How To: Give Swedish massages
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How To: Give a Californian massage
Learn how to give a Californian massage.
How To: Perform common types of massage
Massage therapy is the application of pressure to the muscles and soft tissues of the body for relaxation and health.
How To: Give a reflexology massage
In this video series, our expert will guide you through a reflexology massage. She will demonstrate how to prepare the feet prior to the massage, and then explain how to massage certain parts of the foot that correspond with other organs. Our expert in massage therapy will go through a diagram of the foot, and explain the differences between right and left feet so that you can get started on reflexology massage.
How To: Give a massage to your pet dog
Do you enjoy a nice massage? So do animals. This DoggieDeeva video demonstrates how to do a canine massage.
How To: Deep condition curly hair
Thinking it's time to deep condition your curly hair? Curls can lose their luster and texture if they lack moisture. Here's how to keep curly locks shiny and healthy with the rules of deep conditioning.
How To: Cure a headache with acupressure
Learn how to cure a headache with acupressure. Instead of reaching for a pain pill, massage away a headache using acupressure, the traditional Chinese curative technique of applying pressure to certain points of the body.
How To: Squeeze into a dress before a big event
Whether you’re an Oscar nominee or a new mom with an upcoming high school reunion, these tricks will get you into that va-va-voom dress without splitting the seams.
How To: Know what to expect from lymphatic drainage massage
In these instructional videos you’ll learn what to expect during typical 30 to 60 minute lymphatic drainage massage session. Expert massage therapist Patricia Coffman offers tips and advice on the benefits of lymphatic drainage massage and the frequency with which you should receive treatment.
How To: Massage someone's neck
This video shows you how to give a neck massage using effleurage techniques. This particular massage is done with the person laying on their front.
How To: Craft a heart-patterned "Love You" Valentine's Day card
We know that you're probably still reeling from the winter holidays, but lo and behold Valentine's Day is just around the corner. While indulgent gifts like a massage or trip to see a musical are best, when it comes to Valentine's Day cards handmade cards are often the most appreciated.
How To: Exercise your feet with a Pilates massage ball routine
This clip demonstrates a simple Pilates massage ball exercise routine which focuses on the feet. With Pilates, as with any physical fitness system, a basic mastery of proper technique is essential for both maximizing the effectiveness of your workouts and avoiding accidental injury. Whether you're looking to slim down or merely tighten up your core, you're sure to be well served by this home fitness how-to from the folks at Balanced Body Pilates. For complete instructions, give this free exer...
How To: Pre-process UVs using morphs in modo
Using morphs to pre-process UVs is a great trick for any version of modo. You can leverage the embedded morph data to massage a model in 3D prior to UV projection. If that doesn't make sense, watch the video and learn how to pre-process UVs using morphs in modo.
How To: Converse with your masseuse in Chinese
Words you need to know when getting a massage in China.
How To: Fold a fun intermediate origami cat
Unlike a real cat, this origami cat won't paw at you incessantely demanding a massage or jump out suddenly from atop the refrigerator to say hello. But like a real cat, this origami version is very cute and chubby.
How To: Pronounce the English word "aesthetic"
Today's word is "aesthetic". This is both a noun and an adjective. As an adjective, it means relating to a sense of beauty.
How To: Rinse colored short dark hair before styling
In this episode, Michael shows how to rinse the color off the hair, and then shampoo (using a mild shampoo as you've just colored the hair) and condition it. Don't forget to rub the scalp gently as a massage to help remove the color from staining the skin.
How To: Make a reflective sticker with a hidden massage
Check out this video that will teach you how to make a double meaning sticker from reflective tape. The hidden message is barely visible with the naked eye but is illuminated with the flash of a camera.
How To: Learn about chair massage therapy
Cherie Krieger teaches you about chair massage. I am going to show you how chair massage is given. Chair massage is very good for the upper back and shoulders, along with the neck.
How To: Give a shiatsu release massage down the back
Watch this video for a demonstration of how to give a shiatsu release down the back. Feels great and helps the tension to melt away- nice to start a massage with.
How To: Do different pillow positions for massage
Learn different pillow positions for massage such as semi reclined, prone nest, supine nest, under chest prone, sitting, child pose, child down, and supine.
How To: Perform a belly circle massage
It's as simple as it sounds! Watch and learn how to give a belly (abdomen) circle massage.
How To: Use a rolling pin for massage
Watch this video to learn how to use an every day item you have at home - a rolling pin - as a massage tool.
How To: Get rid of dandruff the natural way
For dry dandruff use "Glycerin Scalp Dandruff Mix‚" 1. Take 2 tablespoons of glycerin, 2 tablespoons of vinegar, 2 tablespoons of almond oil, 2 tablespoons of coconut oil and 1 egg.
How To: Grow your hair faster
Getting a Rapunzel-like mane takes time, but you can speed things up with these valuable tips. You Will Need
How To: Remove soak off gel fingernails
In order to soak off your gel fingernails, you will need to the following supplies: nail files or emery boards, cotton swabs, acetone, aluminum foil, cuticle stick, and cuticle oil.
How To: Give an effective Swedish back massage
You start the Swedish back massage first by putting lotion in your hands to warm it. You first use long fleeting strokes and work your way into shorter spinal column strokes (remembering of course to keep even pressure). You then move to the petrissage stroke running your hands smoothly interchanging the openness of your fingers alternately all across the back. You then go back to work on the trapezes remembering to push outward from the spinal column. The video also brings up the concept of ...
How To: Massage your spine with the spinal roll yoga pose
Spinal Rolls are a great way to limber up the spine. Learn how to do the Spinal Roll pose in this tutorial about easy yoga exercises. First, lie on your back, then place hands on knees at chest, next lift your head and rock on your back.
How To: Induce labor naturally and safely with pressure points
Forget all the drugs used to induce you into labor. Our nine and a half month pregnant host demonstrates how to do induce labor naturally and safely by massaging pressure points. She also offers great yoga poses to do on a Swiss ball to reduce lower back aches. You don't have to stop your daily yoga routine during pregnancy.
How To: Remove scabs after a hair transplant a comb
This how to video is a quick demonstration that shows how to remove scabs after a hair transplant. Ensure that the patient does not feel any pain by applying KY Jelly to the scabs prior to removal. Slightly massage it into the scab to moisten and detach the scab with a comb.
How To: Clean an iron properly
It's a fact of life: sometimes a masseuse needs a massage, a barber needs a haircut, and a cleaning device—like your household iron—needs a good old-fashioned cleaning.
How To: Do a supine beginners yoga sequence
Beginners yoga offers supine yoga poses that can be fit into a sequence for restorative or fitness goals. Learn supine yoga poses from a certified instructor in this free yoga video series.
How To: The Tricks to Making Delicious & Tender Kale Salads Every Time
Kale is the new baby spinach: it's taken over salads everywhere, and for good reason. This nutrient-dense vegetable is a member of the brassica family, which also includes cabbage, broccoli, and watercress. Recent studies show that people who eat more brassicas tend to have less cancer. Not only that, but kale and other brassicas can actually clear air pollutants from your body.
How To: Do dog yoga
While the best way to practice dog yoga, or, “Doga,” is by attending a class, you can get a head start at home with these simple instructions.
How To: Build a better body image
A better body image in six steps, and dieting isn't one of them. This video will show you how to build a better body image.
How To: Make a banana hair mask to combat frizz
Walk right past that pricey salon and head to the grocery store instead. Tame your frizz for less at home! This video will show you how to make a banana hair mask to combat frizz.
How To: Take care of dry, damaged hair
Do frizzy ends and constant flyaway strands sound familiar? Here's how to restore shine and manageability to your tresses. Watch this video to learn how to care for dry, damaged hair.
How To: Relieve insomnia with acupressure
Learn how to relieve insomnia with acupressure. Get to sleep fast with a massage technique from the ancient Chinese healing art acupressure.
How To: Craft a sweet "I Love You" Valentine's Day card
When it comes to Valentine's Day presents, let's face it: Non-handmade is best. It's not that we don't want that hand knitted heart sweater, but it's nice on the romantic holiday for a sweeter and couple-centric treat like a couple's massage or tickets to a play.
How To: Do the sirsha angushtha yogasana (head to toe pose)
The sirsha angushtha yogasana sounds pretty simple - it's a bending forward pose - but it's actually among the more intermediate yoga poses you can try. In a sort of lunge position, you clasp your arms behind you and bend forward as much as you can, until your head hits the floor if possible.