Sports massage
Sports massage focuses on muscles used in exercise and training, mixing firm pressure, stretching and targeted techniques, before or after activity.
What it is
A treatment aimed at people who train or play sport. It combines firm massage with stretching and focused work on the muscle groups that take the most strain.
What to expect
Sessions are often shorter and more targeted than a full-body massage, commonly 30 to 60 minutes. The therapist may ask about your training, recent injuries and the area you want to focus on.
What to ask before booking
Ask whether the therapist has sports massage training, whether the session suits the day before or after an event, and how to look after yourself afterwards.