We at Body MatRx Fitness understand the importance of a healthy lifestyle. Regular exercise and a balanced nutrition plan are two components of feeling good and being fit. An additional component is massage therapy. People have known for years the benefits of nurturing touch. Acupressure, effleurage, and Reiki are non-invasive ways, which help the body heal and recuperate. Massage therapy is no different. In addition to the many health advantages, the laying of hands on the body has been proven to help the body heal more quickly. But don’t take our word for it – try it for yourself. Make your appointment today. We are offering a special rate to introduce this new service to our fitness facility. Call for details. 412-787-1518. (Fitness membership not required.)

• Muscle Growth: Massage improves blood circulation, which delivers oxygen and nutrients to the cells allowing room for muscle growth and expansion by stimulating important growth factors.

• Immune system: Massage stimulates the lymphatic system, which carries away the body’s waste products.

• Pain: Massage prevents and relieves muscles cramps and spasms. Massage therapy can help with pain management in conditions such as arthritis, sciatica, and muscle spasms.

• Athletic performance: Massage helps improve range of motion while helping lax tendons and ligaments to become more stable. It also improves joint flexibility.

• Weight loss and addictions: Massage stimulates the feel good receptors and hormones to increase dopamine and seratonin levels, helping to eliminate various addictions.

• Improves creativity and sleep: Massage helps to calm and ease tension in the mind and body allowing relaxation to occur. Hormones and chemicals start to produce, allowing activation of the creative mind for several days. (This is why it is a good idea to get a massage before a test day, job interview or presentation!)

Serving Moon Twp, Coraopolis, Hopewell, Imperial, Oakdale,

McKees Rocks, and West Allegheny In RIDC Park, near the

Pittsburgh International Airport and minutes from

Robinson Town Center  and the Point.