The Massuer: Swedish Back Massage

12/08/2009 | 12:00 AM

Swedish massage relaxes the body, releases toxins and refreshes sore muscles. Pick a partner and trade off giving each other this highly therapeutic rub.

Directions:

Position the person receiving the massage on his or her abdomen, on a massage table or on a mat on the floor.
Begin with long, sweeping strokes that cover the entire back.
Rub your palms together, then lay them on the back.
Knead the back muscles deeply, for a more penetrating effect.
Hit the back gently and rhythmically with cupped hands or fists.
Move the heel of your palms or sides of your hands forward and backward across the skin to loosen the muscles.
Lastly, gently pull the arms, legs and head to stretch the muscles.

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