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Your body language may shape who you are ...

A great TED Talk from Amy Cuddy. 21 minute running time but well worth a watch.

Your body language may shape who you are | Amy Cuddy | TED Body language affects how others see us, but it may also change how we see ourselves. Social psychologist Amy Cuddy argues that "power posing" -- standing in...

Whilst the intentions may be good, research suggests that fitness influencers can have a negative impact on mental health. Read more at Professional Beauty

Following health influencers can lower mental health A new study has shown a correlation between low mood and following health and wellness influencers.

Today's the day.

Can't make it. Don't worry. By signing up you will receive access to the full conference to watch at your leisure. It is great being able to tap into these super, informative papers for months and years to come.

No set fee - just contribute what you can.

Institute of Massage & Complementary Medicine

1 sleep!!! It's tomorrow 😍

Don't forget, if you aren't around to watch tomorrow, by signing up you will receive access for the full conference to watch at your leisure.

It is a wonderful opportunity to hear evidence based research from Jing Institute of Massage & Complementary Medicine BTEC graduates and will cover a wide range of topics such as TMJ pain, Parkinsons, hypermobility, fibromyalgia, headaches, stress and anxiety.

No set fee - just contribute what you can.

Institute of Massage & Complementary Medicine

With the end of Wimbledon and the Euros, there will be a few less athletes on the TV whilst we wait for the Olympics to start.

Fear not, here's our very own Affinity Athlete to fill the void! 🤣

It's in great shape with its curvy middle section, weight carrying strength and quality build.

Don't need a lifting backrest then checkout the Affinity 8. Same beautiful, accessible shape, just no lifting backrest and an arm rest sling rather than the hanging board.

As it was obviously our positive vibes that sorted the win on Wednesday, let's go again.

Come on England.

YOU 100% CAN DO IT!

We are behind you every kick of the way.

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UK's biggest spa etiquette annoyances - a great post from Professional Beauty

What spa behaviour annoys you?

UK's biggest spa etiquette annoyances A new survey has revealed what Brits find unacceptable when it comes to spa etiquette.

With Wimbledon nearing its close, we found our thoughts wandering back to when we sent a number of our lovely Affinity Athlete aluminium massage couches to various film locations in France and the UK for use in filming Fifteen Love.

Fifteen-Love | Official Trailer | Prime Video Former tennis prodigy Justine Pearce (Ella Lily Hyland) makes an allegation against her former coach Glenn Lapthorn (Aidan Turner) 5 years after an injury pu...

Come on England.

Sending positive vibes.

YOU CAN DO IT!

England Come GIF - England Come On - Discover & Share GIFs Found on Google from tenor.com

We really can't stress enough the importance of sharing research, knowledge and good practise. Knowledge is power, right?

To anyone visiting our beautiful city this summer, be sure to check out .

Oxtrail is a stunning art trail where you wander around the city tracking down a herd of 138 Ox (large and small). Maps can be picked up for just £2/map from the Oxtrail 24 hub in the Westgate Centre or from one of the Sobell House charity shops.

A great way to explore Oxford, see some great art and raise funds for a great charity.

Home - OxTrail 2024 The OxTrail Art Sculpture Trail for 2024.

8 Sleeps!

Don't forget, if you aren't around on the 16th July, by signing up you will receive access for the full conference to watch at your leisure.

It is a wonderful opportunity to hear evidence based research from Jing Institute of Massage & Complementary Me dicine BTEC graduates and will cover a wide range of topics such as TMJ pain, Parkinsons, hypermobility, fibromyalgia, headaches, stress and anxiJing Institute of Massage & Complementary Medicine BTEC graduates and will cover a wide range of topics such as TMJ pain, Parkinsons, hypermobility, fibromyalgia, headaches, stress and anxiety.

No set fee - just contribute what you can.

Jing Institute of Massage & Complementary Medicine

New on the blog ...

We (hopefully) all do it but did you know just how powerful that smile can be? Read our latest blog to find out how a simple smile can improve both your, and those around you's day.

The power of smiling - Therapy Essentials Research has shown that smiling can have a positive impact on both physical and mental health. The powerful smile begins in our sensory corridors – the hearing of a word, seeing something familiar or a hand feeling the pressure of another hand are all examples. This emotional data whips up...

Nut free - wel done Songbird.

Our very first product to be manufactured in our completely nut-free manufacturing room is… Balance Reflexology Wax 100g!

If you purchase this wax, you’ll now notice the little nut free symbol in the top righthand corner of the label, meaning you can be sure that this product has been manufactured in a nut-free environment.

More blends will be exclusively nut-free shortly, and we’ll keep you posted as and when they’re available to purchase from our website, so keep your eyes peeled!

A quick reminder that we’ll be phasing in our nut-free versions as the old stock runs out. So some blends and sizes will be available sooner than others. But you’ll know you’ve got a newly manufactured nut-free product when you see the nut free symbol on the label.

As always, if you have any questions about the changeover, please don’t hesitate to contact us on 01749 860387.

(P.S. If you’ve purchased Balance Reflexology Wax from us before, don’t worry - our Reflexology Waxes have never contained Almond Oil previously. But now that our manufacturing room is completely nut free, we can officially start putting the nut free symbols on the labels.)

We always feel like proud parents here at Affinity when we spot one of our super massage couches out there doing its job.

Today's excitement came courtesy of the Carnegie School of Sport as they start putting the Leeds Utd football team through various physical tests ahead of pre-season training. They really do have the most amazing set up. Some great shots of our Affinity Marlin aluminium massage couch on their Instagram post.

It's nearly time!

Jing's fantastic BTEC level 6 Graduates are sharing their research live for the first time.

Sign up now through Jing's website to come along for this wonderful insight into the great work the therapists have completed and ask any questions you may have.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain knowledge of the BTEC LEVEL 6 and be inspired by those who have done the course.

Cant make the live zoom, sign up today and to get access to the recording.

https://www.jingmassage.com/woocommerce-shop/online-courses/jul-24-jing-clinical-research-conference/ic

Who doesn't love a massage?

TikTok · Hanna Lulek Check out Hanna Lulek’s video.

We don't often share details of our accessories but our Thursday Throwback brought up this image of our Affinity Paper Towel Holder.

Here is the original image and the cut out. Which do you prefer?

Happy World Wellbeing Week!

Started in 2019, World Wellbeing Week had the aim of providing an opportunity for participants worldwide to celebrate the many aspects of wellbeing. Whether it be finding purposeful work to financial security, physical, mental and emotional health, social resiliance and empathic corporate and civic leadership, community relations and care for the environment, World Wellbeing Week offers a platform to celebrate all things Wellbeing.

Here's a great visual prompt of the 5 steps of wellbeing.

The 5th Annual Sports Massage Academy Conference is taking place in Nottingham on 5th and 6th October.

A superb opportunity for therapists to get together and brush up on their skills as well as an opportunity to win some great prizes.

CPD Sports Massage Course, Nottingham -5th October 24 The Sports Massage Academy Annual Conference is back, bigger and better than ever! Our graduate community now supports over 1800 members nationwide and the conference gives us a rare opportunity to come together to learn, grow and develop as well as celebrate our awesome industry. We've created an e...

If it is your dream to become a football physio, here is how you can make that dream a reality.

How To Become a Football Physio - The Football Physio The following article details the typical training and qualifications that are required to work as a physiotherapist in professional football.

Affinity Classic is a luxurious, 2-section, static couch that has been designed for use in a number of different treatment settings such as spa, beauty, holistic, medical and massage. As with all Affinity couches, client and therapist comfort is a key factor with design and the Classic will meet all expectations.

With a generous depth of sumptuous Therafoam comfort padding and soft touch PU upholstery, the Affinity Classic takes client comfort to another level. Our foam system has been designed to provide excellent feedback for massage whilst still offering exceptional comfort for those treatments reliant on deep relaxation or treatments where the client is spending a long time on the couch. For added comfort and convenience, not to mention flexible therapist positioning, the Classic benefits from our Affinity ergonomic breathe hole with plug as well as a face cradle frame with comfort cushion and padded hanging arm rest.

The lifting backrest is adjusted via a smooth, silent, trouble-free (non-ratchet) lever system which allows the therapist to set the height wherever they choose – simply lift and stop when the required angle has been reached. A light push down on the lever will allow the backrest to be gently lowered.

As well as being a truly luxurious, great-looking couch, the Affinity Classic will ensure your customers have the best treatment experience and will happily slot into any environment thanks to its classic and timeless design.

With the UEFA European Football Championship now well underway we were keen to explore the behind the scenes roles.

As a manufacturer of premium massage therapy equipment that is regularly used by Premiership, National and International teams, we often come across some of the unsung heroes of the game. Here, The Football Physio share an insight into the role of the Football Physio.

https://thefootballphysio.co.uk/the-role-of-a-football-physio/

How excited were we to hear German footballer Ilkay Gundogan talking to his wife Sarah about the importance of getting his Affinity massage couch to him during his move from Manchester City to Barcelona September 2023?

We know how popular Affinity couches are amongst our professional sports teams and players but it was brilliant seeing it on the TV.



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Did you know this week is Men's Health Awareness Week - 10th - 16th June 2024.

The aim of Men’s Health Week is to:

Heighten awareness of preventable health problems for males of all ages.

Support men and boys to engage in healthier lifestyle choices / activities.

Encourage the early detection and treatment of health difficulties in males.

Click through for more information and support:

https://www.bupa.co.uk/health-information/mens-health

Men’s health | Health information | Bupa UK Find help and support on men’s health conditions, including symptoms, self-checks and when to see a professional.

It is always so lovely to hear how you enjoy working with our products. We have taken a lot of care over the years to make sure pur products are great and it isn't always easy getting the message across the internet.

Thank you Shell Yates for your lovely words.

We currently have a small number of Affinity Sports Pro couches in white upholstery that are available at a heavily discounted price.

The Affinity Sports Pro is an absolute power house of a couch, originally designed with the sports/physio market in mind, but now enjoyed by all. This beautiful, sleek, robust, electric massage couch is a great allrounder and ‘must have’, long-term investment for your clinic or treatment centre.

As with all Affinity couches, the Sports Pro is packed with features that ensure a great treatment experience for both client and therapist alike.

Its sturdy, powerlift base features 4 easy-roll, rotating castors which allows the couch to be easily moved. Each wheel can be locked into position to ensure the couch is secure and properly positioned at all times.

The Sports Pro offers great levels of electrically powered height adjustment which can be quickly, and quietly, altered using a foot pedal. In terms of positioning the couch top, the back rest and lower leg section are manually operated enabling the couch to be used completely flat through to a seated position thus allowing you complete flexibility in all your treatments.

Further enhancing client comfort, not to mention offering more flexible positioning for the therapist, is the Affinity ergonomic breathe hole, which comes with plug and the double articulating face cradle frame, contoured cushion and hanging arm rest.

Another feature is the firm but incredibly comfortable, sports grade Therafoam which not only ensures great feedback during massage, but also that your clients have the most comfortable experience possible, even during those longer and more challenging sessions.

KEY FEATURES:

Great massage feedback
Excellent client comfort
Therafoam sports padding
Hardwearing upholstery
Excellent stability
Electric height adjustment
Couch rises and lowers in its own footprint so no additional space required
Long lasting, European Dewert motor
Manually operated lifting back rest using our unique friction system
Manually operated drop-down lower leg section (friction system)
User-friendly controls
Strong, steel frame
Affinity ergonomic breathe hole and plug
Slimline width so great for better body access or a room where space is tight.

Affinity Powerlift

The clue is in the name!

As you would expect from UK leading brand Affinity, everything about this 2 section electric couch is powerful and over engineered. Whether it be its exceptional lifting strength, rock solid stability (regularly used in settings where the therapist is on the couch with the client) or generous, comfortable and supporting couch top, the Affinity Powerlift has all the quality fittings and features that have become synonymous with Affinity brand.

As well as the above, another part of the Affinity Powerlift’s appeal is the therapists' back, and time, saving electric height adjustment (just how great is the level of adjustment?), along with the energy saving manual backrest that can be set in any position through the adjustment range rather than pre-defined ratchet settings.

All in all, if you are looking for a strong, reliable, comfortable electric couch that will function as a good allrounder for your therapy/treatment centre, then look no further than the Affinity Powerlift.