Ascent Bodywork & Massage Therapy

02/09/2021

To cup or not to cup?

That’s totally up to YOU!

Cupping will benefit most people, if it’s something you actually want to do.

Some reasons to get cupping:
* Feeling tension in an area
* Painful knots
* Decreased ROM (range of motion)
* Injury, prevention/maintenance
* Wanting something different

Personally, cupping brings the most relief for me when my muscles are aching after a long day of massage or a hard workout.

So if you’re feeling tight and achey too, I’m happy to discuss how cupping can benefit you specifically (and adding cupping to a session is free and easy)!

Link in bio to book 🤍

30/08/2021

Utilizing various tools and techniques allows LMTs to serve you in the best way possible.

Cupping is one of those tools ❤️‍🔥 and one of my favorite ways to release tension for my clients!

Cupping:
* Lengthens superficial muscles and fascia
* Encourages new capillary growth (increases blood flow!)
* Removes stagnant blood from muscles by increasing fresh blood flow to the area
* Allows for fresh nutrients to enter the area (via the blood!)

More blood flow = more healing

Have you tried cupping? Thoughts?👇🏻

24/08/2021

A little forearm/elbow care on my day off.

Cupping at the elbow helps bring fresh blood to this sensitive area. As someone who uses their arms and hands as their main tools for work and hobbies, this is a great relief when tendinitis sneaks up!

Anyone else always have a cup attached to them? 😂🙋🏻‍♀️

18/06/2021

Sometimes, a simple remark can be the most appreciated - thank you to my client who wrote these kind words.

01/03/2021

Happy Monday, friends.

Spring is coming and the time of hibernation is just about over.

Are ya ready?

And don’t forget to take care of yourself today and everyday 🧡

19/02/2021

Massage is extremely beneficial and contributes to our well-being in countless ways, beyond just these 5 reasons.

Being in pain, physically and mentally, is hard on the body and massage can help bring us towards a relaxed state.

And all of these things are related to one another - we don’t recover well if we aren’t getting sufficient sleep, our circulation is poor if we’re constantly tense, we can’t relax if we are overly stressed and anxious, and so on.

It all comes down to relaxation - imagine how your body would feel if you could just relax, even if just for an hour while on the massage table. It WILL make a difference.

18/02/2021

Feeling grateful to be housed and safe while we get this snow and ice.

Stay safe out there folks, and do something for yourself today if you’re able 🧡

Appointments are open for this Sunday, Monday, and Friday! Hopefully the weather cooperates with us next week.

Link in bio to book ✨

15/02/2021

Who else is ready for the sun to come back?
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I’ll be dreaming of sunnier, warmer days while this ice melts.
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Come melt into the massage table; I’ll have the table warmer turned up ✨

11/02/2021

Cupping removes stagnant blood from our tissues, which allows fresh blood to enter the area and create a space for healing.
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I like to use cups on tense areas, usually on my back, to help relax and release overworked muscles. The release of the cup brings so much ease to my mind and body as the tension slowly melts away.
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How do you like to use cups?
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And here’s a reminder: I will be OPEN on President’s Day!
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If you aren’t working (or even if you are), treat yourself to an hour of relaxation by booking a massage with me.
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We can even add a little cupping if you’re interested ✨

10/02/2021

Celebrating because...Ascent Bodywork & Massage Therapy is *officially* open for business!
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I offer therapeutic massage, sports massage, and cupping, with full-body and focused-treatment options!
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And first-time clients get $20 off their first treatment.
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Ease your mind and body by booking an appointment through the link in bio 😌
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(Limited schedule until we find our forever-space, but that just means it’s the perfect time to take control of your physical and mental well-being by booking a massage NOW 😉)

Ascent Bodywork & Massage Therapy serves Richmond's active and outdoor community with therapeutic massage, sports massage, cupping, and more.