I went for a deep tissue / sports massage last night at Spa Aqua Vitae. According to Tania, 'we've got some work to do..' on my stretching, knots, flexibility, etc.
She also observed that, along with my hamstrings being very tight, my hips seem out of alignment a bit (could be contributing to my back pain).
I have only had 1 other deep tissue / sports massage before and they aren't quite the same as a "resort massage" where you're on vacation and you fall asleep and they gently wake you up when it's all done.. It's more like digging, grinding, tenderizing - sort of like what you do to a steak before putting it on the barbecue so it's nice and tender.. In a good way, though!
I really enjoyed it and felt relaxed afterwards. I also have a new focus on my 'problem areas' and need to do a better job of stretching after workouts and runs.
I'm looking forward to more sessions!
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Ah yes I know that feeling. When they do shoulder work on me, I feel as if I'm being deboned as they eventually get right underneath my scapula to separate it from my rib cage. But the range of motion afterwards is worth it. The Romans had something going with all the massage for sure. Good for you!
I just had a funny thought..imagine when Anna and Miller will be checking whatever blog you have going, and acutally make comments! Anna could probably do it now :0)
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