The Joy of Sports Massage 😊

[Sadie-runs]

Hello lovely running fiends 👹

So, yesterday I “treated” myself to a sports massage. She gave my IT band a good old pummel (to the point where I have got bruises 😱), and then had a wee fiddle around my hip flexors. After some fiddling, she announced that they were very tight. 🤔 She then proceeded to loosen them up. I am ashamed to admit that I squeaked a few times during that...

Anyway, I feel much better after that! And I also got sent away with some good stretches especially for the pesky flexors. 👍 I did read online that tight hip flexors can cause ITB friction...so with me stretches, swimming and glute strengthening work, I am starting to think I might be fine for my HM 🤞. Going for a wee test run on Friday.

Sadie-runs xxx

[linda9389 Administrator Marathon]

Will have everything crossed for you 🤞

[Sadie-runs Half Marathon in reply to linda9389]

Thanks Linda. Of course, it could all go horribly wrong on the day, but nothing to lose, I can stop if it flares up again. 👍 xxx

[David_G Metric Marathon]

Good for you Sadie, you’ve gotta love a decent sports massage!

My sports masseuse has help me so much, not just with the physical massage but also the advice. She’s been running for years and doing her first Ironman event this month so got to respect that and listen to her.

Good luck, let’s hope you get that HM done! Just take it easy and I’m sure you’ll get there🙂👍

[Sadie-runs Half Marathon in reply to David_G]

Honestly, I could have kissed her after (but that would be frowned upon). She used to run HMs herself, so is v. understanding.

Thank you for your good wishes. 😘 Look forward to running with you one day!

[David_G Metric Marathon in reply to Sadie-runs]

That would be good fun. 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

I’ll keep an eye on your progress but don’t come out running again until you’re ready.😊👍

[Stephen_UK Half Marathon]

Hi Sadie. Sounds quite an experience! Not sure if they were squeaks of pain or pleasure, but either way hoping this all helps you be on top form for the HM.

[Sadie-runs Half Marathon in reply to Stephen_UK]

Oh, definitely pain, Stephen. 😱 But no pain no gain...and thank you. 😊

[cheekychipmunks Half Marathon]

Good luck Sadie. You’re a smart one and you’ll know to dial it back if there’s any discomfort on Friday - but here’s hoping the sports massage did the trick and there isn’t! 🤞🤞🤞🤞

[Sadie-runs Half Marathon in reply to cheekychipmunks]

They don’t call me Sadie the Sensible for nothing, Cheeky. 😂 xxx

[Oldfloss Administrator]

Fingers crossed everything settles.. I love my physio... ( in a sensible way of course)...they really do help!

Go you xx

[Sadie-runs Half Marathon in reply to Oldfloss]

I have every respect and, well, inappropriate love for, my physio and massage therapist. 😂 Thanks dear Flossie! xxx

[Tasha99 Marathon]

That’s great news. I loved my sports massage but was on paracetamol for 2 days after 🤣 Hope things are on the mend.

[Sadie-runs Half Marathon in reply to Tasha99]

😁 Yes, she really hurt me this time, but I still love her! I am feeling things are improving, Tasha. Managed a punishing Pilates class today. 👍

[Mummycav]

Nowt like a good fiddle Sadie-runs and it sounds like it's done the job...I cannot wait till your race is here because all this worrying and all these twinges will all be behind you as you absolutely nail it...I know you will be flying on the day xxxx

[Sadie-runs Half Marathon in reply to Mummycav]

Lorks yes, MC! I cannot wait for this all to be done and dusted, my nerves are frayed! Thank you my love. xxx

[Fishypieface]

Oooooh, sounds like exactly what I need but too afraid to have!! Mind you I expect everything's tight, seized up or dropping off

I really admire your dedication and determination to do everything you can for your running. You absolutely deserve success - it's coming your way, I know it xxx

[Mummycav in reply to Fishypieface]

Hey Fishypieface ...how you doing? Lovely to hear from you, even with bits dropping off! X

[Fishypieface in reply to Mummycav]

Not bad thanks my lovely! Still stuck at 4/5k with a dodgy arse cheek! Need to get back in the game, have let things slide over the summer! You ok? Doin' your thing and enjoying it? xx

[Mummycav in reply to Fishypieface]

Yes, I’m doing ok...still getting out there. I’m glad to hear you are, I can’t believe that arse cheek? Maybe that needs a good massage?! Glad to hear you’re still getting out there though, really glad xxx

[Fishypieface in reply to Mummycav]

I know it's a right pain in the arse! But only when I run. Exercises don't touch it, I've stretched and squatted my arse off! Needs a good kick up there probably.... At least we are still going, in our own special way! Here's to many more wonderful runs for us all! xxx

[Sadie-runs Half Marathon in reply to Fishypieface]

Seriously FPF, get a sports massage! You have an agitated piriformis I reckon, and you need a burly sports masseuse to stick their bony elbow in your cheek and inflict some eye watering relief! Very hard for us mortals to be able to get to the piriformis. xxx

[Fishypieface in reply to Sadie-runs]

You are 100% right.... I need a pair of big girl's pants (or 2) and to grow a pair!!!

[Sadie-runs Half Marathon in reply to Fishypieface]

😂😂😂 (It’s really not that bad). 😘

[Oldfloss Administrator in reply to Fishypieface]

Hey you... how are you... have you been around here much? I miss your posts!

[Fishypieface in reply to Oldfloss]

I'm good thanks! I don't have much to post about that wouldn't bore the pants off everyone unfortunately - arsecheekitis still keeping me at about 5k and I'm too chicken to get it sorted out with a hands-on professional!! Which is what I need.....So I struggle on, wriggling on tennis balls to alleviate the pain... which is actually rather good!

Hope you are ok, I know you've had injury to overcome time after time. Hope things are back on track for you. xx

[Sadie-runs Half Marathon in reply to Fishypieface]

Don’t be scared; it is an exquisite brand of pain 😱😂😱😂. And thank you for your very lovely reply, you are a love. I am obsessive, I will get there. 😁👍 xxx

[Dexy5 10 Miles]

That sounds promising Sadie 🤞

[Sadie-runs Half Marathon in reply to Dexy5]

I feel mildly optimistic at the moment, Dexy...thank you lovely. xxx

[GoGo_JoJo Ultramarathon]

The joys of a sports massage!! It's amazing how much they can fix. I'll keep my fingers crossed for you 🤞🏻😁

I'm lucky, I've trained myself to respond to any painful bits with laughter as if it tickles which actually now, after about 4 years or so of regular sessions it actually does. That way you don't tense up and the muscle relaxes faster... plus you both get free laughter therapy! 🤣🤣🤣

[Mummycav in reply to GoGo_JoJo]

I am SOOOOO ticklish...I’m not sure I could stand a massage!

[GoGo_JoJo Ultramarathon in reply to Mummycav]

Trust me... it doesn't really tickle unless they're not trying! 🤣🤣🤣 apparently I'm unique in all her experience, everyone else would be howling in agony 🤣

[Mummycav in reply to GoGo_JoJo]

🤣🤣

[Sadie-runs Half Marathon in reply to GoGo_JoJo]

Thanks Jo! 😊 In some respects, I think this visit was more useful than my physio (though he did of course, give me the diagnosis).

And that tickling/laughing trick is something I need to master! 😂😱😂😱

[Richard7 Half Marathon]

Sounds hopeful Sadie - good luck with it 👍👍

[Sadie-runs Half Marathon in reply to Richard7]

Thanks Richard. To be honest, I’ll only find out on a long run if I am fixed, and as I am tapering, my next long run will be on the day! Still, she who dares wins, and things are feeling good and strong at the moment...😊

[MsLegs 10 Miles]

I had a Swiss/Japanese massage last Friday. Loved it, one of my shoulders was really tight, the masseuse sorted it out, I winced when she was working the tension out...shoulder felt normal afterwards. So glad I’ve had it done... definitely recommend massages. Hadn’t had one in about 10 months.

[Sadie-runs Half Marathon in reply to MsLegs]

They are the best! Before I started running I think I had only had a couple of massages before in my lifetime! I am totally converted now. 😊

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon]

Ooh that bodes well, fingers crossed Sadie that things might improve after that! Did you try that pressure point trigger I sent you? That really helps my ITB, I do it with a tennis ball.

I have monthly sports massages and they really help to keep tight everything at bay. But my fab sports masseuse that I’ve had for years has just left and I really don’t know what to do now ☹️

[Sadie-runs Half Marathon in reply to Irishprincess]

😊 Yes! What I liked about this was that maybe, just maybe, the massage therapist may have pinpointed the cause of the IT issue, which really gives me something to work with. And yes, I am doing that trigger point thingy too. Thank you for that. You are my go-to, by the way. Early on in my running career I had bum pain, and you gave me the figure of four stretch which sorted that out! Do I need to start paying you?!

Hope you find a cracking new sports masseuse soon, Princess. xxx

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon in reply to Sadie-runs]

I made the fatal mistake just before I had my first ever sports massage and said, "I have a high threshold of pain" 😩😩 I left most of my mascara on the couch that time 😮

Keeping everything crossed for you Sadie xxx

[Sadie-runs Half Marathon in reply to Irishprincess]

Thanks dear IP! xxx

[Beachcomber66 Administrator Half Marathon]

It isn't agony every time! Tight calves were fine. Back of the knee; quite painful but immediate benefit. Glutes....another matter! A friend went to to get very tight glutes slackened off and was told "this will hurt and will leave bruises!". It did both (she tells me!) and this is a retired ward sister who doesn't take prisoners herself! But, she is now all set for the GNR on Sunday and is no longer dragging one leg. So in some cases, definitely no pain no gain, but it isn't always that way. I used to give feedback, like "ok that hurts, must be the spot".....only encourages them to press harder though!! 😬

[Sadie-runs Half Marathon in reply to Beachcomber66]

Oh I know BC, I have get a sports massage every month, and normally they are fine. But lorks almighty, she was tough on my hips! Did the trick though. 👍 The piriformis massage is the worst though, when they dig an elbow deep into your bum cheek. 😱

[Beachcomber66 Administrator Half Marathon in reply to Sadie-runs]

Just glad you are back in gear.. what’s an elbow in the bum compared to that 😱

[Hidden]

You CAN!!!!! do this 👍🏼☺️🏃‍♀️🙃👍🏼💪🏼Xxxx

[Sadie-runs Half Marathon in reply to Hidden]

I think I can...! 💪 The only way to find out is to try! Thanks Flick. 😘

[Hidden in reply to Sadie-runs]

I’ve reached the wobble stage too- lying awake worrying about being insomniac on race eve; needing the loo - they are some distance from the start; not getting all the way round (ridiculous as I know I can walk if I have to, and have anyway run all but the last 4K of the distance) xxx

[Bluebirdrunner]

Fingers crossed all goes well on Friday Sadie

Just a wee joggette mind !😆😊xxx

[Sadie-runs Half Marathon in reply to Bluebirdrunner]

Thanks lovely Jan. am thinking a slow, gentle 3-4km followed by some gentle yoga to stretch things out. 😁 xxx