Benefits to You
Pre-Event: Warms up muscles and tendons through the use of invigorating techniques in preparation for intensive use. Ideally used immediately prior to starting the event, pre-event work also gives athletes the chance to prepare mentally for maximal performance. A typical session is 10-15 minutes duration.
Post-Event: After cooling down, post event massage can help to relax tight muscles, relieve cramping and reduce recovery time. Decreased muscle soreness is an added benefit! A 15-30 minute session is typical.
Other benefits of Sports massage include:
- Enhance performance
- Reduce risk of injury
- Release painful muscle tension and spasm
- Facilitate recovery from soft tissue injuries acquired in training or elsewhere
- Improve circulation & lymphatic flow
- Break down adhesions ('knots')
- Prevent excessive scar tissue formation
- Assist in the removal of metabolic waste, decreasing muscle soreness
- Mobilise joints and improve range of motion
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Increase muscle strength and tone
- Increase or decrease muscle length
- Sedate or stimulate nerve endings
- Improve the flow of nutrients to the bone and muscle
- Improve posture leading to better respiratory performance
- Assist in mental preparation for sporting participation
- Reduce physical and mental stress levels giving an improved sense of well-being
- Improve recovery
