Antony Quesada Palacios

Tonic Spa

486 Front Street West, Unit 32-33, Terrace Level 2, Toronto, ON, M5V 0V2

How Did You Get Into Health & Wellness: Antony has always had a passion for health and wellness—not just in a physical sense, but as a way of life. His journey began with sports, weightlifting, and running, where he challenged his body through endurance events, completing 10 road and trail races totaling over 134 km in just over a year. Through these experiences, Antony learned the importance of proper recovery, injury prevention, and overall well-being. Massage therapy naturally became an extension of his passion, allowing him to help others stay active and pain-free. What Does Wellness Mean to Antony: Wellness, to Antony, encompasses holistic health, integrating physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being. It’s about staying active through movement and exercise, nourishing the body with proper nutrition, and prioritizing rest and recovery. Mentally and emotionally, wellness means managing stress, fostering resilience, and making time for self-care. Social wellness comes from building meaningful relationships and maintaining a strong support system, while spiritual wellness is about staying connected to personal values, growth, and purpose. For Antony, true wellness is about creating a sustainable lifestyle that allows one to show up as their best self in both professional and personal life. What to Expect in a Session/Treatment: During a session with Antony, clients can expect a customized approach tailored to meet their specific needs—whether it’s relaxation or recovery. Antony blends various therapeutic techniques, including Swedish massage, cupping, hydrotherapy, and aromatherapy. For athletes or those with deeper muscle tension, treatments like deep tissue massage and Thai techniques are employed to enhance mobility and relieve tightness. The treatments not only provide physical relief but also aim to restore balance to both the mind and body, leaving clients feeling refreshed and revitalized. How Clients Will Feel After Treatment: After a session with Antony, clients can expect to feel deeply relaxed, with reduced muscle tension and improved circulation. Many clients report immediate relief from stress and discomfort, as well as enhanced mobility and flexibility. Depending on the techniques used, clients may experience a sense of lightness, improved posture, and an overall heightened sense of well-being. If deep tissue or more intensive techniques were applied, mild soreness may occur, similar to the sensation after a workout, but this typically subsides within a day or two. Hydration and rest will help maximize the benefits of the treatment, allowing the body to fully absorb the therapeutic effects. Services: Massage Therapy Qualifications & Accomplishments: Honors Graduate – Completed Centennial College’s Massage Therapy Program with distinction Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) – Fully licensed and committed to evidence-based practice Specialized Training – Experienced in Deep Tissue Massage, Aromatherapy Massage, and Hot Stone Massage, integrating various techniques to enhance relaxation and recovery. Athletic & Recovery Expertise – Passionate about sports, weightlifting, and running, with firsthand knowledge of injury prevention, rehabilitation, and performance recovery Client-Centered Approach – Known for a calming presence, strong work ethic, and compassionate care, tailoring treatments to individual needs Continuous Learning – Committed to ongoing professional development to expand skills and stay updated on the latest techniques in massage therapy