Self-Massage 2

1. Massage movements vary ______ muscle needs. according to
a) according to
b) besides

2. Always prepare your posture ______ starting. ahead of
a) ahead of
b) because of

3. Stretch your arms ______ your shoulders. along with
a) along with
b) apart from

4. Massage can be very effective for most injuries ______ from burn injuries. apart from
a) apart from
b) owing to

5. Tension relief is essential ______ daily stress. because of
a) because of
b) instead of

6. Relax tight areas ______ gentle pressure. by means of
a) by means of
b) in spite of

7. Stretching ______ massage improves recovery. in addition to
a) in addition to
b) because of

8. Focus on the muscles ______ your shoulders. in front of
a) in front of
b) on top of

9. ______ feeling tired, massage can re-energize you. In spite of
a) In spite of
b) Instead of

10. Use gentle strokes ______ rough movements. instead of
a) instead of
b) owing to

11. Massage the neck ______ overall relaxation. on behalf of
a) on behalf of
b) in case of

12. Rest your palms ______ your stomach. on top of
a) on top of
b) in front of

13. Release the tension ______ your shoulders. out of
a) out of
b) instead of

14. Extra care is needed ______ sensitive areas. owing to
a) owing to
b) apart from

15. Stretch lightly ______ starting your massage. prior to
a) prior to
b) because of

16. You can massage for ______ your comfort allows. aslong as
a) as long as
b) because of

17. Stretching works well ______ massage techniques. as well as
a) as well as
b) in spite of

18. Apply oil ______ smooth circular motions. by way of
a) by way of
b) apart from

19. Adjust pressure ______ muscle sensitivity. due to
a) due to
b) in addition to

20. Breathe deeply ______ lingering stress. in case of
a) in case of
b) by means of

21. Relaxation is vital ______ physical recovery. in terms of
a) in terms of
b) because of

22. Adjust your technique ______ muscle tightness. in view of
a) in view of
b) due to

23. Choose tools ______ the area being massaged. with regard to
a) with regard to
b) instead of

24. Be gentle ______ sensitive or injured areas. with respect to
a) with respect to
b) because of

25. Adjust the massage pressure ______ your tolerance allows. as far as
a) as far as
b) owing to