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Massage is one of the oldest forms of medicine and has been used by sportsmen since before the days of the ancient Greek Olympics. There are a variety of styles of massage but, according to massage expert Mel Cash, author of "Sport & Remedial Massage Therapy," sports massage is the most beneficial to bodybuilders. Always check the credentials of your massage therapist as not all practitioners are licensed, and an unqualified masseuse could do you more harm than good.
</SECTION><SECTION class=section>Reduced Muscular Tension
Massage affects your muscles and the other soft tissues throughout your body. It can loosen contracted, tense and shortened muscles. If your muscles are chronically tense you will experience a reduction of circulation of blood flow in that area and this will be alleviated with regular massage treatments. Tight, tense muscles can cause other symptoms throughout your body; for example, tight neck muscles can show themselves as regular headaches.
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<SECTION class=section>Improved Blood Circulation
The oxygen capacity of your blood can increase 10 to 15 percent after massage, according to Doctor Per Renstrom in his book "Sports Injuries: Their Prevention and Treatment." By stimulating nerves that supply your internal organs, your blood vessels will dilate, opening up to allow greater blood supply through them. Poor circulation (often felt as cold hands and feet) is improved after massage. A full body massage will increase the blood flow to both your internal organs and your extremities which will enhance your recovery after exercise.
</SECTION><SECTION class=section>Better Lymph Movement and Lymphatic System Function
Lymph is the fluid that drains impurities and waste away from the tissue cells. Within this waste are the toxins which are the by-products of metabolism. This is especially true after hard bodybuilding-type workouts. Massage makes sure that lymph is circulated through your lymph nodes for filtering, which in turn can result in enhanced immune system function and faster recovery from your workouts.
</SECTION><SECTION class=section>Increased Mobility, Flexibility and Range of Motion of Joints
Massage will provide a gentle stretching action to both the muscles and connective tissue that surrounds and supports your muscles. According to Cash, the gentle stretching of your muscles keeps them in good condition, maintains the health of connective tissue and improves the condition of your joints. You will find that joint and muscle pain is reduced after a massage. Specific joint/muscle pain can be targeted by a licensed sports massage therapist.
</SECTION><SECTION class=section>Better Digestion and Intestinal Function
By increasing blood flow, your digestive organs receive more of the life-giving oxygen they need to function effectively. Digestive discomfort is often relieved by massage, as is abdominal bloating and gastric upset. This is especially beneficial if you are a bodybuilder who is trying to gain mass and have to eat a large quantity of food.
</SECTION><SECTION class=section>Pain Relief
Bodybuilding training can result in injuries, and massage can help you recover from minor aches and pains by improving your circulation. Improved circulation is an essential part of the healing process. Massage also triggers the release of endorphins which are your body's natural pain killers and may result in lowered pain levels as well as a reduced requirement for pain medication. A treatment with a sports massage therapist can save you weeks of inactivity by promoting fast and effective healing of serious and-not-so-serious injuries
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Massage is one of the oldest forms of medicine and has been used by sportsmen since before the days of the ancient Greek Olympics. There are a variety of styles of massage but, according to massage expert Mel Cash, author of "Sport & Remedial Massage Therapy," sports massage is the most beneficial to bodybuilders. Always check the credentials of your massage therapist as not all practitioners are licensed, and an unqualified masseuse could do you more harm than good.
</SECTION><SECTION class=section>Reduced Muscular Tension
Massage affects your muscles and the other soft tissues throughout your body. It can loosen contracted, tense and shortened muscles. If your muscles are chronically tense you will experience a reduction of circulation of blood flow in that area and this will be alleviated with regular massage treatments. Tight, tense muscles can cause other symptoms throughout your body; for example, tight neck muscles can show themselves as regular headaches.
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<SECTION class=section>Improved Blood Circulation
The oxygen capacity of your blood can increase 10 to 15 percent after massage, according to Doctor Per Renstrom in his book "Sports Injuries: Their Prevention and Treatment." By stimulating nerves that supply your internal organs, your blood vessels will dilate, opening up to allow greater blood supply through them. Poor circulation (often felt as cold hands and feet) is improved after massage. A full body massage will increase the blood flow to both your internal organs and your extremities which will enhance your recovery after exercise.
</SECTION><SECTION class=section>Better Lymph Movement and Lymphatic System Function
Lymph is the fluid that drains impurities and waste away from the tissue cells. Within this waste are the toxins which are the by-products of metabolism. This is especially true after hard bodybuilding-type workouts. Massage makes sure that lymph is circulated through your lymph nodes for filtering, which in turn can result in enhanced immune system function and faster recovery from your workouts.
</SECTION><SECTION class=section>Increased Mobility, Flexibility and Range of Motion of Joints
Massage will provide a gentle stretching action to both the muscles and connective tissue that surrounds and supports your muscles. According to Cash, the gentle stretching of your muscles keeps them in good condition, maintains the health of connective tissue and improves the condition of your joints. You will find that joint and muscle pain is reduced after a massage. Specific joint/muscle pain can be targeted by a licensed sports massage therapist.
</SECTION><SECTION class=section>Better Digestion and Intestinal Function
By increasing blood flow, your digestive organs receive more of the life-giving oxygen they need to function effectively. Digestive discomfort is often relieved by massage, as is abdominal bloating and gastric upset. This is especially beneficial if you are a bodybuilder who is trying to gain mass and have to eat a large quantity of food.
</SECTION><SECTION class=section>Pain Relief
Bodybuilding training can result in injuries, and massage can help you recover from minor aches and pains by improving your circulation. Improved circulation is an essential part of the healing process. Massage also triggers the release of endorphins which are your body's natural pain killers and may result in lowered pain levels as well as a reduced requirement for pain medication. A treatment with a sports massage therapist can save you weeks of inactivity by promoting fast and effective healing of serious and-not-so-serious injuries
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