Courtney Truax, LMT

Hiking, Snowshoeing, & Getting Outside Should Be Fun, Not Painful.

I love getting outside whenever I can, and especially to go on trails and hikes. The fresh air, the beautiful scenery, and the nice workout that you get from it all, is great for the mind, body, and soul.

Also, did I mention what a great workout it is? Take your normal hiking trails, add snow and snowshoes, and you just amplified your intensity level!

Being a weekend warrior is not a bad thing. However, you need to properly take care of yourself before, during, and after your adventure. Trust me when I tell you that your body will thank you.

Read my blog post for some tips that I have found to be helpful in making the most of your outdoor adventures and post adventure.

https://www.bodyworkbycourtney.com/post/hiking-snowshoeing-getting-outside-should-be-fun-not-painful

Fijian Massage: A Barefoot Technique

In 2017, I took an intro course in Fijian Massage. As an Ashiatsu Practitioner (a barefoot massage modality), I was curious and wanting to learn more about other styles of barefoot massages. This led me to looking into Fijian Massage. Years later I contacted the founder and asked to do a training certification to add this amazing modality to my offerings. Like Ashiatsu, it is a style of deep pressure massage that is done solely by the feet, rather than the hands, and has been westernized to achieve a more comfortable experience for both the client and therapist.

Read my blog post for more details about Fijian Massages: https://www.bodyworkbycourtney.com/post/fijian-massage-a-barefoot-technique

Massaging Migraines Away.

If you are one of the millions of people who suffer from migraines, give massage therapy a try at helping to reduce the frequency and severity of the pain. Start incorporating massage therapy into your prevention and treatment regime.

Read my blog post for more information about how massage therapy can help reduce the effects of both tension and vascular headaches:

https://www.bodyworkbycourtney.com/post/massaging-migraines-away

Ten Benefits of Gratitude.

With Thanksgiving later this month, it is a perfect time to pause for a moment and think about all that you are grateful for in life. In our materialistic, instant gratification, modern world, we often forget to be thankful for everything that we have in our daily lives. We have become so focused on our wants and needs that we miss out on what is really important in our life, and it takes a toll on our health as well. There are many benefits when we express gratitude. It is mentally, physically, and emotionally healthy to focus on what we are grateful for each and every day.

Read my blog post to learn more about the benefits of practicing gratitude.

https://www.bodyworkbycourtney.com/post/ten-benefits-of-gratitude