Foundation Soft Tissue Therapy

29/10/2025

This is Bob's Day. Does This Sound Familiar? ☕
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Bob’s Daily work Routine :

• ​☕ Morning Start: Sits down for his cup of coffee.
• ​🚗 Commute: Drives to the station, then settles on the train.
• ​🖥️ The Work Day: Spends an 8-hour shift stationary at his desk, doing meetings and calls.
• ​🚂 Evening Commute: Sits through the train ride and car journey home.
• ​🛋️ Wind-Down: Finishes the day by sitting on the couch to binge-watch Netflix.
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Bob spends over 12 hours of his day seated. This lack of movement is the problem.
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Hours spent sitting cause the muscles in his shoulders, neck, and lower back to become tight and fatigued. His body is constantly compressed, building up tension that his usual routine can't release.

If this sounds like you, and you are experiencing aches and pains from your daily routine, then send me a DM or contact @07920132969

28/10/2025

This afternoon was about moving and getting it done.

Down the gym for back and biceps.

Started with a bit of hip mobility.
Dead lifts.
Seated wide grip row.
Bent over rows (DB).
Lat pull down .
Reverse Flys.
Lat pullovers.

Followed by

Spider curls.
Inclined curls.

Yes there was alot of volume there.
But the key take is to make sure you move.

26/10/2025

Great all round stretch for someone with a sedate job. Hold each one for 10 to 30 seconds.

9 core exercises after 40 for posture, balance, longevity!
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21/10/2025

Things to Avoid Before a Sports Massage which excludes intense physical activity:

• ​Eating a large meal (can cause discomfort and lethargy)

• ​Drinking excess alcohol or caffeine (causes dehydration and hinders muscle recovery)

• ​Neglecting personal hygiene (be clean, but don't overcompensate with strong-smelling creams or sprays)

• ​Lying about injuries, pain tolerance, or pre-existing medical conditions

• ​Getting a massage while sick with a fever, infection, or contagious illness

• ​Wearing restrictive clothing to the appointment

• ​Taking drugs or mind-altering substances (can interfere with the session and may prevent the therapist from treating you)

I offer sports and remedial massage right in your own home for aches and pains from injuries or chronic conditions.

I have some availability this week if you'd like to book a session.

You can reach me on 07920132968 to chat about how I can help.

15/10/2025

Try these after long periods of sitting .

Full Body Mobility Workout

14/10/2025

Here are the top 5 things to do before your next sports massage:
• ​Drink Up! 💧 Stay well-hydrated in the 24 hours leading up to your appointment. It makes your muscles more pliable and helps flush out toxins afterward.
• ​Eat Light 🍎 Avoid heavy meals right before. A small snack or light meal 1–2 hours beforehand is perfect so you’re comfortable lying down.
• ​Shower Power 🚿 A warm shower before you come in is a courtesy to your therapist, and it helps relax your muscles ahead of time!
• ​Dress Easy 👖 Wear loose, comfortable clothes that are easy to change out of (shorts and a t-shirt are great!).
• ​Speak Up! 🗣️ Be ready to tell your therapist about any specific pain, tight spots, or injuries. We want to focus on what you need most!

• I offer sports and remedial massage right in your own home for aches and pains from injuries or chronic conditions.
I have some availability this week if you'd like to book a session. You can reach me on 07920132968 to chat about how I can help.

06/10/2025

Ive just been to put to sort out some washing from the line and one side of the house is covered in Lady bugs.

Why now and where did they come from.

29/09/2025

Hi there I'm John a Soft Tissue Therapist offering sports and remedial massage. I work with aches and pain from injuries to chronic pain or medical conditions.
I am mobile so I can come to you.
If you have any questions,
Call me on 07920132968 or send me a message.

22/09/2025

08/09/2025

Hello! I'm back at work in my lovely and sunny Liphook treatment room. I had a really nice summer with my children but am now refreshed and ready to get back to work:

Monday: Liphook clinic 9am - 3pm

Tuesday - Thursday: Physio and Pilates in Tongham at the Healthcare Hub

*Thursday evening appointments available in Liphook *

📞 07349983321
📩 pilatesbyrachelm@gmail.com

01/09/2025

So here is a round up of the misconceptions of massage therapy if you missed any of them.

* Sports Massage is Only for Elite Athletes (Myth: It's for anyone with muscle tension from activity).

* A Sports Massage Has to Be Painful to Be Effective (Myth: It should not be excruciatingly painful; discomfort is okay, but not agony).

* Sports Massage Releases "Toxins" from Muscles (Myth: Your liver/kidneys handle detoxification, not massage directly).

* Sports Massage Permanently "Removes Knots" or "Breaks Down Adhesions" (Myth: It helps release tension and remodel tissue, but isn't about physically breaking things).

* You Should Only Get a Sports Massage When You're Injured or Very Sore (Myth: It's also a powerful tool for prevention and maintenance).

* Sports Massage is Just Deep Tissue Massage (Myth: It incorporates many techniques beyond just deep tissue).

* You Must Drink Loads of Water After a Sports Massage (Myth: No scientific evidence for needing extra water beyond normal hydration).
Is there anything else you'd like to know or clarify about sports massage misconceptions, or would you like to move on to a different topic?

If you have any questions or want a treatment
Drop me a DM
WhatsApp me on 07920132968
Or Email jm.fstt@gmail.com

27/08/2025

Part 7 of 7 in common misconceptions of massage
7. You Must Drink Loads of Water
After a Sports Massage:
* Truth: While staying hydrated is always important for overall health, there's no scientific evidence that you need to drink significantly more water after a sports massage to "flush out toxins" (again, linking back to that myth). Drink water as you normally would to maintain good hydration.
By understanding these misconceptions, you can better appreciate the evidence-based benefits of sports massage and how it can contribute to your physical well-being, whether you're an athlete or not.

So if you have any questions about massage/soft tissue therapy of how much a session with me would cost.

Call or text 07920132968
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Email jm.fstt@gmail.com