Today, I want to tell you about one of my FAVORITE doTERRA products. It’s not an essential oil, but it does contain one of doTERRA’s most popular essential oil blends–Deep Blue plus one of nature’s most powerful Swiss Army Knife oils–Copaiba. What makes it so special in my opinion? The Deep Blue Stick produces an INSTANT, undeniable result!
Quick Intro:
As a health coach and personal trainer, I want to be real with you.
I’m a klutz.
And no, physical activity and active, healthy living doesn’t come naturally for me!
So I’m going to share an exercise fail with y’all so that you know you aren’t the only one who struggles with attempts to stay healthy and active by trying new things.
Once Upon a Time, a Klutz Joined a Dance Class…
I injured my Achille’s tendon my very first ballroom dance class in college, and wouldn’t ya know it? My embarrassing moment has lived on to remind me that dancing isn’t for me!
The worst part?
We hadn’t even begun to dance yet…
Class started in one of the gymnasiums, and everyone was sitting on the floor watching the demonstration. Without realizing it, my right leg had gone completely numb, so when I stood up, my shoe caught on the hardwood floor and with a loud crack, my ankle turned.
Hard.
Further than any ankle should ever bend.
Pretty much everyone around me heard the snap, too.
So yeah. I ended up dropping that class because I was out of dancing commission for most of the term, and at 18, the shame was too much to bear. I mean, who messes up their ankle in a dance class before they even get to dancing???
And for the past, oh, nearly two decades (wince) I’ve constantly been reminded of my not-so-great experience with ballroom dance.
Because of the extremely serious sprain (honestly, a brake would have been kinder in the long-term! Doctors words, not mine!), my Achille’s will swell at the drop of a hat. It will complain with any exercise that includes my right ankle flexing, changes in altitude or weather, sitting or standing too long, stretching, not stretching… basically existing!
If you’ve ever seriously messed up tendons, ligaments, or joints, then you probably understand what I’m talking about.
Excruciating, catching pain at inopportune moments.
Pulsing aches because the air pressure changed.
Stinging and burning while doing repetitive movements (such as running).
For years I’ve done the whole R.I.C.E. (Rest-Ice-Compression-Elevation) thing after long runs or races. I’ve soaked in Epsom salts, used professional massage, and admittedly, lots of ibuprofen when it gets really sore.
Recently, I was introduced to doTERRA Deep Blue + Copaiba Stick, and oh my word has my life legitimately changed!
No more OTC pain reducers that kill my liver.
No more taking too much time out of my schedule for an Epsom salt soak (although these are still amazing!).
No more “toughing it out” during heavy ruck walks or runs of any distance.
And R.I.C.E.? It most definitely holds it’s place for post-race recovery, but it’s no longer a daily practice because I just so happened to sit at my desk working too long!
Your New Go-To for Aches & Pains
I cannot impress upon you just how A-MAZING the Deep Blue Stick has been for me. I like to keep it in my fridge when I’m at home so that it’s extra cooling and soothing. π
But when I’m on the go, it’s small enough that I can drop it in my bag and not worry about it leaking or taking up too much space! It’s lives in my running belt during races, next to my energy gels, Band-Aids, and my travel friendly Squirrel’s Nut Butter for anti-chafing.
An added bonus? Even though it smells deliciously minty fresh, it isn’t an overbearing scent! Neither is it reminiscent of the arthritis or other rubs on the market that instantly remind you of your great aunt.
My nephew plays football, and even as a kid he isn’t ashamed to use it or share it with his teammates! If that isn’t a high praise from one of life’s most awkward stages, then I don’t know what is. π
Not only that, my sister-in-law has been able to talk with some of the other parents about the Deep Blue Stick during practice and games, and they’ve hopped onto the doTERRA train because their child kept asking for a stick of their own! I mean, who knew that self care was “cool” to Generation Alpha? π
I mean, when I was their age Axe Body Spray was the thing. π
So What All’s In it?
Good question! I would be remised to not give a bit of education for those of you who are curious enough to have made it this far. π
Here’s a breakdown:
- doTERRA Deep Blue Essential Oil Blend
- Blue Tansy
- Ylang Ylang
- Helichrysum
- Peppermint
- Wintergreen
- Camphor
- Blue (German) Chamomile
- Osmanthus
- Copaiba Essential Oil
- Menthol: maximum OTC strength, plant-based
The formula in essence is simple, but the effects are wonderful and lasting. The stick isn’t sticky, oily, or greasy, and I frequently use it during weightlifting workouts as my muscles start to become sore or strained–while staying safe, of course!
If you’re curious about trying it for yourself or getting something for a loved one with chronic aches and pains, then just get it! You won’t regret it!
And if for some insane reason it doesn’t work for you, doTERRA has an awesome customer service team to help you out. Real people who really care. What a concept?
Don’t buy this at retail cost!
If you’re new to doTERRA, then use this link to get 20-30% off ALL doTERRA products for life! You will become a Wholesale Customer and never pay full price for anything, as well as be privy to new releases, updates, promos, etc. The Deep Blue Stick will be added to your cart automatically, but you can swap that out or get something else no problem! π
Now if you feel like you know several people who could benefit from a product like the Deep Blue Stick, then you’ll definitely want the credit for bringing friends to the fold! Use this link here to become a Wellness Advocate like me! You’ll also get the discounts as well as a host of other benefits.
If you have any questions about this or other doTERRA products (or any of the other products I’ve linked above), send me a message using my contact page and we can communicate directly! π And I promise I’m a real life, flesh and bone human being, so I’ll get back to you as soon as possible. No bots allowed.
A word for inquiring minds like myself
If you’re a chronic researcher like me, then you may be interested in doing additional research at this link here. This link will also give you access to the science behind the Deep Blue Stick, it’s components, and pretty much any other doTERRA product you’re interested in! π
And honestly, that’s probably one of my favorite things about being a doTERRA Wellness Advocate. The company has been around for 16 years and counting, and they’re genuinely open about the science and studies behind the oils and processing. And when it matters, the lack thereof!
Not to mention the entire sourcing chain from the individual farmer, to shipping, and all the way throughout processing, bottling, and getting a product in the homes of real families.
Why do I mention these things?
Because I’m a skeptic.
My career in Marketing placed me right in the middle of the supplement industry, so I’ve seen first hand what alternative medicine can produce. Even though there are good, honest companies trying to do what they can to product a safe, clean, health-promoting product, there are a lot of dishonest, crooked businesses trying to make a quick buck. And the results can be dangerous.
What does this have to do with doTERRA?
If you’re anything like me, then there’s a good chance you’ve been told–or even personally considered–essential oils to be “snake oil.” How can something so simple hold such miraculous claims of healing? I mean, the brain is exceptionally powerful, and the placebo affect is real after all…
Well my friend, I’ve done my own digging. I’ve tried every single thing I promote myself. If I don’t personally think a product is valid, I refuse to recommend it and will send an inquirer to someone else to answer questions.
