Willow and Water Massage Therapy

30/04/2026

Athletes: unlock faster recovery and better performance with sports massage. From reducing muscle tension to preventing injuries, our latest blog breaks down how targeted massage supports training at every level. Read more: https://wix.to/fYfpM2n

Sports massage is more than just a luxury treat after a tough workout. For athletes, it’s a powerful tool that can boost performance, speed up recovery, and keep injuries at bay. Whether you’re a weekend warrior or a serious competitor, understanding how sports massage works can make a big diffe...

07/04/2026

Feeling tight, stressed, or just plain worn out? Discover how Misha’s remedial massage can help you heal body and mind — restoring mobility, easing pain, and melting stress away. Read the full post to learn the top benefits and what to expect from a session in Auckland. https://wix.to/6VGRvxn

Imagine a world where your muscles don’t scream after a long day, where stress melts away like ice cream on a sunny Auckland afternoon, and where your body feels like it’s been given a fresh start. Sounds dreamy, right? Well, that’s exactly what remedial massage can do for you. If you’ve bee...

07/04/2026

Ever pushed yourself a little too hard on a North Shore run or hike? I’ve been there — and sports massage is my secret weapon for quicker recovery and fewer niggles. At Willow and Water, I work with you to tailor each session to your body and goals, mixing targeted techniques, gentle stretching and real talk about what helps you move better.

Why book a sports massage with me? Because it’s personalised, practical and perfect for active Kiwis who want to stay in the game. Hydration, honest communication and a little post-massage TLC will keep the benefits rolling.

Keen to give it a go? Come and try a session — your muscles (and your mood) will thank you. Tell me: what activity are you training for right now? 👟🌊💆‍♀️

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Willow and Water: your complementary health practice on the North Shore, providing professional wellness, skincare, and massage treatments as a holistic and therapeutic means of promoting well-being and health.

31/03/2026

Pregnant and want simple ways to feel better between clinic visits? We’ve got you. Try gentle pelvic tilts, seated cat–cow and calf stretches to ease stiffness — do them daily for quick relief. Swap harsh scrubs for a hydrating cleanser and a fragrance-free barrier cream to soothe tightening skin. Modify intensity as your bump grows and stop if anything feels sharp. Expect less stiffness, easier movement and more skin comfort within days. Need personalised tweaks for North Shore, Auckland? Pop by or visit https://wix.to/iVTmALE to book — we’ll tailor a safe plan just for you. ✨🤰🧴

18/03/2026

Feeling like your joints are overachievers? Discover how tailored massage can ease pain, improve stability, and restore comfort for people with hypermobility. Read our quick guide to the benefits, techniques, and why a specialist approach matters. https://wix.to/Yt5eSlg

If you’ve ever felt like your joints are auditioning for a circus act, bending and twisting in ways that make others gasp, you might be familiar with hypermobility. It’s a quirky condition where your joints move beyond the usual range, which sounds fun until you realize it can lead to pain, fati...

13/03/2026

Struggling to fall asleep or stay asleep? Massage can be a powerful, natural way to improve sleep quality — relax your nervous system, ease muscle tension, and set the stage for deeper rest. Read our quick 4-minute guide to how massage helps sleep and practical tips to try tonight: https://wix.to/A8qpuh6

Ever find yourself staring at the ceiling at 3 AM, wondering why sleep feels like a distant dream? Me too. Sleep is one of those magical things that we all need but sometimes just can’t seem to catch. Luckily, there’s a natural, soothing way to help you drift off faster and wake up feeling like ...

23/08/2025

Our wonderful Misha on her way to the finals of the Face of Beauty International NZ Pageant. Go girl! Follow the link, follow , like, comment and repost her photo give her more votes for the people's choice award!

01/08/2024

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💬 Let's chat about the myths surrounding massage! Reply with any misconceptions you've heard and let's set the record straight! 💆‍♀️💬

Discover wellness tips, massage therapy insights, and skin care advice on the Willow and Water blog. Stay informed and rejuvenated with our expert articles and updates.

02/03/2024

Introduction Living with a chronic illness can be physically and emotionally challenging. As symptoms persist, individuals often seek complementary therapies to enhance their quality of life. One such therapy is palliative massage. Today, we explore the advantages of palliative massage for those fac...

02/03/2024

This month's blog is about palliative massage. A much-misunderstood therapy that has a wider range of uses than people think. It is used for a multitude of chronic conditions from mental health and pain relief, to end-of-life care. It's that last bit that people get stuck on but it is so much more and for so many more people.

Get stuck in with this short article and maybe stick around and read some of the other blogs.

Introduction Living with a chronic illness can be physically and emotionally challenging. As symptoms persist, individuals often seek complementary therapies to enhance their quality of life. One such therapy is palliative massage. Today, we explore the advantages of palliative massage for those fac...

18/01/2024

Sorry to all that my website has been displaying badly. I didn't know! I am open as usual and you can book as always on the website.

Check out my blog post on how exercise benefits your brain.

Cerebral Cardio: Aerobic exercise is associated with increased grey matter volume in the brain’s cortex, where memory networks are housed. Physical activity can also help protect the hippocampus, another part of the brain essential to memory, from disease-related shrinkage. It stimulates the birth...