Deeper massage that often begins with Swedish massage strokes to warm up the tissues, but also uses deeper pressure at specific anatomic points to open up very tight musculature. It is less rhythmic than Swedish, but creates greater and longer-lasting reduction in tension. The term “deep tissue” refers more to working on deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue. Deeply addresses tight muscle groups without going past the point of resistance. It is highly beneficial for physical and mental stress reduction, athletic peak performance, sculpting and overall toning