is the perfect recipe for a sore back. Making even the simplest tasks huge, painful challenges.

But there is hope. Quite luxurious, indulgent and stylish hope, in fact. Turns out regular massage from Human Touch massage chairs can help prevent back pain from rearing its ugly head and relieve it more quickly once it shows up.

Human Touch massage chairs ease pain and hasten recovery by gently and gradually stretching and manipulating muscles, joints and ligaments, which improves flow of oxygen-rich blood. Frequent massage also prompts the body to release endorphins - the body’s natural painkiller - to relieve muscle tension and stiffness. The results? Faster recovery, improved range of motion and simply feeling better.

There may be no cure for long hours at the office (except maybe hitting the Lotto), but there is way to prevent and heal back pain. Regular massage from Human Touch massage chairs can help you feel better, play better and perform better.

If you are a practicing chiropractor, you would be well advised to purchase and use Human Touch massage chairs in your office as a therapeutic tool!

Dr. Mike Nathanson
Nathanson Chiropractic, PA
Lake Worth, Florida

Dr. Nathanson, D.C., F.I.C.A., F.F.A.C., D.A.C.T.S., Doctor of Chiropractic, has built a successful career in treating everyday people by helping them achieve optimal wellness through chiropractic techniques and services.

 In September, we will be showcasing the chairs at the PGA Championship Tour at Willow Creek Country Club, here in Salt Lake City. We went to the Press Conference yesterday, had a fantastic breakfast, and were introduced to the tournament director. Then we went golfing, which, I might add, was quite a humbling experience for me (I think I deserve to get to know Tim Clark, PGA professional and one of my fellow Human Touch Wellness Council members, for some tips to prevent complete and utter humiliation next time!). One of our HT-1650 massage chairs will be in the player’s lounge for their enjoyment during the tournament. We will also be one of 7 vendors at the 18th hole for visitors and players alike to peruse and try these beautiful massage chairs.

We are also working on an endorsement/advertising arrangement with Real Golf Radio, hosted by Brian Taylor and Bob Casper. They broadcast from right here in Utah, and have an estimated audience of 200,000 golfers across the nation and in the armed forces overseas. We are looking forward to this relationship. Bob and Brian are great fellows and are fast becoming great friends to Massage Chair Relief.

Our showroom continues to grow. We boast the largest massage chair showroom in the state of Utah, if not most of the surrounding states as well. Of course, the vast majority of massage chairs in our showroom are Human Touch massage chairs. They outsell the other manufacturers by far, from our experience. We will be introducing the iJoy and Perfect Chair in August to our showroom, bringing our total number of display massage chairs to 13.

Looking forward to an exciting August!!

Dr. Alan Weidner
http://www.massage-chair-relief.com

As you’re lying there face down listening to the panpipes of the Peruvian rainforest CD with only a skimpy towel between you and the massage therapist whose elbow is nearly piercing your left ventricle, you think to yourself - is this really worth it? Turns out, the answer is yes.

Massage is proven to provide several measurable benefits. And with Human Touch massage chairs, you can enjoy all the advantages of massage - and none of negatives of the day spa - wherever and whenever you desire.

By replicating the hands and techniques of highly trained massage therapists Humantouch massage chairs deliver serious benefits that can help you feel better, play better and perform better.

The health benefits of regular massage are many. Lowering blood pressure, for instance, can help reduce the chance of stroke, heart attack, heart failure or kidney failure. Improving blood circulation increases the delivery of vital oxygen and nutrients to muscles and joints. And enhancing lymph flow stimulates the body to remove potentially damaging waste products and maintain its natural defense system.

Physically, frequent massage from high-end massage chairs is an integral part of many physical rehabilitation programs and chiropractic treatment plans. Human Touch massage chairs have proven to relieve back pain and sore muscles throughout the body, and are beneficial for alleviating chronic conditions, including arthritis and bursitis.

Equally important, Human Touch massage chairs can help improve mental state. Regular massage relaxes the body and mind, and releases endorphins, which relieves stress, increases relaxation and improves mood. And with reduced stress and tension comes deeper, more restorative sleep that makes the mind sharper at work and play.

Whether you’re playing 18 holes, climbing the corporate ladder or shuttling the kids to lacrosse, Humantouch makes it easy to enjoy the many benefits of massage at home or at work on your schedule. So you can get all the healthy physical and psychological advantages of regular massage, without the increasing costs, smelly oils and sharp elbows at the day spa.

            Now that these two adventure races are over, I have been re-directing my training to be a bit more triathlon-specific.  Ironman Hawaii is the next big race on my calendar, and I want to give this a solid effort.  I have been getting in the pool a lot more, and am riding my road bike on the weekends instead of my mountain bike.

            As I am still recovering from my long adventure races, I have to be very careful to listen to my body.  Some days, I have surprisingly strong workouts and feel like I have extra blood coursing through my veins.  On other days, however, I feel quite tired and end up sleeping almost 10 hours.

            On the work front, I have been very busy with travel.  I am currently on my fifth business trip in 3 months.  I work for an alternative energy startup company, which is very exciting and sometimes quite demanding.  One always feels the temptation to work more and do less of other things.  I’ve learned through other demanding jobs that this rarely ends up as a sustainable strategy, so I’ve actually made more of an attempt to put healthy boundaries around my work.  I believe that the combination of sport, rest and a healthy social network do much more to fuel a successful career than does the martyr approach.  In any case, the result is that I feel more motivated and excited by my job.

            I am looking forward to the month of August, where I can finally get into a zone with training and perhaps actually spend a few weekends in the Bay area, instead of traveling all over for work and races.  I’ve definitely got some solitary nights of movies in my massage chair planned, that’s for sure!!

Iona MacKenzie

A manufacturing engineer by trade, turned triathlete and adventure race competitor, Iona Mackenzie has built a reputation as one of the toughest competitors on the circuit. She has been dubbed the “Queen of the Machine,” for her machine like ability to overcome physical pain during races.

“Our bodies are the vessels which house our souls, hearts and minds. They are here for us to live through, not just to hang clothes on.  Play hard, work solid, eat well - and REST.  For me, that’s the quickest recipe to happiness.”

- Iona MacKenzie

In addition to the therapy I receive during events, my Human Touch massage chair has been very beneficial in maintaining my body while at home.   In the past I would get very stiff during my off-weeks without the help of the Tour’s physical therapy staff.  This year, my massage chair allows me to remain loose while watching television!

Hopefully, I will have some good golf to report in the next few weeks—I like the upcoming events, courses and I feel really good.  

All the best-

Tim Clark

Born in Durban, South Africa, Tim Clark, currently ranked 40^th in the World Golf Rankings, has a been successful player in the PGA Tour since 2001.