Boost Your Performance and Recovery: The Benefits of Pre and Post Sports Massage for the Great North Run
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or tackling the Great North Run for the first time, preparing your body for the challenge is just as important as the training itself. One powerful tool that many athletes overlook? Sports massage.
At Naturally Heaven Therapy in Newcastle, we work with many runners and athletes who benefit from both pre- and post-event sports massages. If you’re gearing up for the Great North Run—or any endurance event—here’s why incorporating these massages into your training and recovery plan can make a real difference.
Why Get a Pre-Event Sports Massage?
A pre-run massage, typically given 24–48 hours before your event, is designed to prepare your body and mind for optimal performance.
Key benefits:
- Increases circulation to warm up muscles and improve flexibility
- Reduces muscle tension, helping to prevent cramps and strains
- Boosts mental focus by calming pre-race nerves
- Promotes efficient movement and better coordination during your run
- Pre-event massages are lighter and more stimulating, designed to wake up your muscles rather than deeply relax them.
What About Post-Event Sports Massage?
Once you’ve crossed the finish line and soaked up the atmosphere of the Great North Run, it’s time to think about recovery. That’s where post-run massage comes in.
Benefits include:
- Flushes out toxins andlactic acid, reducing soreness
- Speeds up recovery time so you can return to training sooner
- Releases tight, overworked muscles and helps prevent injury
- Reduces inflammation and swelling in tired legs and joints
- Promotes deep relaxation and stress relief after a major effort
- Many runners find that a post-event massage a day or two after the race leaves them feeling refreshed rather than stiff and sore.
Get Ready for Race Day with Naturally Heaven Therapy
As the Great North Run approaches, our experienced massage therapists are here to support your journey—before and after the big day.
We offer tailored sports massage treatments in Newcastle to help you:
- Stay injury-free during training
- Feel confident and ready on race day
- Recover faster and more comfortably after the run
Book Your Pre or Post Run Massage Today
Whether you’re ramping up your training or celebrating a finish-line success, our team at Naturally Heaven Therapy is here to help you perform at your best.
Appointments available in the lead-up to and following the Great North Run – early booking recommended!