Massaging Reflex Points: An easy way to have more energy

Did you ever wonder why the Japanese arts always train bare feet and the Chinese arts wear shoes?

Pretty simple.

The Japanese trained inside on tatamis and the Chinese trained outside on rugged terrain. That's it!

I enjoy both.

Try to train at least once a week bare feet.

By doing so, you strengthen your foot and simultaneously massage the reflex points under your feet without having to ask your spouse for one. I agree getting one feels WAY better but if no one is around at least you know what to do.

Massaging the reflex points can be done without the use of your hands. Just one round of shadow punching and kicking bare feet gives your feet enough stimulation.

Stimulating these reflex points are good for:

• Improving circulation
• Increasing energy
• Eliminating or reducing pain
• Deep relaxation
• Detoxification
• Improved glandular function
• Stress relief
• Ability to sustain a high level of productive activity and an overall sense of well being.

Also when you finish your Station Training workout and you're ready to do your cool down using your Stretching and Flexibility tools it's the perfect time to stimulate those reflex points.

Whether you're doing Forward Bends, Upper Thigh Stretch or Inner Thigh Stretch, take some time to dig into those points with your fingers, palms and knuckles.
You can press into them, you can squeeze them or slap them. But do it!

Master Yourself,

Sibok Martin

P.S. The reflex points like Stretching needs to be part of your training routine to maintain optimal health and energy.

Remember, pressing into the reflex points is your way of doing a "systems check" or body inspection. If there is pain, stay on that point, you've found a weak spot.