EXPERIMENTAL PROCEDURE
Initially subjects completed and signed an informed consent and the PAR-Q General Health Questionnaire.
A Polar heart rate monitor and Cardiosport transmitter belt were used to record heart rate at five second intervals. Weight (kg) and height (m) were recorded
On completion (5 minutes), subjects relaxed in a supine position, with eyes closed on the massage table for a further three minutes. Heart rate was monitored throughout this period and the lowest value