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How Sports Massage Stretching Can Help Non-Athletes Move Better
You might think advanced sports massage stretches are just for athletes, but the truth is, they can be incredibly helpful for anyone, especially if you spend most of your week sitting and only occasionally get active on the weekends. Tight hamstrings and stiff calves don’t just affect athletes - they affect all of us who sit, commute, or work at a desk for long stretches. We’ll break down how!
How Massage Therapy Can Help You Sleep Better
Have you ever noticed how, after a good massage, your muscles feel lighter and your head feels clearer … and then you fall into a deeper, more restful sleep? That’s not just anecdotal: there’s growing evidence that massage therapy can help improve sleep quality by easing physical tensions, calming the nervous system, and reducing stress. Here’s how!
Meet Diane Croskin
Say hi to our new therapist partner Diane Croskin! Diane has always been passionate about the body and how it works. She first started to explore that passion with a degree in Genetics, before getting into the mechanics of movement as a teacher in pole dancing. After teaching for five years, Diane was seeking ways to work directly with people and further her knowledge, and in 2021 decided to take the Level 5 diploma in Sports Massage and Remedial Soft Tissue therapy with the North London School of Sports Massage, followed by a MSc Physiotherapy (Pre-Registration).
Meet Our Newest Massage Therapist, Emily McCarthy
Emily began her training as a Swedish and holistic massage therapist, moving on to a Level 5 qualification in Advanced Clinical Massage with the Jing Institute in Brighton. She offers tailored treatments, with a style that seamlessly integrates the more soothing, flowing style of Swedish and holistic massage with a more clinically focused approach through direct and indirect myofascial release, trigger point therapy, deep tissue work, and more.