Massage Converts

Helen massaging Jennie at our favourite location of the ultra trail - Jatar

During the race we were suprised to find a percentage of the runners who had never had a therapeutic or sports massage before. None of these runners realised the benefits of post race massage and after talking to them I think we persuaded them that not only were post race massages well worth it but also pre-race and regular massage. We had several converts and we hope that once they go home they can find someone to work with who can help them get the most from their training and races and improve on their times and stamina.

Al-Andalus Trail

Here's Annick massaging Colm McCoy after the fourth and hardest stage of the Trail.

After 62kms of hard running through the countryside ending with a 4km uphill section to get to the campsite the runners were glad of some relaxing massage.

This year we used Helen's anti-fatigue oil on a test group and got a positive response from it. We know it works but it's always good to get feedback from impartial participants who have been pushing their bodies and muscles to the limit. The consensus was it helped muscles recover quicker and there were no 'heavy legs' the next day.

Ultra Trail 2010

The Al-Andalus Ultra Trail 2010.

If you elect a post race massage to help ease the legs for the next days running, ask to be massaged with our specially formulated anti-fatigue oil.
This base oil plus essential oils works quickly and effectively to ease tired muscles and is something our masseurs use on themselves at the end of a long session of working with the athletes.
You will have the opportunity to purchase a 50ml bottle of this exclusive mix for 5 euros.

Al-Andalus Ultra Trail

Once again Asura Yoga are providing the massage support for the Al-Andalus Ultra Trail, a 230km cross country race staged over five days.
This year the race takes place between the 12th and 16th July, more details from: http://www.alandalus-ut.com/
The participants will have the opportunity to elect for post race massage throughout the event and our masseurs will be at each race camp to assist the runners. Massages are 10 euros for 10 minutes.
However, on the arrival weekend of 11th/12th July our team will be at your pre-race venue, the Manzanil Hotel in Loja and will be available for longer massage sessions. We will also be pre-booking massages for during the race stages so speak to either Sami, Helen or Annick at the hotel and book your spot on the couch.