Ever wanted to try a Thai massage, but hesitated because you’re not quite sure what to expect? An effective Thai massage can be both invigorating and energetic! Unlike typical Western-style massages that focus on kneading your muscles and pressure points, your practitioner uses stretching, pulling, and rocking techniques to relieve tensions, promote relaxation, and improve flexibility and circulation. Fun fact: Thai massage is also referred to as assisted yoga! The massage focuses on improving the flow of energy throughout your body and the stretches incorporated are gentle. Your therapist wil ..read more

People who experience high levels of stress tend to get sick more than others. Combine stress with lack of sleep and poor nutrition, and our immune system’s ability to naturally protect itself against bacteria and infection is greatly reduced. So, what are the benefits of massage on immune system? Clinical studies have indicated that regular massage not only helps alleviate stress, but can naturally increase the immune system’s cytotoxic capacity (the activity level of the body’s natural “killer cells”) and decrease the number of T-cells, which improves the body’s immune functioning overall. M ..read more

By Holly Potter, L.E., L.M.T. With routines disrupted and time on our hands it’s a great idea to allow ourselves the space to enjoy a self-care routine that gives us the inner strength to deal with our present situations at hand. It’s no secret that people who don’t give themselves the care that they give to others will usually end up stressed and burned out. To stop this happening to you, develop an attitude of nurturing – take care of your mind, body and soul every day, in small ways and occasionally (but regularly) bigger ways too. Self -are is non negotiable these days, but you have to m ..read more

For years experts have touted the benefits of functional medicine and alternative therapies as solutions to health concerns most people go to the doctor for. But for many, the idea of getting a massage to treat a headache is a little outlandish. Or is it?  The benefits of clinical massage therapy are as wide as they are varied, and nobody knows that better than Everything Zen of Connecticut. For more than 10 years, we’ve treated the people of Groton’s pain, and anxiety, and even helped them navigate difficult chronic conditions — all through clinical massage therapy. Read on to learn the ..read more

If you are wanting to better your health and strive towards a cleaner lifestyle, look no further than Everything Zen. At Everything Zen in Groton, Connecticut, our team of professional massage therapists and holistic coaches can help you uncover lasting wellness. Whether you are struggling with consistent pain, skin issues, or you want overall guidance on living a healthier lifestyle, our team can help! Keep reading to learn more about why people choose Everything Zen and contact us today to schedule your appointments. Holistic Healing At Everything Zen, we help our customers through holistic ..read more

If stress has you anxious, tense and worried, consider trying meditation. Spending even a few minutes in meditation can restore your calm and inner peace. Anyone can practice meditation. It’s simple and inexpensive, and it doesn’t require any special equipment. And you can practice meditation wherever you are whether you’re out for a walk, riding the bus, waiting at the doctor’s office or even in the middle of a difficult business meeting. Understanding meditation Meditation has been practiced for thousands of years. Meditation originally was meant to help deepen understanding of the sacred an ..read more

Massage therapy has countless benefits for athletes and those who enjoy sports, including improved performance, faster recovery from injury, and injury prevention. It’s hardly surprising that so many athletes and sport lovers are turning to regular massage and making it an essential part of their routine. Some of the positive effects of massage that athletes particularly benefit from include: Reduced muscle tension Better muscle tone Promoting relaxation Increased range of motion Improved soft tissue function Decreased muscle stiffness Less muscle fatigue after exercising Improved performance ..read more