Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals (ABMP)

What does a sports massage therapist actually need to know about anatomy and physiology?

Ruth Werner sits down with Dr. Portia Resnick to dig into her new book—and the answer is more than you might expect.

Episode 565 of The ABMP Podcast is out now.

www.abmp.com/podcasts/ep-565-anatomy-and-physiology-sports-massage-dr-portia-resnick-i-have-client-who-pathology

With HB 3000 eliminating the Advisory Board of Massage Therapy in Oklahoma, LMTs now have just one seat on the Board of Cosmetology and Barbering (Board). That means just one voice to guide the future of the profession. ABMP is helping strong candidates be considered by the Board, and we want to hear from you.

Send your resume to [email protected]. Learn more (including board qualifications) in our blog.

https://d10-web-app.abmp.com/updates/legislative-updates/oklahoma/new-law-oklahoma-needs-your-voice-board

Hot take incoming 🌶️

Chair massage doesn't get nearly enough credit.

Table or chair: which do you prefer? Drop your answer below 👇 and tell us why. We're listening!

We asked. You answered.
43% of massage therapists wish they had more time for continuing education.
34% said business and marketing.
Only 8% said client communication.
Which one hits closest to home for you?
The full responses are definitely worth a read.

https://www.abmp.com/massage-and-bodywork-magazine/issues/spring-2026/what-area-of-your-practice-do-you-wish-you-had-more-time-for

Not sure what comes next after massage school?
Join us this Wednesday, June 17 at 10 a.m. MT for Launch Lab, ABMP's free live virtual series built for students who are ready to stop guessing and start building.
And it's free to attend! Sign up at abmp.com/launchlab

Minnesota enacted HF 3825, which introduces optional registration for massage and Asian bodywork therapists and advances the profession with clearer standards and state-level oversight.

Is registration right for you and do you qualify? Get the full details in our blog.

Blog link: https://www.abmp.com/updates/legislative-updates/minnesota/minnesota-adopts-optional-registration

Is your stretch actually reaching the right muscle?

Most therapists know how to stretch the neck. But a generic stretch only reaches the tightest muscle, not necessarily the one that needs it.

Dr. Joe Muscolino breaks down the multiplane approach to targeted neck stretching in the Spring 2026 issue of Massage & Bodywork. Full article at abmp.com/massage-and-bodywork-magazine/issues/spring-2026/multiplane-stretching-of-the-neck

Healing hands. Open doors. Inclusive spaces. More love. Happy Pride Month to the massage and bodywork community. ABMP is proud to be in your corner. 💖🌈

📣 Last Chance to Tell Your Unique Massage Story!

The Massage Is for EveryBody contest closes June 1, 2026—be one of 10 inspiring practitioners who wins $1,000 for the work you're already doing. 🙌

And don't forget: one massage school will win $2,500 too! Educators, be sure to enter before time runs out. ⏳

Whether you’ve volunteered, partnered with your community, or created access to healing where it’s needed most—tell us how you’ve made an impact.

🔗 Submit your winning essay (or video) before the contest closes!

We can’t wait to celebrate you during Massage Is for EveryBody week, July 19–25, 2026. 🫵

https://www.abmp.com/massage-is-for-everybody-awards

Today we slow down and remember the ones who never made it home. We're grateful for their courage, sacrifice, and the freedom they gave us. Thank you. 🇺🇸