Meet Talon Thompson, the new massage therapist at The Dang Gym, that can customize a session of renewal and restoration for your body:

Hello, for those of you I haven’t met yet, my name is Talon, the new massage therapist here at The Dang Gym. It’s a pleasure to be working here with such a great group of people.

I would like to tell you about some new options in massage therapy that I’m excited to bring you. In addition to the standard Swedish relaxation massage there is now a Swedish deep tissue massage available. The both have harmonious, relaxing movements designed to flush toxins out of the muscles but the deep tissue massage targets deep into the muscle bellies.

Another option is the sports therapy routine. It is designed for the athlete with a meet that day and can be modified either pre or post event. In this massage the client remains clothed. The vibrating and fractioning movements performed over the clothing improves circulation while specific massaging movements simulate the muscles. When paired with stretching this routine limbers the body up as well. From the marathon runner to the martial artist, this routine will get you ready.

Last, and most popular of all, is the deep muscular routine. This option is for the deep tissue lover. It combines trigger point (Knot work) with elements of the Swedish deep tissue massage as well as movements from the sports therapy routine such as muscle strumming and knuckle rolling to name a few. The amount of toxins flushed from the muscles is optimized, circulation is taken to the maximum, and the endorphin rush can be quited addicting.

So, whether you just want to relax or you really need to get those knots out, just ask for Talon. Contact The Dang Gym any time to book your appointment with me. I am available between 9 am and 4 pm. Please provide one day’s notice or more for weekend appointments. Early morning scheduling between 5 am and 9 am can be accommodated given a notice of one day or more. Also, be sure to keep an eye out for the massage therapy gift cards and fliers in the lobby as I will be running a new special every month.

Hope to see you soon!

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