Meet Mike Buchanan, Remedial Massage Therapist
As a former corporate professional turned remedial massage therapist, Mike draws on personal experience to address the physical challenges associated with demanding careers.
His journey began as an enthusiast of yoga, martial arts, distance running, and callisthenics, seeking a modality for effective physical maintenance. This quest led him to discover the transformative power of sports and remedial massage, sparking a passion to become a practitioner and help others achieve balance in their lives.
Education and Expertise
Since 2017, Mike has been a qualified massage therapist and he’s been a personal trainer since 2007. He graduated from Evolve College in 2019 and possesses the following qualifications:
- HLT52015 Diploma of Remedial Massage
- Cert IV AIF Master Trainer (Personal Training)
- Functional Fitness Institute Level 2
- Five Element Acupressure Level 1
Mike uses the following techniques: myofascial release, deep tissue, trigger point therapy, acupressure, and relaxation. These are combined in different ways to deliver remedial, sports, and deep tissue massages.
Corporate Wellness and Local Impact
Mike’s professional journey extends into corporate wellness, collaborating with physiotherapists and subcontracting with JRM to provide services for the NRL’s Manly Sea Eagles until 2020. Currently, he provides remedial and sports massage locally in Northern Beaches, catering to a diverse clientele ranging from 15 to 85 years old.
A Passion for Holistic Wellbeing
Beyond his technical proficiency, Mike finds fulfilment in helping clients manage pain and discomfort, believing that a balanced body leads to a more energetic and passionate life. His goal is to alleviate pain, manage stress, and release tension by restoring the body’s equilibrium.
Fully insured and accredited with AMT (Assoc. of Massage Therapists), Mike is dedicated to helping individuals not only survive but thrive in today’s fast-paced lifestyle.
In His Spare Time
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To experience the many benefits of massage, book a session with Mike today!