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Massages with aGood Health Visit Whether it’s a dip in the tub or relaxing with a book, treating yourself well is key to good health. But when your stress levels soar, local massage offerings help relax and rejuvenate in more ways than one Crave stress relief, relaxation and rejuvenation? It’s a sentiment physicians love to echo: stress can wreak havoc on your health. If you’re feeling tense, finding a way to relax can save you from a world of health-relat- ed problems. For one option that blends the benefits of a relaxing massage with stretching, try the Thai Massage at Leia’s Renu, where a therapist moves you into a series of yoga stretches for a session that will get your blood flowing and ease stress. Yoga not your thing? Try a holistic health option, such as the Herbal Benefit Massage instead, which leaves you feeling like you have nothing left to unwind. Need to target a specific problem? Whether it’s long days at the office or activity-related injuries that have left you feeling lackluster, look to specialized of- ferings that target your ailments. Those who work at a computer all day often need relief in the wrists, forearms, neck and shoulders—all areas soothed in Kneaded Relief Day Spa’s Dot Calm Massage. Ath- letes or anyone who exercises regularly can benefit from the spa’s Sports Massage, which incorporates stretching techniques that help to realign muscle tissue, flush toxins and keep you in prime shape. bravamagazine.com for details about each massage! Interested in more internal health benefits? The benefits of a massage are often more than skin deep—they can improve how your body functions as well. To give your central nervous system a boost, try Massage East’s Craniosacral Therapy, which claims to decrease anxiety levels while boost- ing your immune system. You can also help flush your system with the Gua Sha, designed to improve the function of your circulatory system. People who suffer from Fibromyalgia might benefit from Leia’s Renu Fibromyalgia Massage which aims to reduce the need for pain medications and help you have more energy. Whatever type of relief you’re looking for, check with your favorite spa or massage therapist for their offerings. If it’s a medical ailment you’d like to address, be sure to check with your personal physician before embarking on any new treatments. Saturday, July 23 8 pm – Midnight Spend a cool summer evening with the Polar Bears, featuring Special Guest M.C. Michael Feldman from WPR’s “Whad’Ya Know”. Enjoy music provided by Fuzzy Side Up, dancing, food, drink and more. Enjoy a stroll around Zoo grounds at night as the sun sets. All exhibits will be open. Beer generously provided by Capital Brewery. Major Sponsor: Supporting Sponsors: Silver Sponsor: July 2011 bravamagazine.com 13 Tickets $35 Online at vilaszoo.org, email emily@vilaszoo.org, or call 608.258.9490