SB Therapy

22/05/2026

Looking for 1 model for this day and time. Please get in touch with Sam if you can assist. The cost is £25 for 1.5 hrs.
UPDATE: Space taken now

20/05/2026

Cycle run for the last time here then 6.62 mile walk to add a few more places I have now visited. Beautiful walk along the Thames, watching the rowers and enjoying the heat. Home and work tmw but a few days away in the city does wonders for fitness, confidence and self esteem. Back to clear air, less traffic on roads and making sure my clients exit the cabin feeling wonderful 🥰😀

View SB Foulkes's Ride on May 20, 2026 | Strava

19/05/2026

This is something I look at when clients come through my Cabin. I am not just a massage Therapist, through my PT training and numerous qualifications I am always analysing clients bodies to see where the connection could be coming from when presented with a problematic situation to deliver a therapeutic session. I am unlike many beauty therapist’s who do 1 massage fits all treatments. I use my skills and intuition while the client is relaxing and think about the connected area to the area I find tension in, or have been told about by the client. As many have said “ I feel fine today Sam but I am sure you will find an area that will make me aware of tension” 😃. I love it when clients go out after their session with a smile and feeling taller, less stressed and stronger than they came in.
Happy days 🥰

🚶‍♂️ Understanding Muscle Function During Gait
Ever wondered exactly how our muscles work together to keep us moving efficiently and smoothly?
Biomechanics isn't just about producing movement—it’s equally about controlling it. During the gait cycle, muscles switch dynamically between concentric actions (shortening to generate power) and eccentric actions (lengthening to absorb shock and stabilize).
Save this quick reference guide to master the specific actions and functions of major lower limb muscle groups:
🔑 Key Takeaways:
Concentric Action (Green): The muscle shortens to produce movement (e.g., Gluteus Maximus powering hip extension).
Eccentric Action (Blue): The muscle lengthens to decelerate or control movement (e.g., Quadriceps stabilizing the knee at heel strike to prevent buckling).
The Dual Player: Notice how the Tibialis Anterior plays a double role—working concentrically to clear the foot during the swing phase, and eccentrically to prevent foot slap at heel strike!
Proper muscle coordination and perfect timing ensure an efficient, energy-conserving, and injury-free gait cycle.
👇 Which muscle group do you find most interesting to analyze in clinical gait assessments? Let's discuss in the comments!

19/05/2026

Ashi-stretch sessions help to relieve tension & prepare muscles for everyday tasks.

Differentiation for clarity

Mobility- the active ability of a joint to move through its full range of motion using strength & motor control.

Flexibility- passive ability of a muscle and its connective tissues to lengthen.

Each Ashi-stretch session combines deep tissue massage & targeted passive stretching. It promotes joint mobility & relieves muscle stiffness, allowing you to move more freely right away. All while lying entirely comfortable, taking NO physical exertion from yourself.

Myofascial release is a technique that breaks down muscular adhesions & scar tissue by applying slow targeted pressure along with assisted stretching where I assist your limbs through passive or dynamic stretches to safely increase tissue length. The steady rhythmic nature tells your neurological system to let go of involuntary muscular guarding, alongside deep breathing.

Many clients have benefited through this modality. A massage alone won’t help with everyday activities.

18/05/2026

It’s great to unwind, take a moment to refresh both mind and body and breathe deeply. This morning, I woke up to a gorgeous sunny day and thought “ Alright time to get moving and hop on that bike, start training for the Galloway Recycle Sportive in August. Richmond Park is a fantastic spot just 2 miles from where I am staying” However my mind and body had other plans so it took me a while to get going. But it’s all about staying positive and pushing aside negativity because I ended up cycling 19.22 miles in unfamiliar territory, dealing with heavy traffic and my self doubt and yet I completed the ride! Happy at the end result. Confidence isn’t my strongest suit, except when it comes to SB Therapy, where I truly believe in my skills and ability to deliver a dedicated session. With over 30 years experience and creating beauty courses and new modalities to help clients. I feel honoured to have a very supportive family (the youngsters keep me going with motivation and my parents are always behind me) and now a partner who all lift my spirits with love and kindness.🥰 I’m currently exploring a new modality that will be implemented within the cabin, so stay tuned. Keep positive and 😃. Will be back to work Thursday night, until then please keep any issues at bay 😊🙏😂

17/05/2026

In pain, discomfort, aching body? Join me in helping you release the fascia that holds in that tension with massage lessons. You will learn the correct way to massage those problematic muscles which can be done at home.

12/05/2026

Please get in touch with Sam on 07828 394716 or email simplyb1995@yahoo.com to book, as spaces fill up quickly. Cost is £25 for up to 2 hours. If you haven't had an Ashiatsu fusion massage before, contact me for a consultation. Just lie back and chill out. This is for June

11/05/2026

Well done, Stephen, for getting through the Ashiatsu Fusion training, and good luck with your new modality and premises down in London. Super proud of yet another satisfied student trained by SB Therapy. #

09/05/2026

Looking forward to spending time from beautiful countryside to city life for a few days. A much-needed catch-up with my first student and doing lots of cycling (of course, work will be done at some point). Bookings are filling up, but I will still be available for advice and further bookings while away. I am so excited to be teaching again in June; more details later, as this is truly exciting news, and I will be asking for a few models. Hopefully, more news on MY training will be coming soon, too. Have a lovely weekend and take care.

02/05/2026

Well back to work today after a quick walk with these 2. Amazing company thankyou Steven Winton for the wonderful holiday and scenery. Although this morning the scenery was lovely too in Balmullo. 🥰

22/01/2026

With the unpredictable weather arising there is 1 sure way to be calm and worry free. Enjoying the warmth, cosiness and friendly atmosphere within the Cabin with this special offer on a Tuesday. Book in while you can and start to unwind. Fall asleep and rejuvenate the body and mind.