The Massage Garage

06/01/2026

Rabbit! Rabbit! Pride Rabbits!
Wishing you all a month filled with good health, buckets of joy, and a heart full of pride. With love and gratitude to all of you and the freedom to be my authentic self.
The Massage Garage

As always….
Give your body the tune-up it deserves!

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04/25/2026

I just want to take a moment to say thank you.

To everyone who voted, shared, messaged, and supported me throughout the Entrepreneur of Impact journey—I’m truly grateful. Because of you, I finished 7th in my group, and that means more to me than you might realize.

This wasn’t just about a competition. It was about showing up, putting myself out there, and feeling the strength of my community behind me every step of the way.

I’m also proud that through this experience, we helped support GENYOUth and their mission to help schoolchildren thrive through better nutrition and physical activity. That’s a win far beyond any ranking.

While I didn’t make the next round, I’m walking away energized, inspired, and more committed than ever to continuing to grow The Massage Garage and serve this incredible community.

Thank you for being part of this with me.
—Gary

“Give your body the tune-up it deserves!”

04/23/2026

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04/22/2026

Hey y’all—

I could really use your support right now. I’ve slipped to 6th place, and there are only 35 hours left to make it into the Top 5.

This opportunity is within reach—an appearance in Entrepreneur Magazine and the chance to scale my impact with Daymond John—but I need a strong push to get there.

If you have a moment, you get one free vote each day, (today, your vote will count 2X’s) and it truly makes a difference:
https://entrepreneurofimpact.org/2026/gary-mendelson

Thank you for being in this with me—it means a lot.

Hugs,
Gary

One visionary will take home $25,000, appear in an Entrepreneur Magazine advertorial, and receive a one-on-one mentoring session with Daymond John.

04/20/2026

Hey Y’all!

—I could really use your support.

I’m currently 5th in my category, and I’m working hard to stay there as we head into the Top 5 cutoff this Thursday (4/23).

This opportunity is real—an appearance in Entrepreneur Magazine and the chance to scale my impact with Daymond John are within reach.

If you have a moment, you get one free vote each day, and it truly makes a difference:
https://entrepreneurofimpact.org/2026/gary-mendelson

Thank you for being part of this with me—I appreciate you more than you know.

Hugs-
Gary

One visionary will take home $25,000, appear in an Entrepreneur Magazine advertorial, and receive a one-on-one mentoring session with Daymond John.

04/19/2026

Hey everyone—quick favor 🙏

Today votes are **DOUBLED**, and I could really use your support. You get **one free vote each day**, and today it counts twice.

If you’ve got a moment, please vote and share—it truly makes a difference:
https://entrepreneurofimpact.org/2026/gary-mendelson

Thank you for being in my corner ❤️
Gary

One visionary will take home $25,000, appear in an Entrepreneur Magazine advertorial, and receive a one-on-one mentoring session with Daymond John.

04/19/2026

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04/13/2026

April 13- Piriformis

Hip Tightness That Travels: It may involve a nerve.

The piriformis can influence the sciatic nerve—often tightening as a protective response.

The piriformis is a small but powerful muscle deep in your hip.

It sits very close to the sciatic nerve—and in some people, the nerve even passes through it.

Its role is to:
• Help rotate the hip
• Stabilize the joint
• Assist with movement control

But when it tightens, it can create:
• Deep hip discomfort
• Pain that travels down the leg
• A feeling of restriction when sitting

This is why it’s often associated with “sciatica.”

But again—this is often protection, not damage.

Daily Action:
Sit comfortably.
Bring awareness to your deep hip.
Take a slow breath.
Notice the area - without trying to change it.

When the nervous system feels safe, the muscle often follows.

And remember, give your body the tune-up it deserves.

With gratitude,
Gary
The Massage Garage
415.845.7143

👉 Book your tune-up: https://themassagegarage.net

👉 Support my Entrepreneur of Impact journey:
https://entrepreneurofimpact.org/2026/gary-mendelson

04/12/2026

Your Balance Muscle Is Talking To You

April 12- Glute Medius

The glute medius stabilizes your pelvis during movement—key for balance, walking, and injury prevention.

Body:
The glute medius sits on the outer part of your hip.

Its primary role is to stabilize your pelvis every time you:
• Walk
• Stand
• Shift weight
• Balance on one leg

It’s not just a “hip muscle.”
It’s a control center for movement.

When it’s not coordinating well, other muscles step in—often the low back, hip flexors, or outer thigh.

This can lead to:
• Hip tightness
• Knee discomfort
• Subtle instability when walking
• A feeling of imbalance

The issue isn’t always strength.

It’s timing.

Daily Action:
Stand on one leg.

Notice:
Does your hip grip? Drop? Shift?
Observe without correcting.

Your body reveals its patterns when you stop trying to fix them.

👉 Book your tune-up: https://themassagegarage.net

👉 Support my Entrepreneur of Impact journey:
https://entrepreneurofimpact.org/2026/gary-mendelson

“Give your body the tune-up it deserves.”

Warm regards,
Gary

The Massage Garage
1801 Bush Street, Suite 131A
San Francisco, CA
415.845.7143
[email protected]

04/11/2026

The Real Reason One Side of Your Low Back Hurts

April 11- Quadratus Lumborum (QL)

If your low back pain tends to show up more on one side,
the quadratus lumborum (QL) is often involved.

This muscle runs from your pelvis to your floating rib and lumbar spine.

Its role is to:
• Stabilize your spine
• Assist in side bending
• Help maintain upright posture

But functionally, it does something even more important:

It acts as a back stabilizer.

When your body doesn’t feel supported—whether from posture, movement patterns, or fatigue—the QL steps in.

And when it stays “on” too long, and as pictured above, you may feel:
• One-sided low back tightness
• Discomfort when standing or walking
• A constant gripping sensation

This isn’t weakness.
It’s compensation.

Daily Action:
Gently shift your weight side to side.

Notice:
Does one side feel more active or restricted?

No correction. No fixing.
Just awareness.

Awareness is the first step toward giving your body better support.

👉 Book your tune-up: https://themassagegarage.net

👉 Support my Entrepreneur of Impact journey:
https://entrepreneurofimpact.org/2026/gary-mendelson

“Give your body the tune-up it deserves.”

Warm regards,
Gary

The Massage Garage
1801 Bush Street, Suite 131A
San Francisco, CA
415.845.7143
[email protected]