Have you entered for the Bath Half Marathon 2025?
Training is underway and the Bath Half Marathon is looming so make sure injuries aren’t around the corner!
Perhaps you are running for a charity close to your heart and need to make sure you cross that finish line. Don’t let niggles creep in and stop you from making it to the start line.
We know how important it is to stay injury free when training for an event so at OsteoBath we have put together a specialised package to help you make this your best half marathon yet!
What does the Bath Half Prepare - Perform - Recover Package include?
2 x 1 hour “Preparation” remedial massages before race day
1 x HALF PRICE 1 hour “Recovery” remedial massage up to 2 weeks post race day
A Complimentary Prepare - Perform - Recovery Plan
FREE Taping on the morning of race day
SAVINGS OF £50
Why is massage vital during training for a half marathon?
Massage Therapy is highly beneficial for half marathon training because it helps with muscle recovery, injury prevention, and overall performance.
Massage reduces muscle soreness and fatigue that comes with training. Running causes micro-tears in muscles, leading to soreness. Massage increases blood flow, helping flush out lactic acid and toxins that cause stiffness. Tight muscles from running can lead to imbalances and restricted movement. Massage loosens knots and adhesions, improving range of motion and running efficiency. Massage boosts circulation, delivering oxygen and nutrients to muscles for faster healing and helps maintain muscle elasticity, reducing downtime between workouts, overall speeding up recovery. Regular massage identifies tight spots before they develop into injuries. It helps prevent common running issues like IT band syndrome, shin splints, and Achilles tendonitis. Finall massage can reduces stress & promotes relaxation. Training can be mentally and physically taxing. Massage lowers cortisol (stress hormone) and increases endorphins, aiding relaxation and better sleep.
Why post-race massage is essential for runners
After crossing the finish line of a half marathon, your body has endured significant strain. Completing a half marathon is a significant achievement, but the real challenge often lies in how well you recover. A post-race massage is more than just relaxation—it plays a crucial role in ensuring your muscles heal properly, reducing stiffness, and preparing you for future runs. Incorporating a post-run massage into your routine can make a huge difference. After prolonged exertion, your body retains excess fluid and metabolic waste, contributing to swelling. A post-run massage promotes lymphatic drainage, helping to reduce inflammation and discomfort. This process accelerates the body’s natural healing mechanisms, allowing for a faster return to training. A recovery massage can make all the difference in how well you recover and prepare for your next challenge. Whether you’re aiming for another race or simply looking to stay in peak condition, a post-run massage is an essential step in your journey.
What is the Prepare - Perform - Recover Programme?
This carefully curated programme includes a training plan, nutrition for performance advice, recovery tips as well as warm up and warm down ideas and it’s all completely free!
Free taping on the morning of the event, is that right?
YES! Brandon our massage therapist will be on hand during the morning of the race to tape any niggles or concerns you have. Running a half marathon with a minor injury or niggle can be challenging, but using sports tape can provide essential support. Sports tape helps stabilise joints and muscles, reducing excessive movement that could worsen an injury. It offers targeted support to weak or strained areas, allowing you to run with more confidence. By lifting the skin slightly, sports tape improves circulation and reduces pressure on pain receptors. It can help manage discomfort from conditions like shin splints, runner’s knee, and Achilles tendonitis. Taping can assists in lymphatic drainage, reducing fluid buildup and swelling around an injured area. It accelerate post-run recovery, especially when combined with massage therapy.