Deanna M. Brendle, LMT

10/22/2025

Ever feel like that knot in your back has a mind of its own? 👀

It’s not your imagination!

Sometimes tension patterns shift when you press on them. Muscles, fascia, and even your nervous system are all connected, so that “knot” might not stay put when you try to pin it down yourself. That’s why self-massage often feels like you’re chasing it around.

Here’s something to try: instead of digging straight into the spot, stretch gently around the area and breathe deeply. Often the surrounding muscles are part of the problem. And when that’s not enough, a skilled barefoot massage can trace those connections and release the whole chain...not just the one knot.

10/20/2025

Don’t let those knots creep up on you.
Say boo to back pain and treat yourself to a barefoot massage instead.
It’s the kind of scare your stress won’t survive.

10/17/2025

Did you know even mild dehydration can make your muscles feel tighter?

Tip: Aim for consistent sips throughout the day instead of guzzling water all at once.

Think of your muscles like a sponge... they stay more pliable when they’re hydrated.
Massage + hydration = your body’s dream team.

10/15/2025

Newsflash: your body isn’t a ‘before and after’ picture.

It’s easy to get caught up in comparison or feeling like you need to “fix” yourself. But your body isn’t a problem to solve, it’s the only place you get to live. Every scar, stretch mark, and curve tells part of your story.

Here’s one thing to try this week: instead of asking, “How does my body look?” ask, “What did my body do for me today?” (Carried me through work, hugged someone I love, walked me outside for fresh air.)

Comment below and tell me one thing your body did for you today that you’re grateful for.

10/14/2025

“Why does it hurt when I press here?” 🤔

That tender, achy spot you keep poking might be a trigger point: a tight, irritated area of muscle tissue that refers pain to other parts of the body.

For example:
You press into the top of your shoulder (👋 hello upper traps) and suddenly feel it in your neck or even behind your eye. 😯
That’s a referral pattern…your body’s way of saying, “Hey, something’s stuck here!”

Trigger points can be caused by:
✔️ Poor posture
✔️ Repetitive movement
✔️ Stress (yes, your shoulders do double as earrings sometimes)

The good news?
Barefoot massage one of the best ways to release them, so your body can stop yelling at you every time you move or press on that spot.

🙋‍♀️ Got a mystery pain you keep pressing on? Let’s take a look at what your body’s really trying to tell you.

🎃Text 419-937-5253 or email dbrendlebarefootmassage@outlook.com to schedule
an appointment.

10/10/2025

Do you sit all day and then going straight to bed?
…and it’s leaving your muscles stiff, your back sore, and your sleep restless?

It’s not your fault! Most people don’t realize how much sitting compresses their muscles and tightens their tissues all day long. Then going straight to bed doesn’t give your body the chance to unwind properly.

Here’s what works better…
💡 Move or stretch before bedtime, and get a barefoot massage regularly to loosen tight muscles and improve circulation.

When you add barefoot massage before the tension builds overnight, you sleep deeper, wake up refreshed, and your muscles recover faster.
And when you feel rested and loose, you’re on a fast track to having the energy and flexibility to crush your day.

Try this tonight: Before bed, stand up and do a simple stretch - reach your arms overhead and take 3 deep breaths. Then, plan your next barefoot massage session within the next 2–4 weeks to keep those muscles loose and happy.

👉 Want to stop waking up sore and stiff?

Book your next barefoot massage now, even if you feel fine today.

10/08/2025

10/06/2025

Do you get tension headaches that start in your neck? This might be why…

Tension headaches often don’t just come from your head, they usually begin with tight muscles and knots in your neck and upper shoulders. When those muscles are overworked or stressed, they can send pain signals that radiate up into your head.

I had a client who suffered from daily tension headaches. After just a few massage sessions focusing on releasing neck and shoulder tension, he noticed his headaches became less frequent and less intense.

Why does this matter? Because treating the root cause (those tight muscles) can bring lasting relief instead of just masking the pain.

Text 419-937-5253 or email dbrendlebarefootmassage@outlook.com to schedule an appointment.

10/05/2025

October snuck up fast… but did your body come along for the ride? 🍂

Fall often feels like a reset: new routines, cooler weather, maybe even more time outdoors. But all that change can leave your body playing catch-up. Stiff mornings, achy backs, or tension headaches? They’re not just “part of fall”...they’re signs your body is asking for care.

Here’s one small thing you can try today: notice your shoulders.
Are they creeping toward your ears as you read this?
Drop them down, take a slow breath, and unclench your jaw.
Sometimes the smallest awareness shift is the first step to easing tension.
And barefoot massage can take it from there, helping you start October with more energy and less stress.

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10/04/2025

I may be a little late to the game but I love this trend so please enjoy a little round up things that bring me joy in my day to day both at home and at work (and it’s the best when multiple things on this list overlap ✨🍂🍫☕️
Unfortunately I do love…

✨Pumpkin spice lattes

✨Crisp fall mornings

✨Empowering women to feel their best without worry about leaks or heaviness

✨Staying up way too late reading

✨Educating on birth prep and postpartum recovery

✨Dark chocolate & ice cream

✨Talking about all things normally deemed TMI

✨Long rambly conversations

✨Leggings, skinny jeans, & chunky sweaters

✨A good sweat sesh picking up and putting down heavy things

✨Teaching that your core is more than your abs and your pelvic floor needs more than kegels

10/03/2025

When you're stuck at your desk all day...take a few seconds to help get connected back to your body.

It's easy when to lose track of time (and posture) when engrossed in work. The next thing you know, hours have gone by and you've barely moved your body.

Ever see a dog shake off water after a swim? That’s your shoulders needing the same shake to fling off tension that clings when you sit still and hunched over your computer all day.

Try this: pause, roll your shoulders, take a deep breath.
And remember, your upper back deserves more than 5 seconds of self-care!

Text 419-937-5253 or email dbrendlebarefootmassage@outlook.com to schedule. 💜