The Real Reason You Need a Massage + Grand Opening of Mountainside Spa

When I was a college student, a massage at an honest to goodness spa (scented candles, heated tables, the works!) was the ultimate luxury. As soon as we were married, I let John know that massage gift certificates were welcome on any occasion.

It wasn’t until I had our second baby that I had an epiphany. Massage was no longer simply a luxury, it was a necessity that I needed to work into our budget! Here are some of the real reasons that I try to get a massage several times a year even on a tight budget.

1. I’m a Mom and a blogger. I’ve nursed three babies for a combined total of five years. Sadly, my shoulders are stuck in the nursing hunch even though I am no longer nursing. Typing for hours a day on my lap top does not help that. Add in car pool and rush hour stop and go traffic – my neck and shoulders are a hot mess. The result – I’ve got problems with pinched nerves and subsequently problems with numbness in my hand. No good! Regular massage helps to work out those tight spots!
2. I’m exercising and weight-lifting. My trainer has been telling me for years that massage will help my weight loss. Massage directly impacts the circulatory system. Getting a monthly massage (I wish! I’m working towards it!) helps to rest and relax those hard-working muscles that are working over time.
3. I have a hard time sleeping. I’d attribute this to 8 years of waking up with children during the night, but I was a terrible sleeper before that anyway. There’s a reason you practically fall asleep on the massage table! Massage gives your mind and body permission to move into that meditative and restorative space.
4. It’s cold and flu season and I have two children in school. Did you know that massage can increase your disease-fighting white blood cells? Talk about an immune boost! Not to mention that it helps decrease stress, too!
5. I want to my body to last the next 70 years! I am turning 34 on Friday (gasp!) and my body sadly isn’t want it used to be. Three pregnancies and a busy mom lifestyle has taken its toll. I’m proud of what this ole’ body has accomplished and it’s time to say thanks by taking better care of it. That means treating it to the pampering AND restorative maintenance of a massage!                 

Do any of those reasons apply to you? If so, you need to come to the Mountainside Spa Grand Opening Event on September 10th.  They will spoil you silly with free mini facials as well as seated massages. I was lucky enough to get a sneak peek of the brand new spa and experience the Mountainside Retreat – a massage with a facial. It was 75 minutes of pure heaven. My masseuse, Ezralea, had me in a state of complete relaxation. It was the perfect combination of firm and soft touch. I had been at the hospital all week helping my mom after surgery for her broken leg. Needless to say, I melted into that heated massage table. It was my first time on a heated massage table and I must say that I am hooked!

If you’ve never had a facial in combination with a massage, you need to treat yourself! My favorite part of the facial was the Strawberry Rhubarb Dermafoliant and the heated towels. My skin is still feeling silky smooth a week later! So important to me that they use an organic skincare line like Eminence.

One of the things that I love most about Mountainside Spa is that there is something for everyone in every price range. Whether you just need a 25 minute chair massage on your lunch break or if you would like to indulge in the 2.5 hour Nordic retreat, these ladies have just what your body needs. Their online booking system is easy to use and you’ll be set up with what you need in no time.

The location is perfect! Mountainside Spa is nestled in Old Mill in Cottonwood Heights (6556 South Big Cottonwood Canyon Road Suite 700) with some of my favorite restaurants – Happy Sumo, Thai Basil, and Cafe Zupas to name a few. Hello date night! Mountainside Spa has other locations up the canyon in Alta. I love that they’ve brought some of that spa on the slopes charm down to the valley for us to enjoy year round.

Be sure to spoil yourself at their grand opening on Thursday September 10th from 11-7 pm. Your body will thank you! More info about the grand opening here. Stay in touch with them on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter so you don’t miss out on any pampering news!

Thrilled to be part of a blog campaign for this local Utah business. To facilitate this review, I received a spa package as well as product to use at home. All love of massages and opinions are my own.