| |||
The term "hamstring" originated in 18th Century England. Back then, butchers would display pig carcasses in their shop windows by hanging them from the long tendons at the back of the knee. | |||
Post Event Massage Post-event massage tents are generally considered an essential service these days at events of half marathon distance or longer, and more and more athletes are using them, judging by the ever growing queues that often gather outside. So, what is the purpose
of the post-event massage? A general post-event massage lasts for 10-15 minutes. I use compressive gliding strokes to calm the nervous system and push fluid through the legs, light squeezing strokes to ease muscle tension, compressive strokes to spread muscle fibres and restore blood flow; broadening strokes to lengthen tight muscles; and compressive gliding strokes as a finishing stroke to soothe. I also use some light trigger point therapy if required. I prefer that my
post-event massage isn't painful to the athlete, although trigger point
therapy can be a little uncomfortable momentarily. Working with
athletes whose pain thresholds are unfamiliar to me can make this
challenging, but it can be achieved by staying in communication with the
athlete and also watching for non-verbal signs like flinching and
cringing! Some
events run a booking system, but generally you just join the queue. Cost
for post-event massage is generally $1 per minute, with most athletes
opting for 10 or 20 minutes. | |||
Biokosma Foot Care Gel 75ml $19.00 Refreshing and
invigorating, Biokosma Foot Care Gel contains pure essences of
peppermint and pine, with jojobaoil to make the skin soft and supple. | |||
The
stretch this month is for the adductors - those muscles that run up
the inside of the thigh.
| |||
With so many regular clients now on board, evening appointments are
currently booked out about six weeks in advance, and most daytime ones
about three - four weeks in advance, so planning ahead will help you to secure your
preferred appointment time. Book
online here
or | |||
The
Manukau City Veterans Cycle Club (www.cycleclub.co.nz)
charity ride, to raise funds for the Gisborne Cancer Society was a great
success last month. We had a fantastic time and a full account of
events can be read on the club website. | |||
To
subscribe | |||
We respect the privacy of all subscribers and will not disclose
your email address or any information about you to any third parties
without your consent. | |||
Rachael Button |