Relaxation

Relaxation and Modern Lifestyle

In today's modern life most of us have forgotten to or simply don't have time to relax. Relaxation is such a fundamental part of what constitutes a healthy work life balance required to promote and maintain health and well being. Allowing time to relax can be one of the most powerful answers to stress and stress related illnesses.

Some people thrive on stress its what makes them tick, but for others the continual grind of a hectic life can take its can toll. Relaxation can be achieved in many ways most of which are simply by doing what we want to do as oppose to what we think we should be doing, by spending time with friends and family and working less all these can help us to relax more.

But this is not the case for all people as the effect stress and not taking time out to relax can vary dramatically from person to person with the effects and symptoms in some chronic cases of stress being very debilitating and in some cases has been to the development of other diseases.

At Inside&Out we offer many real practical and pleasurable treatments that help promote relaxation and alleviate stress. Come down to our Edinburgh salon and relax in our warm and welcoming treatment rooms and meet our friendly qualified therapists who will help you get all the right treatments you need to ensure full relaxation. Please contact us to book an appointment, or call for further information.

There are many techniques available to help with relaxation some which involve you going through a routine to calm the mind and body, some others which involve another person to help you achieve the relaxation you require, it is down to preference of the individual as to what relaxation method suits as long as it works for you and can be fitted into your life and routine then it's fine. The relaxation techniques available are many and varied, ranging from Ancient techniques to calm the mind through to modern evolved techniques that use technology to achieve precise brain states - remember Relaxation should be fun and enjoyable never a chore as then it has stopped working for you, so take time out today to relax using music or spending time with friends.

Here are a few relaxation techniques and treatments we offer here at Inside&Out from our Edinburgh salon -

Yoga, Reiki, Reflexology, Indian Head massage, Swedish massage, Aromatherapy, Hot Stones massage, Breathing techniques, Remedial massage, Hopi ear candles.

Please call or send a booking enquiry form, and one of our therapists will be happy to advise on the relaxation treatments we offer and their suitability and benefit to you.

Relaxation is key to fighting stress along with many other factors including diet, sleep and environmental factors. We need to learn to regain the balance of a healthy lifestyle and manage our stress.

What happens when we are stressed - when we are stressed chemicals are released into the blood stream which make us act appropriately, this is part of an old safety mechanism used by mankind when being able to react quickly was a very basic survival requirement. It is when this mechanism is reacting and we are unable to deal with or dissipate the chemicals secreted that it becomes a problem, as these chemicals can often have a nasty effect on our well being and state of mind.

What happens when we relax - when we are relaxing, chemicals promoting relaxation are released in to the bloodstream causing the tension in muscles to dissipate slowing the heart and general feeling of well being and happiness is created the total opposite of when we are stressed.

Why to relax - stress increases the heart rate to dangerous levels, increasing and fluctuating blood pressure and raising it permanently, increase your breathing rate and make it difficult to control - especially in difficult circumstances, Reducing the bodies ability to intake oxygen or over oxygenate the body, restrict the blood flow to major organs and circulation to muscles, cause additional tension overall.

Relaxation is one major effective way to implement a lasting decrease of stress levels of which there are many forms available.

This accompanied by a healthy diet and lifestyle including sufficient sleep can help overall health. Most often here at Inside&Out we see clients who are suffering from stress who need to approach overall health to address the stress which may be from a combination of source such personal problems, relationships, overworking and diet.

To rebuild the health we advise looking at all areas to increase health and vitality, which will generally have the effect of profound relaxation.

For diet issues we can recommend Colonic Hydrotherapy alongside Detox and diet, please ask one of therapists for further advice, either over the phone, or drop into our Edinburgh salon where they will be happy to assist you. Our website is also full of useful information about all our treatments, so relax, and have a browse.

Relaxation will almost certainly result in fewer common symptoms of stress and modern life. Some of which can be categorised as below -

Fewer general physical symptoms, back/ stomach/head aches, emotional responses, anger, irritation and frustration, higher energy levels, marked improved concentration, better equipped ability to deal with problems, efficiency in daily problems - the stress related symptoms that can be dealt with through proper application of relaxation techniques is staggering.

We can help with Relaxation and fighting the symptoms of stress, give us a call today or just pop into the Edinburgh salon.

Remember - book five and get one free.