Stress! Stress is a normal part of life and it can be both physical and mental. This can physically occur within your muscles after injury or overuse causing a buildup of tension resulting in an increase in pain. It can also occur mentally due to your restricted movement, pain, or injury. The best way to fight and decrease stress is by engaging in activities that allow us to feel more relaxed and present. Studies suggest massage therapy can be beneficial not only in reducing physical pain but also for improving mood and fighting stress. Even just 10 minutes of massage can activate the body’s natural happy hormones and leave you feeling more relaxed and less stressed.

But how does a massage gun actually relieve stress?

You will end up feeling more relaxed, rejuvenated, and focused after a massage as it reduces stress and its related symptoms by reducing your heart rate and calming the central nervous system. Massage stimulates the body to ‘slow down,' bringing it from a heightened state of anxiety to a more calm, relaxed state. The use of a massage gun invites the body to ease up and sink into relaxation. This is ignited by the body’s natural happiness and relaxation hormone, serotonin.

Your body involuntarily tightens up causing the muscles to become tense when you are stressed. Your muscles can return to a relaxed state alleviating chronic pain every time you use a massage gun. It relieves tension by increasing tissue elasticity and stimulating the parasympathetic nervous system and the muscle fibers become more warm and loose.

We all lead busy lives in an increasingly busy and stressful world. But it shouldn’t affect your physical or mental health. So take advantage of the benefits of a massage using a massage gun so you can take and do this wherever you are.