Fall at Mod Massage

As summer fades, life speeds up. The days grow shorter, calendars fill quickly, and weekends are stacked with outdoor adventures — hiking, biking, running, apple picking, camping. At the same time, fall brings its own list of tasks: raking leaves, trimming branches, putting gardens to rest, and readying homes for winter.

These shifts — between warm afternoons and frosty mornings, between long hours at work and long hours outdoors — take a toll on the body. Muscles we haven’t used in months are suddenly active again. Shoulders tense against the cold while scraping frost off a windshield. Hours bent over with a rake or leaf blower leave joints sore and stiff. It may feel mundane, but this seasonal work, layered with busy schedules, often leads to body aches, tension, fatigue, and even the first wave of seasonal illness.

The American Heart Association and Harvard University both note that cold weather constricts blood vessels, reducing circulation. Pair that with the energy your body expends to keep itself warm, and it’s no wonder flexibility decreases, aches increase, and exhaustion sets in.

My Fall Recommendations

• 60 Minute Swedish Massage: A gentle approach with focused attention on areas prone to clenching, such as the neck and shoulders, or the strain that comes from hours on phones and laptops. Swedish massage is all about rhythm, relaxation, and restoring movement to stiff muscles and joints.

• 90 Minute Deep Tissue Massage: Ideal for detailed focus on multiple areas of tension. A 60-minute deep tissue session can address 3-4 areas, while a 90-minute session allows for deeper, more comprehensive work across the entire body. Add-on time is also available for specific problem areas; if a 60 minute session isn't enough, try 75.

• Table Warmer: Set higher to chase away the chill and help muscles soften more quickly. The warmer your body, the more effective the work can be.

• Hot Towels for Hands & Feet: Extremities often struggle most in the cold. Gentle heat here incourages softness and provides instant comfort.

• Hot Stones on Neck & Shoulders: Melt away tension from cold-weather clenching and heavy autumn chores.

  
  

Fall massage is about warming the muscles, easing strain, and helping you move with more comfort as the season accelerates.

ASMR for Autumn Stress

Beyond the physical work, fall is often one of the most stressful seasons emotionally — family obligations increase, schedules tighten, and rest can feel scarce. ASMR sessions can be a useful tool to calm the brain before a massage, or as a complete stand-alone experience. For many, ASMR is a small but powerful escape: a chance to reset, breathe, and find quiet before returning to the demands of the season.

Between outdoor adventures, work, and family obligations, it’s easy to lose track of how your body feels. Schedule your massage and give yourself the space to unwind, restore, and move through fall with ease.

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Thanks for reading!

-Cheryl