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Massage 101: Things to Keep in Mind Before You Start
By Lorraine Harper
Massage is an essential skill if you want to make yourself invaluable as a lover. There are several massage books and videos that you could purchase in order to enhance this skill. But if you're looking for a good way to get started, here are a few basic tips:
Massage is all about comfort and relaxation. Make sure that the massage takes place in a nice, relaxing environment that is free from disruptions and interruptions. The lights shouldn't be too bright, and it might help if you play some relaxing music. Slow bossa nova, classical, and jazz are some types of music that will help your partner relax. Your partner should be lying down on a firm surface, such as a mattress or a table with a thin cushion.
Have all the needed equipment at hand. Make sure you have dry towels, massage oils, and other tools. The towels are used to cover the body parts that you're finished with, to prevent the heat from escaping. The massage oils are good for lubrication, allowing your hands to move on your partner's body with less friction. If you get scented massage oils, they can also aid in relaxation.
Keep your hand relaxed, and let it move with firm, consistent strokes. You should also use all the parts of your hand, from your fingertips to your palm, as well as the heel of your hand. Also, make sure that your touch never leaves your partner's body. If you have to reach for a towel or additional massage oil, try doing so with one hand. This is because keeping constant contact increases intimacy and helps the massage flow smoothly.
Always be focused when giving a massage. Since you're keeping intimate contact with another person, they can easily tell if you're distracted or thinking about something else. Focus on your partner's body, as well as on what your hands are doing.
Start with light strokes on your partner's body. Use the tips of your fingers to start with their back, then move on to the shoulders, arms, buttocks, and legs. The aim of these light strokes is to ease in your partner's relaxation and begin the massage.
Pour around 2 tablespoons onto your palm, and rub your hands together to spread the oil. Using deep strokes, slowly massage your partner's back. It helps to talk to your partner and ask if your strokes are too hard or too soft. When you've developed a rhythm that satisfies your partner, it's time to move on to their shoulders, then their arms, followed by their legs and feet.
There are several types of massage you can learn about, and the most frequently used type is the Swedish massage. Learning about Swedish massage is good to help your partner relax, but you should also look into sensual massage techniques if you want something more than mere relaxation.
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