Whether you’re tempted by a traditional Thai massage or a classic oil massage, in either case you can try the following tips to maximise their effects.
1. A cold shower will invigorate you
Never take a hot shower after a massage, no matter how much you like it. You should also save a warm relaxing bath for another day. Massages stimulate the blood circulation as much as hot water.
Showering in hot water after a massage can raise blood pressure, cause dizziness and slow muscle recovery. Cold water is recommended to soothe stimulated muscles. If you are not a big hardier, at least treat yourself to a summer shower.
2. Do not shower immediately after the massage
After a massage, you may be tempted to go straight to the bath to wash up. However, it’s best to wait a while, because if you quickly jump into the shower, you may feel faint. Instead, lie down and give yourself a rest. Also, don’t take a hot shower right before your massage. This can also cause dizziness. It’s dangerous, so don’t take any chances.
3. Don’t forget to stretch your whole body
Massage will have the best effect if you give your body a stretch every day, not just before or after the treatment. Of course, if you want to stretch before/after the massage, keep at least an hour apart. Stretching exercises will relieve pain, muscle tension and improve flexibility. Which exercises will relax you?
- Yoga cat/cow pose
- lying down with knees pulled up to chest
- deep standing bend
4. Do not eat heavy food after the massage
Fatty, spicy, overly salty and overly spicy foods do not mix well with massage, so avoid them. Forget about semi-finished products, fast food and sweets. Eating them would exhaust you. An hour and a half before the massage, a lighter meal such as a bowl of fruit or soup is recommended. Avoid alcohol, caffeine, nicotine and carbonated drinks. Plain water or herbal tea will suffice.
How do you keep a calm mood for as long as possible after a massage?
How do you keep a calm mood for as long as possible after a massage?
The feeling you leave the massage parlour with is priceless. To stay on a positive high for as long as possible, forget about cleaning or dealing with things around the house or work. This is your day, so don’t even deal with social media and the hustle and bustle you normally let yourself get pulled away by. Put on some relaxing music and you’ll feel the effects of your massage long afterwards!
Don’t even remember what it’s like to go for a great massage? In our salons, we’ll be happy to remind you! Visit Lilawadi and experience an unforgettable relaxing treatment.
