You’re in Good Hands WITH MAC MASSAGE THERAPISTS

The complete wellness team at the Missouri Athletic Club is ready to help you feel your best with four massage therapists on staff.

Jerrad Benton, Jennifer Blaha, Kelly McNally and Teah Sparks keep Members’ aches and pains at bay at the Downtown and West Clubhouses. Members can receive massage services from Blaha and McNally at the West Clubhouse while Sparks works out of the Downtown Clubhouse. Benton can be booked at either location.

Now more than ever massage therapy has gained recognition with allied wellness and healthcare professionals as a safe and effective treatment for improving overall wellness and healing. Whether Members want to optimize their recovery after a workout, improve performance, rehab an injury or simply de-stress so their shoulders don’t touch their ears, the MAC has a treatment that can help.

This is why MAC massage therapists offer an assortment of outcome-based massage treatments including a range of circulatory, connective tissue,

KIRKE BIENEMAN – JENNIFER BLAHA’S CLIENT

musculoskeletal and specialized techniques. Each treatment option seeks to accomplish a specific outcome and optimize the body’s natural processes. Many of our services complement physical therapy and corrective exercise, helping to prepare the muscles and joints for functional training. Some of these may qualify, with a doctor’s referral, for reimbursement through a Member’s health insurance.

MAC massage services are helpful for Members who are hurting, stiff, or just want to get away for an hour and unwind. With over 70 years of combined experience and hundreds of hours of specialized training, it’s safe to say you’re in good hands.

Visit mac-stl.org/Fitness_Wellness to learn more about how the MAC’s massage services can aid in your health journey.

Massage therapy with Jennifer Blaha has become an essential part of my weekly MAC fitness regimen. While working with personal trainer Chris Lueken he helped me recognize the chronic shoulder and upper back pain I suffered could be remedied. Work and my favorite activity of cycling led to constant muscle tension which I tried to ignore. Chris referred me to Jennifer for massage therapy and it has transformed my work, cycling and sleep. I can better withstand hours on my feet and hours on the bike because Jennifer is there to provide the necessary therapy. This allows me to stay focused on my training and get the pain free sleep and recovery that are essential to improving my fitness. The massage therapy with Jennifer Blaha is now an integral aspect of my ongoing MAC training program.

CHRIS

MICHALAK – TEAH SPARKS’ CLIENT

I’ve suffered from lower back pain for most of my adult life. Several years ago, I started seeing Teah at the Downtown Clubhouse. Wow, she’s a miracle worker – immediate relief! She showed me what was happening in my hips and lower back, worked extensively on that area, and then gave me some exercises to do at home. Teah has given me the ability to remain active. She is a professional through and through, really knows her stuff. I highly recommend Teah to anyone in need of a top-notch massage experience.

ELIZABETH

GARNER – JERRAD BENTON’S CLIENT

I started going to Jerrad about a year ago amidst training for a full marathon. His knowledge of muscle recovery and deep tissue massage was crucial to my ability to train and perform at my highest potential. I’m still working with Jerrad at the MAC every few weeks to make sure that I’m staying healthy. I have minimal joint pain and more importantly, my muscular recovery is better than ever. Thanks to these massage services, I am strong, confident, and staying in shape. Recovery is key.

MARY ANN BOYD – KELLY MCNALLY’S CLIENT

Kelly McNally is amazing! She is a skilled, versatile therapist who individualizes massages based on each client’s need. I am impressed with her dedication to excellence and commitment to seeking the latest massage techniques. She is a warm and compassionate person who works hard to provide the best massage whether male, female, pregnant, young or old. The MAC is fortunate to have such a dedicated employee.

F Deep Tissue

F Swedish

F Sports

F Neuromuscular Therapy

F Prenatal

F Hot Stone

F Rehabilitative

F Myofascial Release

F Myofascial Cupping

F Skin Smoothing Cupping

F Energy Work

F Lymphatic Drainage

F Reflexology

F Chair Massage