The Magnolia Philosophy

Took two months, but I can finally do a single leg bridge! I have said all year I wanted to do these, but failed to train consistently and kept to my favorite stuff rather than branch out. 2020's biggest lesson for me was GET UNCOMFORTABLE WHEN YOU WANT A REAL CHANGE!

Showing off his favorite poses.

I regret to announce that we are permanently closed for business, or until further notice. Clients are removing masks during sessions, even after promising to keep them on because I live with other high risk adults. It is also not fair for me to have to pick up your trash off the floor. Never have I ever witnessed such unsympathetic actions, let alone during a pandemic. I cannot put more people at risk for a few selfish elite. Thank you for your support. I wish we didn't have to go this far, and I will miss you all.

I want to take this time to say I'm very proud of my clients! I have not had any messages for the past two weeks about whether services are open yet. Normally, I'd be slightly disappointed about it. In light of what's currently going on in the world, I am feeling the complete opposite. Even though I am legally able to work at this time, this tells me you guys are doing your research. Yes, I could do everything in my power to make things as contact-free as possible. I could ge...t a million masks and gloves. I could set up touchless pay. I could buy a ton of EPA-approved cleaning solutions. However... it all would be for nothing if I was to touch someone's bare skin. That is NOT contact-free! I think everyone knows this- deep down massage cannot perform safely even under the strictest social distancing guidelines. I want to thank all of you for your patience as you wait for us to re-open. When I am thinking of re-opening, I will definitely make a post. In case you weren't aware, I have two high-risk adults living in my home whom I have to consider. Is it worth risking their health? Absolutely not. I thank you all for helping me to take care of my family. Until we meet again, Brittany

People of the massage world have been scrambling to find a way to practice while following all social distancing guidelines in place. I've been studying for weeks, and have not found a feasible way to practice in a way that follows them in full. Finally, I found this today. The Vayu Spa has created a session protocol which allows for proper social distancing while providing exceptional massage services! It might take me a while to get my hands on these materials, but here is our future in the manual therapy world in a nutshell: https://youtu.be/Ith8K4cWb_M

Just a friendly reminder to get in some healthy exercise! Just uh.... don't try this at home. https://www.facebook.com/335123853226403/posts/3700314503373971/

Fitting workout music. My kid works out with me, so no videos today. But here's my list today. I'm not following a trainer. Just working with my own goals. I couldn't do a high plank two weeks ago. Keep at it! ... Wednesday's Mix: Stability Power 3 rounds Step up to OHP, jump squat 10, Elevated Side step, 3 rounds jumping jacks 50, moving lunge w/ kickback 10 w/ 5 lb kettle bell, lunge w/ 8 lb DB 10 with 3 pulses Plank jacks, high side planks, x3