Massage musings...
Thursday 04/01/07:
Rudely awakened from a deep sleep when the alarm came on at 6.15am this morning! Got to start getting to bed earlier! The temptation to roll over and go back to sleep was strong, especially as it was a non-running day *yawn*, but I resisted it and pulled on my gear.
Once out the door I was glad, as it was another bright, gorgeous morning. We are having a great run of weather - not too hot as there has been a bit of light wind keeping things cool (low-mid 20s) but still sunny and fine and clear skies. All good for the holiday makers...
Did a brisk walk thru the countryside and back for a total of 40mins. Round every turn and undulation I could see an older Asian man jogging along up ahead, in a quick-stepping little shuffling type deal. Never caught him tho...!
Today I had a call back from one of the massage therapists I'd left a message for. Hooray, she is working this week and can fit me in tomorrow after work. And shes fairly local to home. Been meaning to mention that I have been putting a lot of effort into self-massage on the sore area in my leg with the Anti-flamm and I think this has helped somewhat. But man does it hurt at times! And I am not too good at inflicting pain on myself! Its too easy to give in and stop or to take it easy! Of course there is also always the concern that I don't really know what I am doing and had better not do anything too drastic in case it has an adverse effect! Therefore, while I am looking forward to the massage and hopefully getting a good result, I am preparing myself for it to be painful - deep tissue stuff always is! BUT if it helps, I'm all for it! I really liked the lady I went to last time, Nina, but she only does relaxation type massage. As nice as this was, it really isn't what I need right now. This lady specialises in sports and injury massage and rehab.
Lets hope it makes a difference, as even tho my leg is much better this week, I know something is still not right.
Anyway, I hope you are right Em in that I am on my way back. And Ewen - is there no end to your talents? Not just a committed runner with loads of experience and advice that you are only too willing to share, but a Blogger tutor as well!! Thanks for that - when my eyelids aren't drooping quite so much I will take care of those photos. Can I just say thanks to all of those that have encouraged me to try massage too - Ewen, Stu, Em, Beki. At least I feel like I am being pro-active and trying everything possible. I will continue to see the physio when she returns next week, as I'm not going to let the free ACC sessions go to waste, but I'm hoping I may have made more recovery progress by then.
Right, must away. Wish me luck with the MT ! *Ouch!*
Rudely awakened from a deep sleep when the alarm came on at 6.15am this morning! Got to start getting to bed earlier! The temptation to roll over and go back to sleep was strong, especially as it was a non-running day *yawn*, but I resisted it and pulled on my gear.
Once out the door I was glad, as it was another bright, gorgeous morning. We are having a great run of weather - not too hot as there has been a bit of light wind keeping things cool (low-mid 20s) but still sunny and fine and clear skies. All good for the holiday makers...
Did a brisk walk thru the countryside and back for a total of 40mins. Round every turn and undulation I could see an older Asian man jogging along up ahead, in a quick-stepping little shuffling type deal. Never caught him tho...!
Today I had a call back from one of the massage therapists I'd left a message for. Hooray, she is working this week and can fit me in tomorrow after work. And shes fairly local to home. Been meaning to mention that I have been putting a lot of effort into self-massage on the sore area in my leg with the Anti-flamm and I think this has helped somewhat. But man does it hurt at times! And I am not too good at inflicting pain on myself! Its too easy to give in and stop or to take it easy! Of course there is also always the concern that I don't really know what I am doing and had better not do anything too drastic in case it has an adverse effect! Therefore, while I am looking forward to the massage and hopefully getting a good result, I am preparing myself for it to be painful - deep tissue stuff always is! BUT if it helps, I'm all for it! I really liked the lady I went to last time, Nina, but she only does relaxation type massage. As nice as this was, it really isn't what I need right now. This lady specialises in sports and injury massage and rehab.
Lets hope it makes a difference, as even tho my leg is much better this week, I know something is still not right.
Anyway, I hope you are right Em in that I am on my way back. And Ewen - is there no end to your talents? Not just a committed runner with loads of experience and advice that you are only too willing to share, but a Blogger tutor as well!! Thanks for that - when my eyelids aren't drooping quite so much I will take care of those photos. Can I just say thanks to all of those that have encouraged me to try massage too - Ewen, Stu, Em, Beki. At least I feel like I am being pro-active and trying everything possible. I will continue to see the physio when she returns next week, as I'm not going to let the free ACC sessions go to waste, but I'm hoping I may have made more recovery progress by then.
Right, must away. Wish me luck with the MT ! *Ouch!*
posted by Vicky @ 1/04/2007 09:58:00 pm
4 Comments:
At Fri Jan 05, 01:42:00 am,
Ewen said…
If she's good you'll be in agony ;) At least that's how I remember it the last time I used one.
Get her to do all of your legs (both good and bad), feet and lower back while she's at it (if it's the same price).
At Fri Jan 05, 10:47:00 am,
MorseyRuns said…
It all sounds like a world of pain- good luck and I am keen to know if it works.
At Fri Jan 05, 02:16:00 pm,
Anonymous said…
Make sure to keep us updated on how it works for you, cos I too have been thinking about needing a massage for my calves.
At Fri Jan 05, 08:18:00 pm,
Em said…
Um yeah, what Ewen said, I have had some painful massage sessions, but damn you wake up the next day feeling great.
I plan to make them a pretty regular thing in 2007.
Just make sure you drink lots of water afterwards.
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