What better way to health than to spend an hour of your time having a massage? In Thailand you can have a Thai Yoga Massage or a Thai Foot Massage for health; it is not an act of pure self-indulgence to be accompanied by a feeling of guilt (although it does feel wonderful), but a complete and holistic treatment for your mind, body and spirit.
Thai Massage has been found to improve circulation, joint range-of-motion and flexibility. It can reduce many common ailments such as stress, muscle tightness, aches and pains - even anxiety and depression.
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The Therapy Room in Welwyn Garden City is run by Diana Walsh. Diana is a qualified ITEC Reflexologist and Holistic Massage Therapist and a member of the International Guild of Professional Practitioners. Diana offers a range of truly relaxing treatments including Reflexology, LaStone Therapy and Holistic Massage.
The Welwyn Hatfield Complementary Practitioners Group is an organisation representing the interests of therapists in the area. It provides a forum for communication, education, support and publicty. The Group also produces a register of practitioners in the area.
Hertfordshire based In Balance Magazine has been published since 1997. It contains an eclectic mix of editorial with a pronounced interest in a balanced perspective on life. Articles range through lifestyle to health, with up to date information on nutrition, the specific needs of different age groups from babies to the elderly, eating out, travel, personal concerns and reviews of products. In Balance also offers a therapists directory – with an emphasis on Hertfordshire and surrounding areas. Subscription to In Balance is £12 a year which includes copies of both printed issues, available end February and end August every year.
Caroline has trained with Future Fit Training. Future Fit offers a range of courses including Personal Trainer, Gym Instructor, Nutrition Advisor and Advanced Exercise Specialist. Details can be found on their website.
The Register of Exercise Professionals gives details of people who have passed relevant qualifications in the fitness industry and have registered with them. The Register uses a process of self-regulation that recognises industry-based qualifications, practical competency, and requires fitness professionals to work within a Cod Code of Ethical Practice