Massage and Exercise Complement Each Other
More and more gym rats and weekend warriors are discovering that regular massage therapy visits can benefit them in a variety of ways. Not only does it help any level of athlete to recover from injury more quickly, it also can be used as a great preventative tool for those who like to push their bodies to the limit.
For fitness diehards and those of us just trying to get back into shape, soft tissue damage can set us back for days and sometimes weeks. Chronic tension or injured muscles can result in decreased flow of oxygen and nutrients to the muscles. Combining massage therapy with whatever exercise regime you adhere to can increase the blood flow and promote healing. The benefits of massage include relieving muscle tension and chronic pain, reducing blood pressure, swelling and stress through increased blood circulation. Regular massage therapy also can help people who suffer from neuropathy, diabetes, rotator cuff problems, stroke, edema, tendonitis and arthritis. The sometimes painful symptoms of lupus and fibromyalgia also can be reduced with the regular use of massage therapy.
So, whether you compete in weekend triathlons or just need a technique to help relieve your work place stress, regular massage therapy sessions, along with improved diet and exercise can have you well on your way to a more healthy and relaxed lifestyle.
