B O D Y W O R K With Rach

06/11/2025

NEW TREATMENT BOOKABLE NOW!

Lymphatic drainage massages utilize special techniques to stimulate the movement of fluid and inflammation through the body. This is not a deep tissue treatment.

Lymphatic massages provide relief to those suffering with digestive concerns or bloating, pain relief for those with chronic inflammation or injuries, help to reduce brain fog, boost your immune system, and more!

Contact me today if you would like to incorporate or switch up your current massage therapy appointment to focus on your detoxification system - the lymphatic 💆‍♀️

13/08/2025

I sometimes feel like a broken record when talking about the cause of many people’s pain…

You are in pain because you DON’T move, and the only way to improve is by moving your body!

Today’s society and culture is so heavily dependent on sitting, which puts so much stress on your spine, creates joint immobility, muscle stiffness and weakness, as well as pressure related injuries

This is why we NEED to make the effort to prioritize time to move your body! Anything is better than nothing, but we should aim for a minimum of 150 minutes of moderate-vigorous intensity exercise a week as well as 2-3 sessions of strength training

If pain is restricting your ability to move, send me a message and let’s get you started with a plan that works for you! 🤍 📥

18/02/2025

14/01/2025

Don’t let tight hips hold you back!!! Sitting at a desk all day, long commutes, intense workouts, or even carrying kids around can leave your hips feeling tight and stiff.What do stiff hips feel like?🔥 Difficulty squatting or lunging🔥 Discomfort in your lower back, hips, and knees🔥 Feeling “stuck” or restricted during workouts or daily movementsThis mobility flow will help!💡 Open up your hips💡 Reduce tension and pain💡 Move freely and confidentlyGive it a try and notice the difference in how you feel. Your body will thank you! 🙌Save this video for later, and sent to a friend who could use this! 📥

31/12/2024

As 2024 comes to a close I want to celebrate some of my wins as I always encourage my clients to, and something that we don’t always do as much as we should

🩵 I learned a new sport (kickboxing) and now can’t see myself not having it in my life

🩵 I travelled across the world and experienced, learned, and lived in the moment

🩵 I stayed consistent with my exercise more than ever and am so proud of the progress I’ve made

🩵 I invested in my business - stepped out of my comfort zone and have so much planned for the new year

🩵 I had hard conversations, set boundaries, and stuck to them

🩵 I took care of my mental health

🩵 I grew, a LOT

Thank you to those who were in my corner, on my side, and have never stopped supporting me. Only onwards and upwards for 2025, and I couldn’t be more excited to see where this year takes me

Big goals, big plans, big ambitions 🩵

20/02/2024

Important clinic updates…

I have made the difficult decision to help restore a bit more work life balance by condensing my practice to one location. This was not an easy decision, and I am very grateful for the memories and people I have met at Athletify 🤍

There is another massage therapist at Athletify who can take over patient care for me, or I am also available at my other location Total Health and Wellness

Thank you all for the support in this transition period

01/06/2023

What’s the best way to maintain massage results for the long term? Follow these suggestions for how to keep your body feeling it’s best…

🤍 HYDRATE + NUTRITION

Massage therapy focuses on circulation and fluid movement, meaning that you will likely have to go to the washroom more post-treatment. Replenishing these fluids are always recommended as well as fuelling your body with nutrient dense foods to help promote recovery and decrease inflammation

🤍 HEAT OR ICE

Depending on what you came in for will dictate the hydrotherapy application. Inflammation? Use ice for 10 minutes. Muscle tension? Use heat for 20 minutes. Chat with me if you need more guidance.

🤍 EPSOM SALT BATH

The warm water will help to relax muscles even further as well as Epsom salts help to promote recovery, reduce pain and inflammation

🤍 LIMIT VIGOROUS ACTIVITY BUT STILL MOVE

Don’t go and do a heavy leg workout after we just worked on your quads! You will be providing more cellular stress to your body. We just worked to relax the muscles, so let’s not go and undo the progress. Plus, you may end up hurting yourself. Instead, opt for a workout that does NOT involve the muscle groups worked on, OR do some light activity such as a walk. Don’t forget, blood flow is what helps with your healing!

Questions? Shoot me a message 🤍

02/03/2023

WE ARE 1️⃣

Thank you for all of the AMAZING support over the last year 🎉 it truly has been an amazing ride

Now… let’s give back!

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Getting a free treatment has never been easier! This is for all of you and thank you for making this year incredible ❤️

09/02/2023

🌟 F U N C T I O N 🌟

You might remember I did a poll a couple months back, asking all of you what exercises you thought were most functional! The results made me want to dive in deeper to explain what is a functional movement…

These functional movements may vary person to person, but we all have the basics to focus on! (Last slide)

As mentioned… functional training is all about training for
🌟 Function
🌟 Quality of life
🌟 Capability

More questions about functional training? Shoot me a DM and let’s chat 💬

- Rach

30/01/2023

ABDOMINAL MASSAGE 💆‍♀️

Not a common thought when you think of massage therapy, but oh is it ever so good!

Abdominal massages are great for the following treatment options…

✔️ Lymphatic drainage and bloat
✔️ Menstrual cramping
✔️ Constipation
✔️ IBS
✔️ Caesarian scar work
✔️ Breathing dysfunction
✔️ Rib pain
✔️ Asthma or chronic cough
✔️ Lower back pain
✔️ Prolonged seated positions
✔️ Pulled musculature in core

Do any of the above relate to you? Let’s incorporate some massage therapy work into the abdomen and get you feeling like your best self!

📍 Athletify
📍 Total Health and Wellness

- Rach