18/11/2024
👇 Why Every Runner Needs a Sports Massage 👇
Sports massage is essentially the manual manipulation of muscles and soft tissues with the purpose of promoting recovery & performance. For runners, this means focusing on muscle groups that take the most impact during each stride, think deep tissue massage, myofascial release, and stretching, to release tension and keep your muscles in optimal condition.
Here are 6 KEY reasons why you should make it part of your routine:
1️⃣ Reduces Muscle Tightness & Tension: Targets deep, stubborn areas that stretching alone just can’t reach, providing deeper, more effective relief.
2️⃣ Improves Circulation & Tissue Permeability: Increases blood flow to muscles, delivering oxygen and nutrients while flushing out waste. The result? Less soreness and faster recovery.
3️⃣ Increases Flexibility & Range of Motion: Keeps your muscles flexible and optimises ROM, reducing risk of stiffness that can impair your stride. More flexibility = increased efficiency = faster times, & increased endurance 💥📈
4️⃣ Prevents Injury: Identifies tight spots & imbalances before they lead to injury, keeping you on track & those dreaded niggles at bay.
5️⃣ Breaks Down Scar Tissue: Helps break down scar tissue & adhesions (from injury or repeated stress), and realigns muscle fibres, promoting optimal muscle function.
6️⃣ Reduces Stress: Relieves mental tension, promotes relaxation, & speeds up recovery, so you feel rejuvenated and ready to tackle your next run. 💆♀️
So, whether you’re chasing PBs on the road, building a big base this winter, or simply focussing on your long-term health, get in touch now to book your initial consultation 📩
Take care of your muscles& they’ll take care of you 💪🏻