Monthly Archives: July 2010

Meet: Alison, Massage Therapist

Our newest therapist, Alison, is happy to be a part of the team at Massage Williamsburg.  A four-year alumnus of the Swedish Institute of Massage Therapy, Alison first discovered massage through theater.  Massage was a necessary part of warm up for certain classes and it was in those classes at NYU Tisch School of Arts [...]

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Recipes for your CSA Share

What do I make with 3 pounds of zucchini?! As CSAs across Brooklyn start getting their weekly shares, everyone finds themselves with an abundance of produce that they can’t eat fast enough to make room in the fridge for the next week’s share.  Even the most stalwart local eater, convinced that eating fresh food grown [...]

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My Favorite Modern Music for Massage

Have you ever gotten a massage with really boring or just plain awful music? I like to massage my clients while listening to music that I love and that they appreciate. In that spirit, I am offering up my most recent favorite music, with bands that make for some awesome and relaxing, modern music. 1. [...]

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A New Way to Bring Plants into Your Apt

“Plants add a sense of peace and calm to your space” says Rachel Beider, of Massage Williamsburg, is a huge giant fan of Wally – The Modular Living Plant System. Wally allows you to hang your plants vertically off a wall in “plant pockets”, saving space and creating a living, beautiful wall. The pockets, which [...]

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How to Get the Best Massage

By Susannah Felts From Health magazine Massage isn’t just a me-time indulgence. Studies show it reduces stress, boosts immunity, and relieves pain from everyday wear and tear. And in tough times, just 30 minutes on the table (or even 10 minutes in a chair) can go a long way toward working out your kinks—as long [...]

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Hydrating Drink Recipes to Beat the Heat

As the temperature and humidity becomes relentless this summer, it’s more important than ever to stay hydrated.  Plain water is always a good choice, but if you find yourself craving something more flavorful, try these recipes that incorporate nourishing and cooling herbs to help you withstand the heat. Basil Lemonade Basil is a cooling herb, [...]

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Who Gets Massaged?

Ever wonder who else is getting massaged, and why?  Whether you’ve been making regular massage a part of your wellness routine for some time, or are considering getting your first massage after a period of stress, you might be interested to find out how you compare to the average massage consumer. According to the 2010 [...]

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Have a Question? Ask Rachel at AllExperts.com

Rachel Beider, LMT and Owner of Massage Williamsburg, answers your questions regarding Chronic Pain Management, Massage Therapy, and Pregnancy. To ask her a question, or view past answers, check out her All Experts Profile.

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Design We Love! Wall Surface Elements for Self-Massage

Touchy-Feely Haptic Design, based out of Berlin, has created Heated Wall Surface Elements for Self Massage, and have designed Trigger Point Moldings, which are “rounded fibrous plaster forms that can be integrated into a wall surface. As suggestive protrusions, the mouldings encourage heightened, physical interactions between bodies and architectural surfaces, and suggest that buildings can [...]

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