Heart and Hara Studio
A Space to Learn, Grow and Be
Therapeutic Massage at the Studio
Heart and Hara Studio provides a nurturing environment for healing and holistic wellness. Massage is a part of returning the body to balance, and can have many positive results. Not only can massage improve your physical wellbeing, but it can help you reconnect to all the layers of being.
STUDIO UPDATE
Amanda Longie is no longer offering massage at Heart and Hara Studio. Amanda was an independent contractor at the Studio so please contact her directly regarding any sessions of gift certificates. 612-998-0376.
Studio Therapists
The Studio Therapists and Teachers are independent contractors and have their own policies and rates.
Please contact the therapist directly to schedule an appointment or with any questions.
Benefits of Massage
For more information about massage please read the article below.
The Benefits Of Massage
What exactly are the benefits of receiving massage or bodywork treatments? Useful for all of the conditions listed below and more, massage can:
- Alleviate low-back pain and improve range of motion.
- Assist with shorter, easier labor for expectant mothers and shorten maternity hospital stays.
- Ease medication dependence.
- Enhance immunity by stimulating lymph flow—the body’s natural defense system.
- Exercise and stretch weak, tight, or atrophied muscles.
- Help athletes of any level prepare for, and recover from, strenuous workouts.
- Improve the condition of the body’s largest organ—the skin.
- Increase joint flexibility.
- Lessen depression and anxiety.
- Promote tissue regeneration, reducing scar tissue and stretch marks.
- Pump oxygen and nutrients into tissues and vital organs, improving circulation.
- Reduce postsurgery adhesions and swelling.
- Reduce spasms and cramping.
- Relax and soften injured, tired, and overused muscles.
- Release endorphins—amino acids that work as the body’s natural painkiller.
- Relieve migraine pain.
There’s no denying the power of bodywork. Regardless of the adjectives we assign to it (pampering, rejuvenating, therapeutic) or the reasons we seek it out (a luxurious treat, stress relief, pain management), massage therapy can be a powerful ally in your healthcare regimen.
Experts estimate that upwards of ninety percent of disease is stress related. And perhaps nothing ages us faster, internally and externally, than high stress. While eliminating anxiety and pressure altogether in this fast-paced world may be idealistic, massage can, without a doubt, help manage stress. This translates into:
- Decreased anxiety.
- Enhanced sleep quality.
- Greater energy.
- Improved concentration.
- Increased circulation.
- Reduced fatigue.
Profound Effects
In response to massage, specific physiological and chemical changes cascade throughout the body, with profound effects. Research shows that with massage:
- Arthritis sufferers note fewer aches and less stiffness and pain.
- Asthmatic children show better pulmonary function and increased peak air flow.
- Burn injury patients report reduced pain, itching, and anxiety.
- High blood pressure patients demonstrate lower diastolic blood pressure, anxiety, and stress hormones.
- Premenstrual syndrome sufferers have decreased water retention and cramping.
- Preterm infants have improved weight gain.
Research continues to show the enormous benefits of touch—which range from treating chronic diseases, neurological disorders, and injuries, to alleviating the tensions of modern lifestyles. Consequently, the medical community is actively embracing bodywork, and massage is becoming an integral part of hospice care and neonatal intensive care units. Many hospitals are also incorporating on-site massage practitioners and even spas to treat postsurgery or pain patients as part of the recovery process.
Increase the Benefits with Frequent Visits
Getting a massage can do you a world of good. And getting massage frequently can do even more. This is the beauty of bodywork. Taking part in this form of regularly scheduled self-care can play a huge part in how healthy you’ll be and how youthful you’ll remain with each passing year. Budgeting time and money for bodywork at consistent intervals is truly an investment in your health. And remember: just because massage feels like a pampering treat doesn’t mean it is any less therapeutic. Consider massage appointments a necessary piece of your health and wellness plan, and work with your practitioner to establish a treatment schedule that best meets your needs.
Heart and Hara Studio
Located at 227 Barclay Avenue
in Downtown Pine River, MN
218-587-YOGA (9642
Owned by Amber Hunt
Studio Calendar
Amber's Upcoming Pause
I will be on leave April and May. I will not take any session requests after March. My last yoga classes before my leave will be Tues. Mar 30th, Wed. Mar 31st, Thurs. Mar 25th, and Sat. Mar 27th. Kara and Quinn will be subbing select Saturday classes 9-10:15am (schedule of sub dates is listed on the YOGA page). All pre-paid class packages that don't expire before my leave will be honored in forthcoming classes including Saturday classes with Kara or Quinn. Many thanks to all my students and clients and I look forward to coming back in June with a new schedule and new offerings. I will still reply to emails and keep updating the website and facebook so stay in touch!
