Whether you're an avid athlete or not, you likely have golf or tennis balls lying around the house. And if they aren't getting much use, now's the time to put them to work -- use them for massage. Meyers says to put one ball on the floor and roll the bottom of your foot on it." Roll your foot on it until you feel a spot that feels painful or tight," she says. When you do, "put as much pressure on [the spot] as you can by leaning your body [weight] on it."
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Use lotion for more than daily hydration
Every time you apply your daily hand or body lotion, take advantage of the moment by actually massaging it in. It's a simple way to turn an everyday product into a relaxation tool. "It's what our staff is doing every day," says Sharp.
"We're applying our lotion and rubbing our hands so that we can keep going throughout the day." To make the moment more enjoyable (and long lasting), pick up a scented lotion like Suave Naturals Wild Cherry Blossom Body Lotion, $2.95. The scent will keep you going even after the effects of the massage wear off.
Whether your life is chaotic and out of control � or calm, quiet and relaxing -- we never give ourselves enough TLC. Especially since it's in our nature to give to others, while forgetting about numero uno. That's why we turned to -- who else? The experts of soothing touch -- massage therapists: Laura Meyers from Talisker Spa at Tuhaye and Randi Sharp from the Ojai Valley Inn and Spa. Together they gave us quick tips that'll help you relax your muscles and your soul -- to hopefully make life a little more blissful.
