Sports & Recovery
Why Sports Massage Therapy?
Sports massage therapy is designed to meet the unique needs of athletes, helping them achieve optimum performance. Dedicated attention is placed on the flexibility of soft tissue, cartilage, and fascia. But it's not just for athletes. Anyone can reap the benefits from this type of massage. Regular treatments can help to reduce the risk of injuries and to help existing injuries heal quicker.
There is nothing worse than injuring yourself and being forced to stop exercising or living your life until your body heals. With therapeutic massage, your risk of injury is decreased and your healing ability increases, helping you to stick to your long-term fitness and life goals.
80 min $150
110 min $200
Competition Packages
Get ready to crush your next event with our specialized Sports Massage Package! Tailored for athletes preparing for races, CrossFit competitions, weightlifting, Hyrox or whatever crazy thing you've signed up for. This package is designed to enhance recovery, boost flexibility, and alleviate muscle tension.
Our expert therapists use targeted techniques to help you recover faster, prevent injuries, and optimize your performance, so you can focus on what you do best—crushing!
80 Min Package
110 Min Package
Our priority is to relieve your pain quickly and maintain that relief for the long term. Our skilled therapists specialize in corrective deep tissue work, utilizing a personalized blend of techniques tailored to your needs. With extensive training and experience, our team is equipped with a diverse skill set to effectively address muscle issues and help you achieve optimal recovery.
Integrating Sports Massage into Your Fitness Routine
Similar to other forms of massage, sports massage is an excellent complement to any training or fitness regimen. It aids the body in restoring, recovering, and repairing itself, all while enhancing performance and maintaining overall physical condition.
Increases Blood Flow and Improves Muscle Performance:
Massage therapy is widely recognized for its ability to enhance blood circulation not only in the muscles but also throughout the internal organ systems. When specialized sports massage techniques are applied, they can effectively target specific areas of concern, leading to improvements in health, strength, flexibility, and overall performance.
Improves Posture:
You don’t need to be a dedicated athlete to benefit from the posture-enhancing effects of therapeutic sports massage. Repetitive movements associated with specific sports, as well as everyday activities, can significantly impact our posture. Consider the hours spent sitting at a desk, the tendency to slouch, or the physical strain from carrying bags or children, along with your sleep posture. The techniques employed in sports therapy massage are designed to help restore the body to its natural alignment, thereby improving posture for both athletic performance and daily life.
Recovery and Prevention:
One of the key advantages of sports massage is its effectiveness in healing both new and old injuries while also helping to prevent future ones. Just like a well-maintained machine, your body is less likely to break down or be affected by minor issues when it receives the care it needs.
Pre and Post Event Support:
If your sport requires extensive training (such as marathon running) or has big game or performance days, sports massage is an excellent way to prepare, then repair. Our therapists are knowledgeable in the proper techniques to use pre-event and post-event to make sure you perform your very best and avoid injury.
Who Needs a Sports Massage?
It is actually a common misconception that only high-performing athletes need sports massage. In fact, anyone who maintains a relatively active life or participates in any kind of sport or athletic hobby will benefit from a focused sports massage. The techniques we use are geared towards rehabilitating tired or overused muscles, strained tendons, and sore joints. We focus on reestablishing healthy blood flow throughout the body so that you not only heal from injury but achieve better results in your performance – whether that’s on the field, on the mat, in the gym, or just walking down your street.
The Difference Between Sports & Deep Tissue Massage
Sports Massage
Purpose:
Sports massage is specifically designed for athletes and active individuals. Its primary goals are to enhance performance, prevent injuries, and aid recovery from physical activity.
Techniques:
- Utilizes a variety of methods tailored to the needs of the athlete, including stretching, compression, and friction.
- May include pre-event, post-event, and maintenance massages to support athletic performance.
Focus Areas:
- Concentrates on specific muscle groups and movements related to the athlete’s sport or activity.
- Addresses functional issues, flexibility, and biomechanical alignment to optimize performance.
Clientele:
- Ideal for athletes, fitness enthusiasts, or anyone engaged in regular physical activity.
Deep Tissue Massage
Purpose:
Deep tissue massage focuses on relieving chronic muscle tension and addressing specific areas of pain. It primarily targets deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue.
Techniques:
- Involves slower strokes and deeper pressure to reach deeper muscle layers.
- Aims to break down adhesions and knots, which can lead to pain and discomfort.
Focus Areas:
- Targets specific areas of tension or discomfort throughout the body, regardless of athletic activity.
- Aims to alleviate pain and improve overall muscle function.
Clientele:
- Suitable for anyone experiencing chronic pain, tension, or stiffness, regardless of their activity level.
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