Top 10 Tips To Look After Your Running Body

3. Get a sports massage. Probably one of the most underrated tools available to runners is using the services of a good sports masseur regularly. Running causes micro damage to the muscles which if left untreated, can eventually result in a build-up of scar tissue and injury. Factor in the stresses of racing and the problem is compounded. It’s no coincidence that professional runners will spend many hours on the sports massage couch as part of ... more 

3. Get a sports massage. Probably one of the most underrated tools available to runners is using the services of a good sports masseur regularly. Running causes micro damage to the muscles which if left untreated, can eventually result in a build-up of scar tissue and injury. Factor in the stresses of racing and the problem is compounded. It’s no coincidence that professional runners will spend many hours on the sports massage couch as part of their program to keep the body in peak condition. After a race or every couple of months, treat yourself to a full leg massage, which will flush away toxins, realign muscle fibers and help ensure that you can continue running week-in, week-out. less