Reflection

Well what a week it was! I loved being back in a learning environment! I came away on Thursday feeling tired but with a massive smile on my face. Most of my family were down that weekend and they all wanted a massage so have been getting a bit of practice in. I learnt heaps of things from draping to setting up the table, to having the correct stance while massaging. But what surprised me the most was how such a simple holding technique could be so relaxing. It’s the first thing my sisters commented on when I finished the massage. I desperately want a massage table now. They are brilliant. Nothing else really compares to it.
I have been trying to learn the anatomy of the back, from the bones up and am experimenting with the ways I learn again. I am curious about so many things and can’t wait for the next massage session.

Posture:
Posture is the way you hold your body and limbs. Without having a correct arrangement as a massage therapist this could cause many issues in the long term and may shorten your career choice. This is where the warrior and bow stance come into play. By tuning into your body, creating a stable base and becoming aware of warning signs of stressed and fatigued muscles you can prevent the most common injury for a massage therapist- Repetitive motion injuries. (according to Salvo's book)
A lot of clients will go to a massage therapist for back pain or shoulder and neck pain. Most of this is caused by bad postural alignment especially aggravated by their work habits. By allowing them to become aware of this it will greatly benefit the client and reduce tension.

Becky Leith

Becky (or Rebecca when in trouble) Leith

I was born and raised in Dunedin

I'm currently living in Mornington with 3 boys and I'm the only girl- so sometimes the flat is a little messy!

I have interests in all sorts of things: hockey, Pilate's, socialising, traveling

I am interested in doing massage as I want to be able to give somebody a massage and know that i have been able to allow them to relax for that hour at least. I love learning about the body as there is so much to know, so will enjoy learning more about us all.

Once I have finished this year I call tell already that I will not want to go back to a boring old office job so will most likely be enrolled in a related course!