Relaxing 101
Thursday, May 27, 2010 - Posted by Classy Hammocks - 0 comments

Need the basic steps to doing basically nothing?

Relaxing should come relatively easy, but for many people, it does not.  You need to give your brain a chance to rest once in a while, and let go of life's obligations, problems and worries....that's all part of  Relaxing 101.

One of the world's most natural tools in helping you relax, is the hammock.  It allows you to reach that peaceful state of mind that we don't get all that often.  Here are some tips that can clear your head and help you feel a spiritual connection.  
  • Take a breath of fresh air:  The more we think about our breathing, the less we think about anything else.  Whether you are sitting comfortably in your hammock chair, or lying in your jumbo hammock, just relax your face, keep your eyes open but unfocused, and breathe in and out, slowly and evenly.  Deep breathing lowers stress and heart-rate in a very healthy way.
  • Let your muscles go:  It is amazing how much our bodies try to hold us up.  Even if you feel relaxed, your muscles are probably fighting gravity.  Try this to release your muscles;  Start with your toes, and clench them as tight as you can, then let them relax.  Do this with your other leg muscles, your forehead, and even your eyes.  In the end you'll actually feel much heavier when you sink in to your hammock, as if gravity has increased, because your relieved muscles have dropped their load.
  • Stick with it:  Most meditation techniques involve a mantra of some sort.  If you concentrate on something, make it something good!  and most of all, stick with it, don't give up when your mind starts to wander or clutter up.  That is normal and it happens to everyone.
Relaxation and peace will come, even if it takes a while, and soon, you'll be in hammock heaven!


The Hammock Chair
Wednesday, May 05, 2010 - Posted by Classy Hammocks - 0 comments
The Hammock Chair has become one of the newest and best innovations in the world of hammocks. The hammock chair has only been around for approximately 25 years. The full size, or jumbo, hammock has been around for thousands of years. It is not known who invented the hammock chair, but it originates in the countryside of Nicaragua. Part of the special appeal of the hammock chair is that it is very easy to hang. For a full size hammock you need 2 suspension points, or 2 trees the perfect distance apart, or you have to cement 2 posts, etc. But for a hammock chair, all you need is one suspension point, whether it's a tree limb, the front or back porch, or even in your house. It is so versatile it can be put in small apartments, dorm rooms or even your basement recreation room. They usually run about half the price of a full size hammock.

Our Caribbean Jumbo Hammock Chair stays true to it's origin, but it has been upgraded to include a four foot wide tropical hard wood spreader bar for ample shoulder room. The spreader bar has been coated with multiple coats of marine varnish to protect it from the elements. There is also an extra long footrest so you can easily stretch out, and the body is woven of soft-spun polyester so it will not rot, mold or mildew. With all these special features, it is probably the most luxurious and comfortable hammock chair on the market today. Customer review have been consistently in the 4 to 5 star range since the introduction of this high quality product. Why not try one out today, you will not be disappointed, I can assure you.