Massage Therapy and Weight Loss Goals

Posted: June 21st, 2019

Maintaining your weight is an important part of healthy living so that you don't develop other medical issues. With massage therapy, you can meet your weight loss goals easily because spa treatments are beneficial. Here are six ways that having bodywork from a licensed massage therapist can help you to lose weight. 

Way 1: Improving Your Body's Digestive System 

With a massage of your abdomen, your digestive system is stimulated, helping your stomach and intestinal tract to absorb the nutrients from foods faster. You may have a sluggish digestive system, especially when you change your diet, but bodywork can prevent this problem. 

Way 2: Reducing Your Body's Cortisol Levels

Your body manufactures cortisol naturally, but if you are feeling anxiety, then your body produces more of this hormone. Many researchers believe that excess cortisol leads to gaining weight, so you should find ways to reduce mental and physical stress. One of the best ways to do this is by relaxing at a day spa where you can enjoy professional massage therapy. 

Way 3: Increasing Your Body's Metabolic Rate

A vigorous massage at a day spa can increase your body's metabolic rate, helping you to burn calories more efficiently. Professional bodywork from a licensed massage therapist can help you to lose additional pounds each month, helping you to reach your weight loss goals quickly. 

Way 4: Preventing the Injuries Caused by Exercise

For the best health and wellness, while you are trying to lose weight, you should also exercise while you are adjusting your daily dietary plan. Before beginning your exercise routines, you should warm your body's muscles and tendons to increase blood circulation so that you are less likely to experience an injury. 

Way 5: Relaxing Your Tight Muscles after a Workout 

After an intense workout to lose weight, you can have tight muscles, but with massage spa treatments from a licensed massage therapist, you can avoid having a stiff back or legs that make it impossible to exercise. 

Way 6: Rewarding Yourself for Losing Weight 

If you reach your weight loss goals each week, then you can reward yourself with spa treatments. In addition to massage therapy, you can schedule a pedicure, haircut or manicure as a reward for losing the correct amount of weight.