MaryBeth Nicholson, RMT- Kneaded Balance Massage & Wellness- Jogaeastcoast

03/09/2026

My availability doesnt last long so don't delay in booking an appointment!

Online booking available!
kneadedbalancemassage.janeapp.com

02/12/2026

HUGE THANKS to all!! 🙏❤️

02/06/2026

"Legs up the wall" or Viparita Karani pose for 5- 10 minutes daily, is one of the most helpful poses for~

* relieving tension and stress
* calms the nervous system
* helps improve lymphatic drainage
* improves circulation and digestion
* manages varicose veins
*promotes good sleep

I've started doing this pose 2-3 times daily and noticing a significant benefit especially after the intense workouts I do before work!

Give it a try- I think it'll become one of your favorite poses too! 😉

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02/05/2026

Looking for a cute office space to work out of & possibly beside yours truly?! 😉😍

Many Hats has a few offices left for full time rent and 2 are on either side of me!!

Send a message for more info!!

02/05/2026

Massage therapy supports heart health by lowering blood pressure, reducing heart rate, and decreasing stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline. Regular sessions can improve circulation, enhance relaxation, and reduce anxiety.
It acts as a beneficial, complementary treatment for managing hypertension and enhancing cardiovascular function.

Key benefits of massage for cardiovascular health include:

Reduced Blood Pressure & Heart Rate: Studies show that consistent massage therapy can lower both systolic and diastolic blood pressure.

Stress Reduction: By lowering cortisol and adrenaline levels, massage mitigates the "fight-or-flight" response that damages the heart.

Improved Circulation: Massage promotes better blood flow, which assists in delivering nutrients and oxygen to tissues while aiding in the reduction of inflammation.

Enhanced Relaxation and Sleep: Improved, more restful sleep is common, which contributes to lower overall cardiovascular stress.

Support for Specific Conditions: Massage can benefit those recovering from heart surgery or dealing with high blood pressure.

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02/04/2026

Happy Heart & Stroke awareness Month!!

We've all heard the information-

**"Cardiovascular disease is a major health issue in Nova Scotia accounting for the death of more Nova Scotians than any other disease."

**"Cardiovascular disease claims 30%+ of all deaths, making it among the biggest killers in the province".

Not to mention that heart disease and stroke are now becoming the leading killer among women! Time to make ourselves the priority!

We can all do better & do a little more so we're around longer & don't forget about our mental health! It's just as important as physical health!
Stress can take it's toll on us in ways we are not even aware of and alot of us internalize it and it can become unrecognizable!

So what can we do? How can we stop being overwhelmed with this information? Easy- Be selfish and start small! Eat healthy and move more!

Take a yoga class, go for a 30 minute daily walk,
get a MASSAGE 😉, meditate, take social media breaks!

There are so many options! Don't wait til you are plagued with a major issue to make a change!

All you have to do is make up your mind and start!
It's NEVER too late!

"Just do it. Even if you suck"

01/26/2026

Here's a GREAT yoga video for anyone needing some extra "rehab" after shovelling!!
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Yoga For Manual Labor is a restorative practice that offers you the opportunity to tend to the body, wind down, relax, and restore. Counter all the time you ...

01/21/2026

Something to consider and maybe change in 2026~

Be consistent- NOT reactive!!

01/13/2026

Have you ever found yourself saying- ""Help, I woke up and can't move, do you have any openings today?" Then please take a couple of minutes and read this post! ⤵️

Have you ever found yourself saying- ""Help, I woke up and can't move, do you have any openings today?"

Ya... me too👋, but consider this- your body responds best to consistency- not urgency!
Massage works best when it's planned and not reactive.
Booking when things are "really bad" usually means we may always be playing catch up.

Massage therapy is so much better as a planned and preventative approach.
Regular sessions create change while emergency sessions tend to just manage the symptoms.
Consistent and regular massage has so many benefits beyond immediately relieving a sudden pain-point.

DID YOU KNOW-
Massage treatment plans vary based on client needs/wants and a consistent treatment plan can easily start with 4 massage treatments/year- that's 1, 1 hr massage every 3 months which is a reasonable and convenient schedule for many!

DON'T FORGET-
After the massage matters as much as the massage treatment itself.
Hydration, gentle movement, rest, and awareness help your body integrate the work.

Massage starts a process - it never ends it.

01/04/2026

Did you know you can add BioFlex Laser Therapy to your massage treatment for a minimal extra cost?!

Designed to treat Musculoskeletal conditions, Bioflex Laser uses both red and infrared light. 💡

BIOFLEX is a pain free treatment that really works, and with hundreds of treatment protocols, low level light therapy can treat just about any ache or pain you may have! 💪 Some of the most common conditions are listed in the pictures below ⤵️

Laser therapy reduces inflammation, promotes cell regeneration and circulation. If you don't see your problem on the list here- just ask - there is so much more it can help!

Feel free to reach out with any questions you may have !

01/02/2026

Coming in to this new year, so many of us really need to adopt this thinking ⤵️!
Not only in our personal lives , but for any of us that own /run businesses- it really does NOT matter what others are doing with their lives/businesses!

We can always learn from others but learning and (possibly) taking note of what others are doing can so easily and quickly turn into comparison and, comparison, is THE THIEF OF JOY!!!

So, on this 2nd day of 2026, can I be, maybe, one of many, to remind us of this mantra- YOU DO YOU!!
Remember not to pay too much attention to what others are doing- "THEY" arent paying any of your bills!

Take this 1st weekend of 2026 and work on your own personal/business strategy in order to create the life /business that YOU want!!