Why You Should Massage Your Stomach and How to Do It

A beginner may think that a belly massage is performed only as an anti-cellulite procedure, and someone who wants to get rid of extra centimeters at home on their own, thinks that such sessions are very difficult and ineffective. We debunk both myths in this article, talking about the wide list of problems that abdominal massage solves and explaining the step-by-step scheme of the procedure at home. So Why You Should Massage Your Stomach and How to Do It?

What are the benefits of a professional belly massage?

• Anti-cellulite and fat-burning effect;
• Improvement of the condition of the skin of the face, body;
• Improvement of the immune system;
• Normalization of the work of internal organs, especially the digestive system;
• Reducing the appearance of scars, stretch marks;
• Getting rid of congestion in the genitourinary system;
• Treatment of prostatitis, diastasis, irritable bowel syndrome;
• Struggle with flatulence, constipation;
• Struggle with swelling, removal of excess fluid, toxins from the body;
• Improve blood circulation, overall well-being;
• Improvement of emotional state, combating headaches, insomnia, the effects of stress.

A classic for all times: how to perform a classic abdominal massage?

Abdominal massage procedure is carried out to treat diseases of the digestive tract, as well as to reduce fat deposits. And the sessions are also prescribed by the doctor for better rehabilitation after injuries.

How to Do Your Stomach Massage

1. Before a tummy massage, the client should prepare: not to eat two hours before the session, go to the toilet before the procedure, take a shower if possible.
2. Apply oil to the skin.
3. The first belly massage should not exceed 10-15 minutes, subsequent ones – 20-25 minutes. The course consists of 10 sessions at one-two day intervals.
4. All movements should be carried out clockwise!
5. Start by stroking with the fingertips. At first light and then increasingly strong, outlining the area around the navel from the smaller diameter for the first movements to the maximum. Repeat in the opposite direction. Time is 3 minutes.
6. Stretching. Working with both hands, you need to rub the skin. The time is 3 minutes. If you want to achieve an anti-cellulite and fat-burning effect, you can increase the intensity or the duration of the movement.
7. Pressure. Place one hand palm down on your belly and with the other press the first one down and hold for 2-3 seconds. Release and repeat at the next point in a clockwise direction. Time: 3 minutes.
8. Kneading. The movement consists of grasping the skin with several fingers and then moving it. This technique warms up the skin well, reduces fat deposits and improves blood circulation. The time is 3 minutes.
9. Vibrate with the edge of the palm or fingers for 3 minutes.
10. Move on to stroking.
11. Rinse off any remaining oil and wipe your skin with a dry or damp towel.