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How to Incorporate Sports Massage into Your Training Routine

For athletes, recovery is as essential as training. Sports massage is a potent recovery tool. Here’s how to weave it into your routine:

  • Timing is Key: Post-workout massages, ideally within 24-48 hours of intense training, can accelerate recovery. Conversely, pre-event massages stimulate blood circulation and prep your muscles for upcoming strain.
  • Choosing the Right Massage Technique: Sports massage has multiple techniques:
    • Effleurage: Long, sweeping strokes that warm up muscle tissue.
    • Petrissage: Techniques like kneading and squeezing to relieve tension.
    • Friction: Deep movements to align scar tissue and knots.
    Trust your therapist to suggest the best technique based on your fitness goals.
  • Consistency is Crucial: Regular sessions, weekly or fortnightly, maintain muscle health and reduce injury risk. However, frequency depends on training intensity, competitions, and individual recovery needs.

Incorporating sports massage requires personalized adaptation. Stay attuned to your body, seek expert opinions, and adjust as necessary.

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