ut the tissues of the face
were also filled out considerably, and when improvement is thus
manifested on the surface you can well realize that the internal
changes are even more pronounced.

The devitalized condition of the various glands and structures in this
part of the body is gradually remedied by the improvement in
the circulation that comes with what might be termed a stimulating
supply of liquids, and the same good result is accomplished, so far
as the general circulation is concerned, in the welfare of the body as
a whole. Those suffering from high blood pressure will find this
treatment of unusual value, though great care should, of course, be
taken to avoid any movements that are in any way exhausting or violent.
When the blood is in a thick or viscous condition the use of the hot
water adds to its fluidity, and it can then be forced more easily
through the capillaries, thus greatly lessening the blood pressure. It
is well known that a low blood pressure is conducive to endurance and to
general health. And when these exercises especially advised for
stimulating the nerve centers and for strengthening and vitalizing the
spine are combined with a liberal use of hot water, the blood is forced
through all the tissues, with the general effect of thoroughly
cleansing all parts, in addition to immediately cleansing the
alimentary canal.

It is customary among athletes to use massage, or what is commonly
called a "rub down," following their exercise. The purpose of this
is to increase the circulation and thereby to carry out of the muscles
the fatigue-poisons that have accumulated therein during the exercise.
Now if a large amount of hot water is used in connection with movements
such as we are illustrating, this purpose will be even more
thoroughly accomplished during the exercise itself, as the muscular and
other tissues are virtually flushed out owing to the more fluid
character of the blood and its more ready and perfect circulation
through all parts. One who feels stiff from severe exercise, or finds
his tissues sore for other reasons, should be able to overcome this
stiffness and gain a sense of refreshment through this method.

Referring to the subject of elimination in the case of fatigue, I might
say that some students have ascribed the feeling of fatigue at the end
of the day's work to an accumulation of deposits within the walls of the
arteries and vein