Good morning! I have a special post for you today because it includes a giveaway- that’s a nice way to start your Tuesday, right?!
While the holidays are fun because they’re filled with friends, family, parties & gifts, they can also be stressful when you’re trying to squeeze in a million things, all while trying to stay calm and in the holiday spirit right? Even though I’ve tried to slow down a lot over the years by not going to everything I’m invited to, I still struggle with completely slowing down, which is why massages are so important for me to prioritize. Over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend I had the chance to slow down and do something for myself by visiting Massage Envy’s Newton location,
For those of you who aren’t familiar with Massage Envy I’ll give you a little background: They are a massage company with locations all over New England. They offer various services such as a standard massage, therapeutic services, facials and more. What I love about Massage Envy is that their prices are very reasonable, especially if you become a member. $65 a month gets you one 60-minute massage or skin service a month and then discounted rates if you want to upgrade to longer massages or other enhanced services. You also get a discount on your second service of the month should you decide to treat yourself extra nice 🙂
I had heard a lot about Massage Envy so I was really excited to check it out. Upon first walking into the Newton location, I was greeted by a few very pleasant staff members working behind the desk. I had to fill out some paperwork (make sure you arrive early for your first visit!) and loved the fact that they offered me a warm towel for my neck as well as water. Little services like that make me happy!
The massage itself was also a really great experience. Julian was my masseuse and he was fantastic- he asked if I had any areas of concern/tightness or areas where I wanted him to focus. Life has been stressful lately and I carry my stress in my shoulders/back so I told him those areas would be great. He had a map of the human body in the room and I loved that he used it to show me where he planned on doing work and then at the end again to show me the areas I was especially tight.
As we got going he asked how the bed temperature was as well as the pressure, and then throughout the massage I appreciated how he a. didn’t talk to me (I don’t want to talk while I’m getting a massage!) and b. checked in a few times to make sure I felt ok and that the pressure was good.
And then before I knew it, the 60 minutes was up 😦 I was not ready for it to end, I’ll tell you that! Even though I’m used to the full spa-like experience because we usually go to Exhale Spa where they have robes and showers and steam rooms and things like that, I really enjoyed my first Massage Envy experience. It is a wonderful place to get a massage if you’re looking for just that: a quality massage to help relax you and work through areas of tightness/tension. The monthly membership is especially enticing since it’s such an affordable price AND would guarantee that I’d make time for myself once a month to relax and unwind.
Lucky for you, Massage Envy has offered to give one lucky reader a free 60-minute massage to the location of their choice in Massachusetts, Maine and New Hampshire! You can find the location that would be nearest to you by going here.
All you have to do to be entered to win is comment on this post telling me your favorite way to relax. Want extra entries? Leave an additional comment if you “liked” the post on Instagram or Facebook! I will randomly pick a winner on Friday, December 9th- good luck!
Thank you to Massage Envy for inviting me in for a glorious hour of relaxation- Can’t wait to go back!
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I like to relax with a glass of wine and a good book! I treat myself to a massage on my birthday every year, so this would be a nice treat to win!
That massage sounds perfect. My favorite way to relax is to curl up in a blanket and read a memoir written by a comedian. Lots of laughs!
I relax with Netflix, wine and my dogs!
Wonderful giveaway Monique! I love to relax by indulging in some of my favorite tv shows! Throw in some wine or a cup of warm tea and some cozy blankets and I am one happy chicka!
Mary- You win!! Please email me your address so Massage Envy can send you your free massage!
The best giveaway you had 😉 Just like you,I like to relax my body with the massage because we all know fitness instructors really need it.
The best giveaway you had hehe! Just like you, I relax with a full body massage! We all know how much fitness instructors need those.
Sweatpants, tea, and a good book!
I relax with a cup of tea and a good book (or some Bravo reality TV)!
Thanks for the review! My favorite way to relax is with a hot cocoa and a good book!
I love a good massage and have had great experiences at Massage Envy. I also love a great glass of wine to relax! Great giveaway- and I’m glad you got a chance to relax, too!
My favorite way to relax is listening to some calming music or a podcast and going for a walk. There’s something about an aimless stroll that helps me relax and regroup. But I’d love a massage too!!
I like to unwind by going to Cape Cod and walking the beach or reading. Crossing the bridge always melts all stress away, there are no “to do” items once you cross over to the Cape 🙂
The FB like extra comment: I like to relax by taking a long walk, listening to a good podcast and then heading home to watch some TV or read. Hanging with a kitty is also a great idea at all times!
I love kid free time on the couch with tea and a good book! The last (and only) time I got a massage was on the beach in the Bahamas (sigh).
What a great giveaway!
I like to make a cup of tea, paint my nails and by watching a movie or by reading a magazine
My favorite way to relax is lighting some candles and doing some restorative at-home yoga, followed by a glass of red wine (or 2…)! xo
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I relax by watching mindless shows on Bravo on my couch!
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I relax by lighting some candles and doing some baking! Or painting my nails and reading a good book!
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Wow could I use a massage right about now – two jobs and grad school have my shoulders tensed up to my ears!
Wow I could use a massage right about now. Two jobs and grad school has my shoulders tensed up to my ears!
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In a coffeeshop with a book…can’t help but love Starbucks at this time of year with their Christmas tunes for background noise 🙂
In a coffeeshop with a book…can’t help but love Starbucks at this time of year with their Christmas tunes for background noise!
My favorite way to relax is a good book and a hot bath!
honestly the best way for me to relax is some quiet time alone.. having a massage and facial is actually one of my favorite things! I always feel so amazing an renewed afterwards!
That’s great that you got to relax! Massages are the best. We have Massage Envy in Philly and they’re great! I also like to cook, take a bath with Epsom salts, or walk to relax. ☺️
My favorite way to relax is a bubble bath!
My favorite way to relax is curled up on my couch in sweats with my dog and a good book:)
My favorite way to relax is curled up on my couch in sweats with some tea, my dog and a good book!
I like to relax on the weekdays after work and dinner with a warm glass of sleepy time tea snuggled up on my big comfy chair and a piece of chocolate, sometimes I will color to just shut off my brain.
On the weekend nights when we get a chance to relax, I enjoy a nice glass of wine and a movie with my boyfriend for some relaxation and downtime still snuggled up on our big comfy chair! 🙂
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Great recap, Monique! I always wonder what it was like at Massage Envy since I see them advertised a lot. I relax with a yoga class or watching a movie/TV show cuddled up on our comfy couch 🙂
xoxo, Jenna
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