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S'està carregant… Massage Mind and Bodyde Larry Costa
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Massage: Mind and Body Both a straightforward reference and an inspirational photographic guide on how to give and receive a massage, Massage Mind and Body outlines how to use different types of massage for beauty, health, and relaxation, as well as highlighting the top spa techniques from around the world. Larry Costa is considered an expert in the field of massage therapy. He has appeared on "The Today Show," "Live! With Regis and Kathie Lee," and "The View" and has written articles for Glamour, Cosmopolitan, New York Magazine, and The New York Times. His many celebrity clients include Julia Roberts, Cameron Diaz, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Gwyneth Paltrow. No s'han trobat descripcions de biblioteca. |
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 Google Books — S'està carregant…GèneresClassificació Decimal de Dewey (DDC)615.822Technology Medicine and health Pharmacology and therapeutics Specific therapies and kinds of therapies Physical therapies Therapeutic massageLCC (Clas. Bibl. Congrés EUA)ValoracióMitjana: (3.75)
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20 indulgent home routines and simple recipes for massage lotions make this the ultimate bliss-out book.
From the basic strokes to a full-body massage, step-by-step photographs guide you at every stage.
The ideal gift for anyone in the need of some well-deserved pampering.
Often referred to as 'massage therapist to the stars' and once named 'best in the city' by American Vogue, Larry Costa is one of New York's most sought-after massage therapists. He has acted as consultant on many successful spa projects and owned his own spa. Life is Beautiful, in New York's fashionable SoHo district. Experienced in the fields of chiropractic medical massage and sports massage, Larry spent two years working with the Miami Dolphins' medical team. He has made numerous appearances on US television, including The Today Show, Live with Regis and Kathie Lee, and The View. Larry has been featured in publications such as the The New York Times, New York magazine, Cosmopolitan, Glamour, Allure, and Time Out New York. He lives in New York, where he owns and runs his latest spa venture, The Parlor.
Larry Costa has massaged some of the world's most famous bodies, including Gwyneth Paltrow, Uma Thurman, and John Travolta. Massage: Mind and Body enables you to bring his renowned pampering and therapeutic techniques into your own home.
Larry guides you through his signature full-body massage-the one for which clients have been known to wait up to three months.
From seasonal wraps and exfoliating treatments, to a cleansing facial, and scalp massage, Larry describes pampering routines and provdes simple recipes for treatments oils and lotions.
Therapeutic routines show how to work tight knots out of tense muscles, ease backache, and soothe a headache.
Contents
1 What is massage
Defining massage
Preparing to massage
Posture for massage
2 Essential Strokes
Stroking
Fan stroking
Kneading
Pressrues
Percussion
Friction
Vibration
3 Full body massage
The back
The legs
The feet
The arms and hands
The torso
The neck and shoulders
Quick reference
4 Pampering spa routines
Cleaning facial
Amazing scalp massage
Rose hand treatment
Banishing cellulite
Barefoot in the park
Seasonal body scub
Papaya wrap
Ginger wrap
5 Massge for health
Working out knots
Sports massage
Lymphatic cleansing
Melt away headaches
Lower back pain relief
Sweet dreams
6 Self-massage routines
Soothing tired feet
Easing leg cramps
Relief for tired hands
Breathe easy
7 Seeking expert treatment
Useful resources
Index
About the author
Acknowledgments