Living on the islands, my best friend and I have the privilege of working on all types of clients, from cruise ship tourists to pro athletes training for the Iron Man triathlon. Hawaii is a destination for relaxation and healing. After a week of sharing this aloha through our touch, we tap into the unique offerings of Hawaii to renew. We jump in the warm waters and swim with dolphins, finding ourselves in pods of up to 100 of these amazing creatures! This is not only a spiritual renewal but also a psychical one— sound therapy by way of sonar through the water, and ultimately our bodies. After a dolphin swim, you feel totally blissed out. Next is the kava bar, where we drink indigenous awa root tea out of coconut shells. This “dirt water” has a calming and sedating effect.
Katrina Paul & Ashlee Friedman
Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
After working a busy week performing hands-on, or feet-on, sports and deep-tissue massage, I prefer to PARTY! I’ll jump on a plane to New Orleans, Las Vegas, Hawaii, or wherever I can go that will guarantee music, excitement, and crazy energy. This has proven to be rejuvenating for me, and it has helped to renew my enthusiasm during a long career—20 years. If I already happen to be traveling a lot for work (cool places such as Japan, Rome, or London for the Paralympic Games), then I will do the opposite—I will spend the day at an outdoor day spa, go to a Korean day spa, or spend a day at the beach in a “ginormous” hat sipping purple umbrella drinks.
Ui Eli
Hermosa Beach, California
After working all week, I like to paddle out for some big waves on the south side of the Huntington Beach pier. Surfing keeps me grounded. Plus, the salt water washes away any of the “stuff” I might have picked up from my clients.
Teri Lynn
Huntington Beach, California
Living on the islands, my best friend and I have the privilege of working on all types of clients, from cruise ship tourists to pro athletes training for the Iron Man triathlon. Hawaii is a destination for relaxation and healing. After a week of sharing this aloha through our touch, we tap into the unique offerings of Hawaii to renew. We jump in the warm waters and swim with dolphins, finding ourselves in pods of up to 100 of these amazing creatures! This is not only a spiritual renewal but also a psychical one— sound therapy by way of sonar through the water, and ultimately our bodies. After a dolphin swim, you feel totally blissed out. Next is the kava bar, where we drink indigenous awa root tea out of coconut shells. This “dirt water” has a calming and sedating effect.
Katrina Paul & Ashlee Friedman
Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
After working a busy week performing hands-on, or feet-on, sports and deep-tissue massage, I prefer to PARTY! I’ll jump on a plane to New Orleans, Las Vegas, Hawaii, or wherever I can go that will guarantee music, excitement, and crazy energy. This has proven to be rejuvenating for me, and it has helped to renew my enthusiasm during a long career—20 years. If I already happen to be traveling a lot for work (cool places such as Japan, Rome, or London for the Paralympic Games), then I will do the opposite—I will spend the day at an outdoor day spa, go to a Korean day spa, or spend a day at the beach in a “ginormous” hat sipping purple umbrella drinks.
Ui Eli
Hermosa Beach, California
After working all week, I like to paddle out for some big waves on the south side of the Huntington Beach pier. Surfing keeps me grounded. Plus, the salt water washes away any of the “stuff” I might have picked up from my clients.
Teri Lynn
Huntington Beach, California
I do hot yoga, swap massage with my therapist friends once or twice a week, hike, go to the gym, and try to be as healthy as I can.
Brenda Quinto-Mills
I seek shelter and peace in the confines of my home and family. I also enjoy juicing on a regular schedule, and reading up on techniques, products, and anything else massage.
Patty Duckett-Moore
On Fridays, I get a massage, a coffee, and browse my favorite stores. Then, I go home to watch my favorite TV program I’ve recorded and drink plenty of water!
Gaylene LeVally
My favorite way to rejuvenate is to walk in nature and soak in the sunshine. I love practicing yoga outdoors in a nice place, preferably
close to water.
Ursa Marder
I turn my phone off, tell my company I’m leaving, and leave the city with my husband.
Stephanie toepel
I like a glass of wine at the end of a very busy day—not right now, though. I’m on a cleanse.
alyssa mccall