Do you love being active but hate the soreness and pain that follow?
More and more attention is being paid to the importance of recovery after working out. That can look like resting in between periods of activity, stretching and mobilizing, and getting bodywork.
Sports massage is a form of massage that targets areas of the body impacted by repetitive stress, overexertion, or prior injury. Receiving sports massage can make you feel better in several ways, helping you to stay active and engaged.
The Paseo Club offers dozens of ways to stay fit, including tennis, pickleball, swimming, Pilates, yoga, and fitness classes. We also have an on-site spa staffed by two massage therapists and one esthetician, so you can receive the treatments you need to feel great.
7 Benefits of Sports Massage
Sports massage can be an integral tool to turn to when you are so sore that it affects your ability to be active.
1. Better sleep
Tight muscles affect your ability to relax and unwind, making it difficult to fall asleep or stay asleep. These rough nights leave you groggy and unable to focus during the day. When you receive a sports massage, your muscles loosen and decompress, allowing you to achieve better sleep.
2. Heals injuries
If you have an injury you are rehabbing, sports massage can be instrumental in aiding your recovery program. Sports massage can increase blood flow, improve mobility, and provide pain relief. This can be effective for people struggling with shoulder, back, and other joint issues.
3. Reduces pain
The number one reason people seek out a massage therapist is to reduce stiffness and alleviate pain. It is easy to feel too busy to schedule an appointment for bodywork. Yet, chronic discomfort affects your mood, rest, and ability to enjoy your favorite activities.
4. Improves mobility
Sports massage can often include (but not always) deep tissue massage. Deep tissue work breaks up adhesions and improves circulation, allowing for a fuller range of motion. Sports massage can also include assisted stretching and other forms of encouraging the lengthening of muscles and mobilization of joints.
5. Improves recovery
When you train hard or play a competitive match of tennis, your body actually experiences multiple micro tears in your muscles. To optimize these rupture/repair/growth cycles, you must rest and recover between workouts. However, rest is not your only option to expedite the recovery process. Sports massage is a great way to help your body feel better and get you ready for your next workout.
6. Improves relaxation
Many of us are dealing with chronic stress. Money, health, and employment are some of the top causes of stress. Stress affects our moods, and it affects our bodies. According to the American Psychological Association, stress causes us to tighten our muscles — it is a reflex. Therapeutic touch, including sports massage, can help reduce stress, loosen muscles, and relax.
7. Better athletic performance
Research shows that sports massage improves mobility and reduces DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness). With less pain and increased range of motion, athletes of all abilities are able to perform with more energy and better technique.
Where to get a sports massage in Santa Clarita
Santa Clarita has several massage therapists who offer sports massage.
Guild Massage and Sports Medicine
Guild Massage and Sports Medicine offers several services to help you get into your best performance shape. You can select massage, sports massage, cupping, manual stretching, and tool-assisted soft-tissue mobilization.
Elements Massage
Elements Massage can get you seen with same-day appointments. They have new member specials and offer several add-ons, including cupping, aromatherapy, and hot stones.
Next Level Physical Therapy
Next Level Physical Therapy provides massage to clients at both their locations — in Santa Clarita and Saugus. Get a massage after training with one of their coaches or a PT session.
Knead2Stretch
Knead2Stretch is dedicated to helping athletes recover and feel great. They offer massage and assisted stretching.
John Rowinski Massage & Lymphatic Therapy
John Rowinski Massage & Lymphatic Therapy is owned and operated by John, who has been practicing massage since 1989. He has seen thousands of clients and offers several types of massage and bodywork.
Infinity MedSpa
Infinity MedSpa is a medical spa that provides dozens of services, including deep-tissue sports massage.
Fitness and Massage at The Paseo Club
The Paseo Club is dedicated to helping you live your best life. That is why we offer so many fun and challenging ways to be active — tennis, pickleball, strength training, swimming, and Pilates, to name a few.
We know how important it is to relax and unwind - which is why there is more than just fitness facilities at the club. Members enjoy steam rooms and saunas, a cafe and clubhouse, and an on-site spa.
The spa at The Paseo Club is operated by an esthetician and two massage therapists. The massage therapists, Haruko and Tarra, have many years of experience and customize each treatment to meet the individual's needs. They provide sports massage and several other options, including CBD oil, Himalayan Stones, Hot Stones, Aromatherapy, and much more. Ask them about their seasonal specials!
The Paseo Club has over 60 fitness classes each week, plus tennis and pickleball leagues, drills, and open court time. There are kids' programs and childcare, so the whole family can come!
Schedule a tour of the club today and check out all eight acres of our facilities. Alternatively, simply become a member and get instant access to all areas of the club!
