Sports massage is of interest to many populations including athletes, athletic trainers, coaches, as well as sports physiologists. Massage therapy is an appropriate counter to fatigue onset due to its ability to influence fluid movement in deep tissue thereby improving nutrient flow or waste removal, or by facilitating relaxation to promote normal recovery.
Muscle soreness associated with delayed onset of muscle soreness (DOMS) is reduced with massage. Muscle fatigue can be defined as the inability to sustain a required or expected power or force output.
The ability of an athlete to recover from a physical effort is important during physical preparation within training cycles. Sports massage therapy contributes to recovery. The following are some of the benefits of sports massage.
Enhanced well-being.
A sense of improved well-being is one of the outcomes most sports massage practitioners are likely to be aiming for on top of more specific goals such as decreasing sensations of muscle stiffness or increasing joint range. Massage appears to enhance psychological perceptions of recovery in sports.
Premax Classic Massage Lotion is an unscented, high-glide, hygienic, and skin-conditioning massage lotion that provides optimal tactility and control for therapists, and a clean and conditioned finish on the skin for athletes and clients. It is the perfect cream to use in conditioning the skin.
Sports massage to enhance athletic performance.
Massage helps enhance the performance of athletes by increasing blood flow, enhancing flexibility, and reducing recovery time after a competition or strenuous workout. The treatment can also help in boosting an athlete’s immune system and helping to prevent injuries.
It is essential to use a massage cream even before the massage therapy starts. Premax Activate Massage Cream combines a unique blend of modern ingredients that help athletes prepare for sport and exercise. With an addictive mint and lemon scent, and a premium non-greasy texture, this is the ultimate pre-event massage cream.
Premax Warm-Up Cream Formula EP5is a luxurious cream and the perfect companion for any athlete training in colder climates. It provides moderate warmth, a subtle scent, and a silky smooth, breathable texture to protect the skin from the rain, wind, and cold. Apply it on the skin before doing an activity.
Massage as a means to reduce muscle soreness associated with eccentric activity.
The degree of support for massage on soreness recovery has to do with the number of massages given, the techniques applied, and therapist training. When massage is administered within a 2-hour window after eccentric activity, a significant reduction in soreness is first noted between 24-48 hours after activity.
After an activity, exercise, or sports, it is also best to apply a recovery massage cream such as Premax Arnica Massage Cream. It is loaded with ingredients that assist in the recovery from sports and injury. In a medium resistance formula, Premax Arnica offers exceptional workability and an unrivaled treatment experience for athletes and clients.
Visit Pillar Sports Shop for more Sports Massage Cream options suitable to your needs.
Hemmings B, Smith M, Graydon J et al ‘Effects of massage on physiological restoration, perceived recovery, and repeated sports performance’, Br J Sports Med, 34: 109-115 (2000)
Moraska, A. (2005). Sports massage. A comprehensive review. J Sports Med Phys Fitness, 45(3), 370-380.
Robertson, A., Watt, J. M., & Galloway, S. D. R. (2004). Effects of leg massage on recovery from high-intensity cycling exercise. British journal of sports medicine, 38(2), 173-176.
Mohiuddin, A. K. (2019). Skin care creams: formulation and use. Dermatol Clin Res, 5(1), 238-271.
Sports Massage and Creams: The Benefits They Provide to Athletic Performance
Sports massage is of interest to many populations including athletes, athletic trainers, coaches, as well as sports physiologists. Massage therapy is an appropriate counter to fatigue onset due to its ability to influence fluid movement in deep tissue thereby improving nutrient flow or waste removal, or by facilitating relaxation to promote normal recovery.
Muscle soreness associated with delayed onset of muscle soreness (DOMS) is reduced with massage. Muscle fatigue can be defined as the inability to sustain a required or expected power or force output.
The ability of an athlete to recover from a physical effort is important during physical preparation within training cycles. Sports massage therapy contributes to recovery. The following are some of the benefits of sports massage.
Enhanced well-being.
A sense of improved well-being is one of the outcomes most sports massage practitioners are likely to be aiming for on top of more specific goals such as decreasing sensations of muscle stiffness or increasing joint range. Massage appears to enhance psychological perceptions of recovery in sports.
Premax Classic Massage Lotion is an unscented, high-glide, hygienic, and skin-conditioning massage lotion that provides optimal tactility and control for therapists, and a clean and conditioned finish on the skin for athletes and clients. It is the perfect cream to use in conditioning the skin.
Sports massage to enhance athletic performance.
Massage helps enhance the performance of athletes by increasing blood flow, enhancing flexibility, and reducing recovery time after a competition or strenuous workout. The treatment can also help in boosting an athlete’s immune system and helping to prevent injuries.
It is essential to use a massage cream even before the massage therapy starts. Premax Activate Massage Cream combines a unique blend of modern ingredients that help athletes prepare for sport and exercise. With an addictive mint and lemon scent, and a premium non-greasy texture, this is the ultimate pre-event massage cream.
Premax Warm-Up Cream Formula EP5 is a luxurious cream and the perfect companion for any athlete training in colder climates. It provides moderate warmth, a subtle scent, and a silky smooth, breathable texture to protect the skin from the rain, wind, and cold. Apply it on the skin before doing an activity.
Massage as a means to reduce muscle soreness associated with eccentric activity.
The degree of support for massage on soreness recovery has to do with the number of massages given, the techniques applied, and therapist training. When massage is administered within a 2-hour window after eccentric activity, a significant reduction in soreness is first noted between 24-48 hours after activity.
After an activity, exercise, or sports, it is also best to apply a recovery massage cream such as Premax Arnica Massage Cream. It is loaded with ingredients that assist in the recovery from sports and injury. In a medium resistance formula, Premax Arnica offers exceptional workability and an unrivaled treatment experience for athletes and clients.
Visit Pillar Sports Shop for more Sports Massage Cream options suitable to your needs.
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References:
Hemmings B, Smith M, Graydon J et al ‘Effects of massage on physiological restoration, perceived recovery, and repeated sports performance’, Br J Sports Med, 34: 109-115 (2000)
Moraska, A. (2005). Sports massage. A comprehensive review. J Sports Med Phys Fitness, 45(3), 370-380.
Robertson, A., Watt, J. M., & Galloway, S. D. R. (2004). Effects of leg massage on recovery from high-intensity cycling exercise. British journal of sports medicine, 38(2), 173-176.
Mohiuddin, A. K. (2019). Skin care creams: formulation and use. Dermatol Clin Res, 5(1), 238-271.