Lying face-up on the massage table.
The supine position — lying face-up — gives the practitioner access to the chest, abdomen, anterior neck, face, and front of the legs. Many massage sessions include time in both prone and supine positions. Supine work is particularly important for addressing chest tightness from desk work, facial tension from stress, and anterior hip flexor tightness.
Knowing what supine position means makes it easier to talk with a masseur before the session starts. Mention it during the intake conversation if it matters to you — a professional male massage therapist will explain how it fits the modality you booked, adjust pressure or positioning around it, and tell you honestly when a different approach suits your body better. You will find the same vocabulary used across our massage service pages, our wellness guides, and the NYC neighborhood pages, so the terms you learn here carry over to booking a real session.