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Topic ID 5862
20/03/2011 by suemay
Male Massage!
Hi
Not as seedy a it sounds, my husband is running in this years London Marathon, and I was hoping to book him in for a massage the day after, I'm sure he'll need it. Any ideas of any local beauty salons that cater for male massages.
Thanks Sue
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Reply ID 80158
20/03/2011 by CSP
I'm sure you'll get several differing opinions.
For what it's worth, I've done the marathon and what's needed is not a gentle massage at a beauty salon but a specialised sports massage by an expert.
I would heartily recommend Phil Moran at The Natural Therapy Centre (at Old Cross) 01992 550101.
I would also recommend that the massage is done as soon as possible after the run. I had mine about an hour after completing the race and I'm convinced it made all the difference. I wouldn't expect Phil to be waiting at the finish line but the next day would be good.
Reply ID 80177
21/03/2011 by Rachel
That's such a nice thoughtful thing to arrange Suemay, he'll really appreciate it. CSP says you'll get differing opinions but mine doesn't differ from his. You need a proper sports massage after a marathon, don't waste your money on beauty salons. My recommendation is the Varney practice on Railway Street:
3a The Maltings
Hertford
SG13 7BS
Tel: 01992 550 069
Reply ID 80178
21/03/2011 by suemay
Thank you both for your advice. I hadn't thought about a sports massage but yes, it does make sense. Will give them both a call, and see what they say. I think he does get a small massage when he finishes, from Tommys the charity he is running for, but think he deserves something better, so the next day will be my best option.
Sue
Reply ID 80180
21/03/2011 by CSP
The "small massage" will do him the world of good, especially if followed up the next day. I've had good treatment from The Varney Practice as well (I'm so old and decrepit that I've used just about everybody!).
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