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Today’s Discussions:
- Foot Massage & Your Health
- Benefits You Can Reap With Regular Foot Massage
- – Relieve Pain
– Reduce Stress
– Reduce Anxiety
– Rehabilitate Injuries
– Boost General Health
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Now, it’s his privilege to give you some Foot Rub tonight. Let him be a happy camper!
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Have you ever experienced a professional massage on your feet?
good morning everyone. watch our for the pranksters in your life, it is April Fools Day!
ok, so a foot massage, only when I get pedicures, and I’m due for another one. it will have to be a home spa day for me though. tightening the budget!
My toddler got upset when I mentioned to him yesterday about April’s Fool’s Day. He thought grown-ups did not know!
That is too cute. Maybe he is planning on playing an April Fool’s joke on Mom.
Good morning Good Morning from Sunny and beautiful New Yawk………pass the tea please
oh chilly NY! Whats the high temp for today? I’m from CT and living in sunny SC now. It will be 80 here today and I am looking forward to it!
It’s going to be 60’s here in NY! Woohoo, maybe all the snow will melt away today!
I am jealous.. but loving the temps in NY today is going to be a beautiful spring day
Good Morning!!! I Have NEVER myself had the luxury of a professional foot massage (but one exceptionally nice right about now) . I am not up to my typical antics today (I am the prankster of my family and friends). I’ll be entering my 9th month of pregnancy later this week and have severe indigestion this morning, plus was up half the night with a very sore back and restless leg syndrome.
I have lots to do today but I have to come up with a few antics for the kiddos…I was thinking of toilet papering their entry way to their bedrooms. bwaahaahaa
Lol – my little one would get a kick out of that! I was going to freeze my kids cereal but fell asleep before I got it in the freezer…Last year I made them meatloaf cupcakes for dinner and super glued several quarters to the sidewalk and driveway and enjoyed watching them try to pick them up
I seen the cereal one also and was going to do it, but forgot the grand kids are on Spring break. Love the quarters idea.
lol that’s funny what a good mom you are
I did the quarter one as a teenager at my local grocery store-NEVER laughed so hard in my life!! People from All walks of life tried to pick them up….Old people,young people,rich and poor….scuffing with their shoes, 1 guy used a rock and actually got one (another pulled out his pocket knife to no avail)…That was my favorite Prank Ever!! Wish I had a video camera back then (For sure would’ve been one of Americas funniest home videos 😉 ) We wont talk about the time I saran wrapped the toilet and got myself in the middle of the night
silly you, Thia!
Good Morning to all. Thank you #AMCoffee
oh wow you really could use a message now congrats on the baby
Good morning! No, I haven’t ever had a professional foot massage. To be honest, I’m embarrassed of my feet 🙁
Good Morning and Happy April to everyone! I would love a foot massage!
Good morning! Happy April Fools!! No, I have only received a body massage on our honeymoon and they never did feet!
Morning, it is to be 68 here in Cleveland but where the heck is the SUN! Oh, and it is rainy.
Foot massages, prior to my son I would get them monthly in the summer months and once in a while in the winter months. Post my son, the last one I had was when he was about 18 months old, he is three now.
No sun here either, but I’ll be happy with the 60’s. Thinking of taking the boys to the playground if it’s not too muddy 🙂
Oh my the sun just popped out! I am so happy!
hello everyone
Good morning, Happy April Fools Day 🙂
good morning friends well lets hope April will bring us some warm weather I see so of you have great weather well have a great day and glad to be here with you all
Good morning
I am here and I just got home from grocery shopping but I will participate as much as I can
Carmen,
You are good, early shopping is done!
I usually go late at night!
well glad you could make it Carmen
Hello and good morning everyone. 🙂
Good Morning every1! I go to a local place here called Foot Massage it’s $20 for an hour that is literally a head to toe experience using pressure points best value money wise and you feel like a million bucks afterwards.
Now that sounds like a good deal!
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Did You Know That Foot Massage Is More Than Just a Blissful Relaxation?
Here are the major points WHY you should get Foot Massage Frequently!
– Relieve Pain
– Reduce Stress
– Reduce Anxiety
– Rehabilitate Injuries
– Boost General Health
I know it reduces stress! my dear hubby got me a foot massager for home and boy is it fantastic!
OMG Nothing like going for a pedi and just feeling pampered………..Love it..
Kelly,
Just imagine your own masseuse at home giving all those foot rubs! Oh, my, that’s the way to go to heaven!
oh yes it would be I want to go to heaven with a message
Sounds heavenly!!! I need a foot massage to help me with all of the above 🙂 (never had a professional pedicure either-but one of these days I am determined to)
I really should consider foot massages on a regular basis. I’m in chronic pain, which leads to stress and anxiety.
I agree with you on the stress level and anxiety, but I hope you can get help for the chronic pain you are in. Prayers are with you.
Cynthia,
Have you tried SELF MASSAGING your feet?
It seems counterintuitive at first, but then once you get into the routine, you’ll feel so much relaxation and relief from pain. I would encourage you to embark onto this route and start carefully learning about your feet and active=painful zones.
I’ve been interested in my life in Reflexology, got books and read up on a lot of studies and professionals who do it for a living. Amazing results do come around when we combine Facial and Foot Reflexology.
But small steps first –> Start with self foot massage!
I have never tried self foot massage, but would like to learn. Do you have any links or suggestions as to where I could learn more about it? Thank you.
I was thinking that it would be difficult being I am single, but this sounds like a fantastic route.
Mary,
To start with, just start massaging your feet, instinctively guiding yourself from one zone to the next.
Try to Discover places on the bottom of your feet!
Feel the knots and painful spots. Carefully massage in circular motions.
Press gently. Where it permits, press a bit harder with circular motions.
Google “foot reflexology” to get images of different Organs associated with the FOOT Georgraphy.
Thank you. I am going to do as you suggested. I’m also going to print the chart from this page and probably the entire conversation as a helpful tool also.
Im thinking maybe i should get one for Mother’s Day this year! something new!
These are wonderful benefits!! I’m super ticklish, but would love to try this!
I have heard that foot massage is great for a person and each part of the foot relates to different body parts and organs. I think it would be fantastic.
oh yes it is wonderful to have a foot message but as I go to a chrio once a week and I tell you it has helped me in so many ways I no longer get migrains and have no back problem and as for stress it helps a lot but a foot message how nice
love it
I knew it reduces stress but I didn’t know it boosted general health
I know all of this… I just don’t get any foot massages often because my husband always work long hard hours and he is in bed before I am lol
I kind know that but not really. But good to know so please sign me up. To much family drama here. lol
Totally reduces stress for me. Darn, I need to schedule me time and get a massage!
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Foot Massage Benefit – Improved Circulation & Cleansing
We talked about the importance of cleansing for the entire body, so it could function with more vigor and give you more energy to do what you want and need to in life. It can be done with Whole Foods and good foot massages, too!
Blood carries Oxygen and Nutrients for your to function and live sustainably within your body! But how much stress do you encounter daily? It could be from mini stressful situation like locking up the keys inside the car. Or the stress could happen on the major platform like your job and family happiness.
With stress your Nutrients and Oxygen Flow is being restricted, thus allowing Toxins to accumulate within your body, causing sluggishness, no energy to go on, and if sustained and not relieved, such Constant Stress could be a culprit for major illnesses.
What To Do?
Get foot massages as one of the ingredients of healthy living. Such massages activate acupuncture points on your feet that decrease stress and allow circulation of blood to flow freely, collecting “dust” of the day and by-products of your daily living!
I have to say, as I have gotten older my feet remind me of my age. They ache. I should really start treating them kinder, I see a foot massage in my near future! thanks for the reminder to be kind to my little tootsies!
OMG I need to remind hubs about foot massage.. and how beneficial it is..
Wish mine would rub my feet. Wait, he is the one that gives me the stress!
I think I’m going to have to start doing pedicures and foot massages regularly now.
i think that by relieving the stress in your feet it truly can make a difference in how you feel for the day if they feel good you feel good it’s your foundation! 🙂
With a 19 yr old daughter, 2 teenage boys, 2 little boys and another little boy due anytime ,I’d say I have quite a bit more stress in my life than I need. Lol- Lucky for me hubby LOVES feet (I’m the one that doesn’t like them much) We give each other foot massages pretty frequently but I didn’t realize it had so many benefits….just that it Felt GOOD 😉
do you rent your husband out for massages? lol
haha that’s funny hubby for rent
Lol – I would if he was willing (but then I fear I’d end up jelous of all the people in the world that don’t have “brick” feet like me (that’s what he calls them) 😀
oh we all all made different for good reasons
Incredible! I’ve added this to my Mothers Day Wishlist
I have to take better care of my feet since I am on them all day long. My husband does give my feet a massage once in a while, but I think it might to happen a bit more often. Did not realize how beneficial it is. Thank you.
The relief of stress and better blood circulation sounds wonderful #AMCofee
ladies to get your hubby to do a message you need to start with doing each others it will work you just got to try if not go get one
I agree! However, I hate feet. I do not mind people touching mine I just hate touching others.
I’m opposite kind of. I don’t mind touching loved ones feet (but find all feet, except baby feet, Gross…including my own) So I don’t like anyone touching mine 🙂 (Which upsets my hubby who adores all feet…almost to a point of a fetish
Wow this sounds amazing I really need a massage
I really should go to bed earlier for my husband to massage my feet I think I am going to do that tonight lol
Yep yrs ago in college I had a friend who would give my roommates and myself foot massages. It would relax us all and we would just veg. It is really a relaxer.
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Benefits of Foot Massage – Homeostasis
• Regular foot massages can create a homeostasis within your body, i.e., balanced living of all organs and systems.
• Stimulation of reflexes through your feet brings in relaxation of stress, thus promoting a stronger immunity of your organism to fight off diseases.
• Foot massages release the blockages of energy flow in your whole body. When going to a professional reflexologist, it could be at times painful to experience a foot massage, especially in the beginning. Pain is associated with blockages in energy.
Depending on your state of health, foot massage can be a huge booster in your well-being starting with the very first session.
HAVE YOU SEEN ONE OF THESE CHARTS WITH ALL THE ORGANS MAPPED OUT ON YOUR BOTH FEET? Fascinating, isn’t it?
• Try to self-massage your feet at the end of the day to bring relaxation and relief from stress.
• Make it a habit! 3-5 Minutes is all you need to sustain your well-being.
WOW this is a great chart. I am going to print it out so my hubby knows exactly how to rub my feet! hee hee. Think he will appreciate it? ha haa
Do it, Thia!
It all worked out by those Chinese gurus!
OK, you twisted my arm. hee hee. I will let you know in the the next AM coffee how it all works out….
I am going to print this out and also share it on my FB page interesting
I should print that out and kindly ask my fiance to hit on a few good points.. When you do it, do you have to be barefoot or will it work with socks on?
Cynthia,
You do not need to be barefoot.
However, human contact does bring extra relief to you as an extra benefit. And it would be much more “visible” for a person who works on your feet to ID knots and more sensitive spots!
never knew there were so many focal points on your feet to help maintain your body to stay feeling good! Great Chart and very informative
LOL- I can’t Reach my feet anymore!! Guess I’ll have to do like Thia and print it out for my honey 😉 I def. find it fascinating (now to see if it works )
Jessica,
Don’t try to!
Just give away your feet to your Honey!
Lol 😀 I like that idea (lucky me -He has a foot fetish and absolutely loves feet)
I had no idea all of this could be connected to your feet…I’m fascinated!
I did not know all this is connected to your feet, my husband better find the spot for the Heart and keep working there.
Have to print the chart out.
Tammy,
Our FEET are Fascinating! We could talk about feet and their amazing role in the overall health.
As startups, begin your daily foot massages!
I have seen these charts, but none this indepth. It is interesting that it can be painful from the release of energy. Thank you #AMCoffee.
well as I see it if you cant get hubby to do it you can work on it by giving yourself a message I know its not the same but it will help do the same thing thanks for the chart to I see some interesting spots that need some work for me
I’m sure going to print this out and try it
wow I have never seen a chart like this … the ones I see are usually very simple…
Awesome chart. Laura do you have a link so I can pin it or save it?
That is interesting because I do know my mother can not get any massage because it causes her pain. It was part of her therapy after her accident.
That’s why you MOM needs to start with foot massage, very gentle, very progressive in a way that it will be an intuitive massaging that would make a huge difference in how she feels.
My mom wont let anyone touch her anymore and it is a shame.
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What Can Affect Your Foot Health, i.e., and Overall Health in the Long-Run?
• Wrong size and high heels
Cause damage to your bones of your feet if you abuse it. Every now and then, high heels are OK.
• Synthetic Materials
Look what materials your shoes are made of! Naturals like cotton and leather would allow your feet to breath and sweat less.
• Let Your Old Shoes Go!
As we age, we may very well be changing in our Shoe Size. Shop for new shoes much earlier before the decade expires!
• Allow Your Legs and Feet to Exercise
With regular walking you get double benefits – Exercising and stimulating reflexes on the bottom of your feet AND getting aerobic exercise for your Heart!
• Give your Feet A Good Shower
At the end of the day, your feed deserve a relaxing shower! Get rid of all the bacteria that accumulate and multiply in the sweat of your feet. Bring in relaxation with cool showers to your whole body and feet.
• Add Moisturizer
Skin on your feet needs nutrition and care like anything else living and breathing. Supply some vitamin and mineral-based lotions and oils to your feet regularly.
• Use some Foot Support
Fat in our heels absorbs shock we get during walking and running and standing during the day. To help our feed to feel more comfortable add some socks and specialized inserts into your shoes to reduce the shock our feet receive during the day.
Just looking at those beautiful shoes make my feet cry in agony! Why do us women subject ourselves to this pain?
Because it IS BEAUTIFUL!
Who said it should be comfortable and pain free?
mama always said “it takes pain to be beautiful”. she was right!
I have flat feet so I have be more careful of them.. But I must say I do love those shoes…………wow HOT HOT HOT but my feet dont agree so its FLats Flats flats for me..
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I have permanent nerve damage in my right leg and foot.. I can’t wear shoes like that 🙁 I guess that’s good or bad.
I do not wear Heals i used to but since i stopped i do not have cramping or arch problems any more
These are all great tips! I can tell by looking at those heels they aren’t very good to our feet lol
I do not wear heels ever (maybe 4 times in my life and they were little ones-I can’t walk in them nor stand the feeling of my toes crunched-hahaha) however am guilty of wearing old shoes.I tend to find a pair I like and stick with them until they fall apart. As I get older I feel the need for some foot support as well and have never indulged in it.. I think I’ll need to change those 2 things (its so hard to find a good pair of shoes though 😉 )
i guess it good thing i dont wear high heels and my shoes fit me just fine
Shoes are beautiful and I used to wear high heels a lot until I had my heart attack now I can only wear flats. I have trouble with falling a lot now.
I used to wear high heels, but don’t prefer them any more. Just looking at some of the famous people’s feet (women), they show the stress of wearing high heels. #AMCoffee
I don’t were heels but I like them oh who am I kidding I am a country I only where my shoes when I go out as soon as I get home them babys come off and I am bare foot all day at home even in the garden I know I cant help it but that’s how I was raised I love the grass in my bare feet but I were heels on occasional
Karen I am with you girl! Barefoot and not pregnant is my happy motto! Although I will say being bare foot all the time does a number on the heels. I use intense moisturizer on my heels at night and cover them with a sock..that I cut the toes off… in the morning they feel great! with the no toes socks I can also paint my toe nails. double duty while watching tv!
yes I agree but that’s what I do my daughter worked at a foot and ankle DR office best thisn to use is vasoline and cover them works great
Wearing heels like that kills me I can’t ever walk in them
I have really dry/cracked heels. Any suggestions on how to maintain them better?
So many things that can happen to your feet when you wear heels all day! I remember reading about something years ago. I try to only wear heels for special occasions now.
Funny how I think about it. I bartended in college and I would bartend in heels!
i use to wear heels now i cant they hurt too much
When I was younger I would wear size 6 shoe now that I am over forty I need to wear size 5 or 51/2 shoe. The smaller shoe is much more comfortable and it doesn’t affect my back and hips.
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Good Morning. Happy April’s Fool Day :-). I have never had a foot massage or any other type of massage. It looks like there is a lot that I am going to learn by reading the information here as well as participating at 10:30 a.m. I love Del Sol products also.
It is supposed to be 76 degrees here today in West Virginia. I have never had a foot massage or a pedicure…Maybe someday I will for sure.
Hello.good morning april 1,2014. I know the benefits of foot massage and am aware of chart.I have had a one time foot massage and could use a few more.
Gail,
You gotta embark on foot self-massage daily! Truly works.
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