Kristin Kymer, LMT

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So far Kristin Kymer has created 24 blog entries.

Creating a Comfortable Workspace For Yourself & Your Body

Creating a Comfortable Workspace For Yourself & Your Body One of the fallouts of the COVID-19 pandemic has been that a large part of the American workforce is currently operating from home. For many employees and business owners, the work-from-home trend may continue even when the virus is finally behind us. In this scenario, it is vital to create a healthy and comfortable workspace at home. If you foresee yourself working from home for a fairly long time to come, it’s time [...]

By Kristin Kymer|2021-02-01T00:03:37-05:00June 19, 2020|Massage|

Self Massage In Between Appointments

Life gets busy and we understand that you may not be able to make it in for a massage every week since massage has so many wonderful benefits such as reducing stress, relieving muscle tension, lowering blood pressure, boosting immunity and more. In order to keep the positive effects going, you can give yourself some easy self massages in between appointments. So put some relaxing music on, light your favorite candles and grab a seat in your comfiest chair. Here are some easy [...]

By Kristin Kymer|2021-02-01T00:08:20-05:00February 7, 2020|Self Care|

Give Your Partner a Relaxing Massage this Valentine’s Day

Keep it cozy this Valentine’s Day by staying inside and offering your partner a relaxing massage. Delivering the perfect massage may sound like pressure, but your Valentine will feel nothing but pleasure. Your partner will appreciate the attention and pampering, and the experience will help to create a more intimate bond between the two of you. You’ve got this! Here’s what to keep in mind: Ambiance is Everything Choose a quiet/clutter-free space You’ll want to pick a quiet space where you can [...]

By Kristin Kymer|2021-02-03T15:39:48-05:00February 1, 2020|Massage|

The Effects of Regular Therapeutic Massage on the Body

Is one of your goals in this new decade to focus on your health? One easy way to do that is by incorporating regular massage therapy into your routine. Regular therapeutic massage impacts your overall health. Here’s how: Boosts Immunity It seems like just about everyone is battling the flu, a bad cold, or some other virus this time of year, and you’d like to not catch it! Regular massages can make the immune system stronger according to the American Massage Therapy Association [...]

By Kristin Kymer|2020-12-06T02:07:09-05:00January 15, 2020|Massage|

Keep Your Skin Glowing This Winter

The harsh winter weather can wreak havoc on the skin. The skincare routine that you just got down, and was working fabulously a few months ago, may seem like it is failing you now, leaving you with dry, dull skin. Not only are you not loving the look, but it is also painful. Don’t worry - you are not alone! So many people are looking for relief that there’s an entire day dedicated to it -- National Winter Skin Relief Day on January [...]

By Kristin Kymer|2020-12-06T02:07:34-05:00January 1, 2020|Self Care|

Nine Ways to Fit Self Care into Your Busy Schedule

End-of-year work commitments, family gatherings, dinners that need to be made, houses that need to be cleaned, presents that need to bought – we can all agree right now is a busy and stressful time of the year! It may seem silly that we are suggesting you make room in your schedule for self-care. But making a little time for yourself will help you feel your best – a must when it comes to tackling that to-do list. Here are nine ways to [...]

By Kristin Kymer|2020-12-06T02:08:44-05:00December 15, 2019|Self Care|

Prevent Illness and Boost Your Immunity with a Massage

It may be the most joyful time of the year, but along with the beautiful snow, crowds of people, and a drop in temperature comes the sickness – something we’d all like to avoid! Flu season peaks in the winter, with the cold weather keeping people indoors and in closer proximity to one another. Also, according to Medical News Today germs are more likely to survive and spread in cold and dry conditions. Another thing to keep in mind is that blood pressure [...]

By Kristin Kymer|2021-02-01T00:08:57-05:00December 1, 2019|Self Care|

Giving the Gift of Health

Another shopping season has begun…and so has the stress! It’s always difficult buying for those you care about the most. You want to give them something they’ll love, something they can benefit from, and something memorable. One gift that checks off all the boxes, and is especially appreciated at this time of year, is a massage! With the busyness of the holidays, one thing your family and friends may be overlooking is their health. Help them prioritize themselves with a massage. Here [...]

By Kristin Kymer|2020-12-06T11:44:05-05:00November 25, 2019|Massage|

Healthy Feet are Happy Feet

All of that circling around the mall, waiting in line, and standing for long hours takes a toll on the feet, especially during this busy time of the year. Our feet do so much for us every day, it’s time we take care of them. Here are a few ways you can treat your feet: Reflexology This is one of the many services we offer at Balanced Body Therapeutic Massage. Reflexology is the practice of applying pressure to the feet utilizing specific thumb, [...]

By Kristin Kymer|2020-12-06T02:10:34-05:00November 20, 2019|Self Care|

Five Reasons to Book your Massage Today

Ahhh – a massage! It feels so good, is therapeutic, and just the thought of getting one puts many of us into total relaxation mode. Do you really need any other reason to book yours? Since it’s National Massage Therapy Awareness Week, we’ll give you five good ones. Relieve Stress, Reduce Depression and Anxiety, and Get a Better Night’s Sleep Massages affect the body’s biochemistry in a great way. Researchers have found that getting a massage can lower cortisol levels (the stress hormone [...]

By Kristin Kymer|2020-12-06T02:09:53-05:00October 25, 2019|Massage|

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