

Well…now it’s May.
It feels like it’s been a long time since I’ve seen any of you, because I stopped doing massage sessions in mid-March. I wasn’t confident that I could ensure client safety while doing massage, especially as… Continue reading
So the short update I have for you all is that I have decided to close my massage therapy practice temporarily at least through the end of April due to COVID-19. I will reevaluate weekly and have currently closed… Continue reading
It’s a serious concern, and it has always been, because I spend my days in a small room very close and touching other people. … Continue reading
There are plenty of tools that you can use to help yourself feel better in between massage appointments. There are foam rollers, therapy canes, electronic devices providing percussion or vibration, and balls of all kinds. If you hit YouTube, you’ll… Continue reading
I’ve gotten a lot of massage in the last 9 years. From students, new practitioners, well-seasoned therapists and instructors. I’ve gotten massage in spas, clinics, school, trade show floors and home offices. I’ve been worked on by practitioners who knew… Continue reading
The most Frequently Asked Question in massage: Do I need to get naked? The (very) short answer is…. No. Absolutely not.
Long answer I’ve found many massage therapists and bodyworkers say, “Undress to your level of comfort.” I think that’s… Continue reading
“New year, new you!”
Is there any time of year more obsessed with health habits than the new year? Even the “beach body” craze of late May doesn’t reach the same level of hype. Every time you turn the corner,… Continue reading
I’m Leslie Forrester and I own Quality Life Massage Therapy. This blog post is about what to expect during a massage with me. Although there are currently a few other therapists who make this office their home, they… Continue reading
5 Tips for Neck and Shoulder Care Between Massage Appointments Clients with neck and shoulder issues may often have their pain return before their next massage appointment. Work, play and children all make demands on the body. A dull ache… Continue reading