DW Sports Massage

DW Sports Massage Level 5 Sports Therapist in Portishead. Assessment, treatment & injury rehab. Sports massage.

London Marathon Looming? When should I have a sports massage? A pre-marathon sports massage can improve circulation, red...
07/04/2026

London Marathon Looming?

When should I have a sports massage?

A pre-marathon sports massage can improve circulation, reduce muscle tension, and enhance flexibility, but its timing and intensity are critical for performance.

Timing and Strategy

1–2 Weeks Before: Ideal for Deep Tissue Massage to work out deep-seated knots and adhesions. This provides enough time for your body to recover from any post-massage soreness before race day.

3–5 Days Before: Best for a Lighter Sports Massage or Swedish massage. This session focuses on relaxation and increasing blood flow without causing muscle fatigue.

24 Hours Before: Only a very gentle session (like light effleurage) is recommended to keep muscles fresh and primed. Most experts advise avoiding deep pressure within this window.

Key Benefits

Enhanced Performance: Loosens tight muscles and improves range of motion for an optimal running stride.

Injury Prevention: Identifies and addresses tight or imbalanced areas before they develop into strains.

Mental Preparation: Promotes relaxation and helps reduce pre-race nerves or anxiety

07/04/2026

Happy birthday17th birthday .7 ❤️ I am so so proud of you .. enjoy your day. I love you xx

Congrats 2 x PBs at the Gloucester half marathon today 💪💪
22/03/2026

Congrats

2 x PBs at the Gloucester half marathon today 💪💪

Are you a Hyrox athlete? Ever wondered how a sports massage might help you recover or when you should have one? A sports...
17/03/2026

Are you a Hyrox athlete?

Ever wondered how a sports massage might help you recover or when you should have one?

A sports massage is highly effective for reducing muscle soreness (DOMS) by up to 30%, improving circulation, and restoring mobility in high-stress areas like the quads, calves, and shoulders.

Key Benefits for HYROX Athletes

Flushes Metabolic Waste: Helps clear lactic acid and other waste products accumulated during the 8km run and functional stations.

Restores Range of Motion: Targets tight hip flexors and shoulders affected by sled pushes, lunges, and wall balls.

Injury Prevention: Identifies and addresses early signs of muscle imbalances or “niggles” before they become chronic issues.

Mental Reset: Transitions the body into a “rest and digest” (parasympathetic) state, which is essential for overall repair.

Optimal Timing for Massage

0–24 Hours Post-Race: Stick to a light flushing massage or “rub down” (10–20 minutes). Deep tissue work immediately after can be damaging to already stressed muscle fibres.

24–72 Hours Post-Race: This is the “sweet spot” for a deeper sports massage to release tight tissues and address peak soreness.

3–5 Days Post-Race: Continue with lighter maintenance work or foam rolling as you transition back into training.

27/02/2026

Every day is a school day!

How well do you understand your body?

Thank you for sharing this awesome reel.

The more we can understand how our bodies work the better we can preserve their function, avoid injuries and enhance our movement.

Have a great weekend folks 🙏

11/02/2026

Shoulder pain?
Shoulder mobility issues?

explains brilliantly why this might be happening and provides some simple, effective exercises to relieve the problem. 100% effective 💪

Train smart recover smart .sportsmassage 🙏💪Key Physical Benefits of a sports therapy and massage session ;1. Reduced Mus...
11/02/2026

Train smart recover smart .sportsmassage 🙏💪

Key Physical Benefits of a sports therapy and massage session ;

1. Reduced Muscle Tension: Helps break down adhesions (“knots”) and realigns muscle fibres to alleviate stiffness.

2. Improved Recovery: Accelerates the removal of metabolic waste like lactic acid and increases the delivery of oxygenated, nutrient-rich blood to repair micro-trauma.

3. Enhanced Flexibility: Stretching and deep-tissue manipulation increase joint mobility and overall range of motion (ROM).

4. Injury Prevention: By identifying and addressing muscle imbalances or tightness early, it reduces the risk of strains and sprains.

07/01/2026

Lower back pain?

Could your lack of hip mobility be the reason?

Is a lack of internal rotation at the hip restricting your ability to flex forward?

brilliantly explains how too much external rotation and not enough internal rotation can limit your movement pattern and the describes how this can impact on your lower back and your posture.

Check it out and give the very simple rehab exercise a go to see if it can help resolve your lower back issue. 🙏

Gentle reminder that prices at DW Sports Massage will slightly increase on January 1st 2026. Thank you for your ongoing ...
30/12/2025

Gentle reminder that prices at DW Sports Massage will slightly increase on January 1st 2026.

Thank you for your ongoing support.

Wishing all of my clients a happy, heathy and love filled new year. 🙏

Dear clientsAs from January 1st 2026 treatment prices will be slightly higher at .sportsmassage. I fully understand the ...
11/11/2025

Dear clients

As from January 1st 2026 treatment prices will be slightly higher at .sportsmassage.

I fully understand the impact that increased prices can have on individual budgets at this time and wanted to provide adequate notice to customers before these necessary changes are implemented.

Increased insurance, necessary annual CPD and equipment costs have resulted in this decision which has not been taken lightly.

I want all of my loyal clients to be rest assured that I am fully committed to providing you with the best possible care and treatment and cannot express how valued your ongoing support is to me personally and my business.

Thank you all for your understanding in this matter.

DW

Tecar Therapy coming soon to .sportsmassage TECAR therapy (Transfer of Energy Capacitive and Resistive) is a form of ele...
18/10/2025

Tecar Therapy coming soon to .sportsmassage

TECAR therapy (Transfer of Energy Capacitive and Resistive) is a form of electrotherapy that uses high-frequency radio waves to create deep, targeted heat in the body, accelerating tissue repair and recovery.

It stimulates blood flow and cellular metabolism, which helps reduce pain, inflammation, and swelling, making it useful for treating musculoskeletal, rheumatological, and traumatic conditions.

The treatment involves a therapist moving an electrode over the affected area, which generates a deep, therapeutic warmth.

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Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm

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