Author: Optimal Health Massage Therapy

We are pleased to share the news of the arrival of Cheryl’s baby!  He came a wee bit early;  November 8th at 3:40 pm, actually on Cheryl’s own birthday!

Baelian Alexander Pakkalen   5 lb. 15 oz.

Both mom and baby are healthy and doing very well.

We wish Cheryl all the best when she leaves at the end of October.  Her baby is due in mid November and we hope to have her back in the clinic in the Spring.   Brittany is covering Cheryl’s days in the clinic and between Kim and Brittany, we will be open Monday to Saturday most weeks.

We are expanding our space to include the room next door, and welcoming Britt Jonat from Squamish into our practice.   She will be starting with Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays.  Welcome Britt!

Now Located in our Clinic at Optimal Health Massage Therapy.

Thursday Morning Therapeutic Yoga  9-10:30am.

We are offering small size, individual support if you have any specific injuries or goals. Great class for anyone wanting body care basics or would like to learn some yogic techniques for healing any aches and pains.

Drop In or Preregistration Available.

15$ Drop In

Please Bring a Yoga Mat and Blanket.

For anyone interested in learning more about Cardiovascular Health and Yoga I have found an interesting new Study.

While the article did not share specific poses practiced or style of yoga, it still brings up the interesting question….. Is yoga as beneficial for cardiovascular health as regular aerobic exercise?   I have found from my personal home practice that even when tired, burnt out, maybe recovering from cold or flu.  Even a gentle yoga practice maintains my cardiovascular health and when I return back to my hikes, swimming my endurance is maintained.   Reflecting on my introduction to yoga now 10 years ago, I remember going for a run some 5 months into my practice after not running for years due to a back injury and recalling the surprising ease and comfort in my breathing and body during the activity.   For those of you interested in the article here is the link.  🙂

https://yogainternational.com/article/view/new-study-highlights-yogas-cardiovascular-benefits

Welcome to Our Site.

Combined we have 21 years experience in Health and Massage Therapy.   Both RMT’s are Graduates of Okanagan College of Massage Therapy in Vernon 3000 hour program.   We offer treatments times 6 days a week and options to book by phone, or directly with our online calendar.

Kim Johnston RMT & Cheryl Gray RMT

(250)804-9427    /   (250)517-8050

All Yoga Classes will be held at the beautiful Namaste Yoga and Wellness Center. Find us at 310 Hudson Ave in Salmon Arm. Mondays 9-10:30 Sept 8th, 15th,  22nd,  29th, (Registration for all Monday classes is 64$ works out to 16$ per class or 18$ by drop in )

Monday ::  Core Yoga Basics.  Excellent for Health of Spine, Back and Abdomen.  Suitable for anyone healing from back pain or injury.  Individualized instruction is given.  Drop Ins are welcome.

 Saturday 10 – 11:30  September 6th and 27th  Drop Infor 18 each Saturday ::  Hatha Yoga – All Levels.  Fun Yoga Class for all levels of students to gear and celebrate your weekend.  Areas of focus and intensity of practice will vary to suit the students that attend.  An apporpriate class for all.

Come by to visit our new space.  We are comfortably situated in a quiet corner of the Namaste Yoga and Wellness Center.

Kim and Cheryl offer experienced  treatment of Neck Pain, Back Pain, Joint Health, Restoring Posture, Pregnancy, and Wellness.

  Thank you for welcoming us into our new clinic.

Have a wonderful Day!