BENEFITS OF MASSAGE
How often should you get a massage?
It is recommended that you get a massage at least once every two or three weeks to help aid in healthy tissue repair and reduce pain felt from the intensive workouts that the body is going through. Massage will also help with the accumulation of work-related stress.
What are some of the benefits to getting a massage?
Reduced tension
Improved circulation
Decreased muscle stiffness and muscle knots
Decreased joint inflammation
Better quality of sleep
Quicker recovery between workouts
Improved flexibility
Less pain and soreness
Strengthened immune response
Feeling of relaxation
What happens to your body after a massage?
Massage stimulates receptors that transmit sensory signals to the central nervous system, and this in turn causes the reduction in tension in muscles and the feeling of relaxation. Massage causes the release of endorphins which has been shown to reduce pain and muscle tension.
We recommend after your massage
Drink a lot of water
This will help your body eliminate the toxins that had built up in your muscles.
Avoid Overeating
Try to eat light after your massage and avoid high amounts of processed sugar and carbohydrates.
Stay Relaxed
Try to avoid mental or physical stress, like returning to work or exercising immediately after your massage.
Avoid Alcohol and Caffeine
Try to alcohol and caffeine for at least 12 hours after your massage, as both can cause dehydration which makes it more difficult for your body to purge toxins.
Schedule your next Massage
Most people do not schedule their next massage until they are already dealing with a lot of stress and discomfort. We recommend scheduling your next massage ahead of time so don’t get caught “chasing the pain” or being stuck dealing with stress unnecessarily that a massage could help alleviate for you.