Massage-therapy and your Ironman Triathlon Training

Massage-therapy is something else to consider when preparing for you first Ironman Triathlon. For some reason, there are those who benefit more than others from massage. I have tried it, but found it a bit expensive to be able to include it as a weekly part of my training. I used it more as a reward after 6 or 8 weeks of hard training.

Should you decide to include massage- therapy as a regular component of your training, be sure to find someone skilled in "sports massage" which in many cases is a deeper massage than most people are used to.

There's no doubt that a massage can do wonders after a long bike or run session, but I wouldn't recommend it too soon "before" a planned long training day. I always found that I was so relaxed, I didn't want to do anything after a massage.

It's for this reason I would "never" get a massage too soon before a major race like the Ironman Triathlon. If you want a pre-race massage I would highly recommend getting it several days before the big race.

If you only have one massage all year, there is one you must make a point of not missing out on. It's the free on you get right after they put that Ironman Triathlon finishers medal around your neck. Just tell that volunteer who is "supporting" you that you would like to go to the massage tent. They will make sure you get there. Get there as soon as you can(shuffle) after crossing the line as if tends to get pretty busy depending on your arrival time. You may have to sign in and take a seat, but normally you won't be left waiting too long.

Ultimately, massage-therapy is an individual choice and though some claim that it is a real benefit to their training, I always looked at it more as a special treat. I would suggest trying it and if you like the results, and can afford it, than by all means, make massage-therapy a regular part of your Ironman Triathlon preparation. chiropractors--for high performance