As the London Marathon 2023 approaches, many of our clients who run are preparing themselves physically and mentally for the big day. As the occasion draws closer, the more training and preparation that can be done will only enhance the enjoyment for those taking part.
Our team has personally taken part in many endurance events, such as cycling sportives, running events and well known obstacle courses like Tough Mudder, so they know more than anyone the value of investing time into recovery.
It’s crucial to remember that recovery is BOTH a physical and mental process.
So that’s why us here at PBR Massage fully recommend sports massages.
What is a sports massage?
A specialized massage type designed to help athletes prevent injuries, improve performance, and aid in recovery, sports massages also help reduce stress levels by stimulating the body’s parasympathetic nervous system, allowing the body to enter a state of complete physical and mental relaxation. While in this state the body is far better equipped at repairing muscle tissue, helping you properly rest and recuperate for your next run.
It is important to listen to your body in the lead up to the run and ensure physical and mental stress are managed to avoid injury or burnout.
Sports massage benefits
Less chance of injury
During the London Marathon, runners put their bodies through immense physical stress. Sports massage can help alleviate this stress by loosening tight muscles, improving circulation, and reducing inflammation. Doing so, can also help prevent injuries from reoccurring – keeping that pesky hamstring of yours in check!
Added flexibility
Sports massage can also improve performance by increasing your flexibility and range of motion. This is important for London marathon runners, who will require a wider range of motion to use their muscles more effectively and efficiently – in turn, enabling them to run quicker with less effort.
Help with recovery time
Finally, sports massage can aid in your recovery after taking part in the London Marathon.
After the race, runners may experience soreness, stiffness, and fatigue. Sports massage deter these by increasing blood flow to the muscles and reducing inflammation. It can also help flush out metabolic waste products that build up naturally in the muscles during the race.
Sports massage in London and Leeds
If you’re planning on running the London Marathon, it’s a good idea to incorporate sports massage into your training regimen. You can schedule regular massages in the weeks leading up to the race to help prevent injuries and improve performance.
We don’t want to brag, but here at PBR Massage, obviously, we consider ourselves experts in providing high-quality sports massages in both Leeds and London, so whether you’re taking part in the London marathon or jogging around West Yorkshire, we’ve got you covered!
Or if you had another type of massage in mind, then don’t fret, PBR offer a wide range of massage services, including:
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So if you’re in need of a bit of relaxation, book a massage from our London and Leeds clinics today!
Or if you have any other queries or questions, feel free to contact one of our experts by calling on 07519 723408 or emailing at [email protected].
From all the team at PBR enjoy your training and we look forward to celebrating our client successes on the day!
