5 Massages for Post-workout Recovery
Try one of these massages to improve performance, assist in recovery and, of course, relax.
This kind of massage uses long strokes, kneading and rolling, and moves in patterns similar to how your blood circulates in your body. This helps flush metabolic wastes from your muscles, assisting in recovery from training and injury while promoting relaxation and relief from mental and physical stress.
This is a rather vigorous, focused massage that targets the deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue to break up adhesions and release tight muscles. The therapist uses his or her hands, forearms, elbows and fingertips to pinpoint the areas that need treatment and uses moderate to very firm pressure.
With this Chinese practice, the therapist targets the reflex areas in the feet thought to be connected to specific body parts and internal organs, helping stimulate endorphins, increase energy, eliminate toxins and boost metabolism. It also helps promote a calm and serene mental outlook by relaxing your central nervous system and improving neural pathways. Reflexology is very soothing and does not require you to remove anything besides your shoes and socks.
This massage is customized to your needs and preferences using CBD anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving balm. CBD is non-psychoactive and is therapeutic for stress, relaxation, joint and muscle inflammation, recovery, and healing.
A form of bodywork based in Traditional Chinese Medicine combines massage, stretching, and acupressure, providing relaxation and relief from stress, pain, and chronic conditions. It is simultaneously energizing and relaxing, and has been shown to increase muscle capillary density, improve oxygen delivery and promote the release of lactic acid and endorphins. Clients should wear loose, comfortable clothing for treatment.