Carly's - Sports Massage and Holistic Therapy

08/07/2026

Good morning 🌞

As we are about to enter another warm spell, I thought i would share some useful hydration tips which will hopefully allow you to continue training and recover properly.

💧 Hydration for Runners: Why It Matters 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Staying hydrated is essential for running performance, endurance, and recovery. Even mild dehydration can cause fatigue, reduced stamina, muscle cramps, and slower recovery.

💦 Before Your Run ✅ Drink around 400–600 ml of water 2–3 hours before running.
✅ Running first thing in the morning? Have a small glass of water when you wake up.

🏃 During Your Run ✅ Runs under 60 minutes — water is usually enough.
✅ Runs over 60 minutes — consider an electrolyte drink to replace sodium and minerals lost through sweat.
✅ Sip regularly rather than waiting until you feel thirsty.

🔄 After Your Run ✅ Rehydrate soon after finishing with water or an electrolyte drink.
✅ To estimate fluid loss, weigh yourself before and after your run. Aim for around 1.25–1.5 litres of fluid for every kilogram of body weight lost.

⚠️ Signs You May Be Dehydrated • Dark yellow urine
• Dry mouth
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Fatigue
• Drop in performance

⭐ Top Hydration Tips ✔ Carry a bottle or use a hydration pack on longer runs.
✔ Drink more in hot or humid conditions.
✔ Add electrolytes during longer sessions or heavy sweating.
✔ Use urine colour as a guide — pale yellow usually indicates good hydration.

Consistent hydration helps regulate body temperature, maintain endurance, improve recovery, and keep you performing at your best — whether you’re training for your first 5K or chasing a marathon goal. 🏅

24/12/2025

I just wanted to take this opportunity to wish you all a Merry Christmas and to wish you a very happy 2026.

Thank you so much for you loyalty and support over the last 12 months. I never take it for granted.

I will be back in the clinic on Monday the 5th January and will respond to any messages after this date.

Best wishes

Carly x

29/11/2024

Great feedback following a Boost Me treatment.

27/11/2024

A great write up which explains the difference between intensity and output ❤

Monitoring your training intensity and workload is an art form and we have lots of toys which can help us to achieve it successfully. A lot of runners have GPS devices and heart rate monitors, the …

23/11/2024

****PRICE INCREASE FROM 6th JANUARY 2025****

Hi everyone

Due to ever increasing business overheads and the extensive amount of training I have completed over the last 2 years plus, I have decided that I will be increasing my prices from the above date.

I have not increased my prices for over 18 months and during that period, costs have increased significantly.

Here is a list of my new charges from 6th January 2025

****Sports Massage/ Deep Tissue Massage****

Back and Legs - 1 hour appointment - £40
Legs or deep tissue back massage - 45 mins - £33

30 min treatments will be charged at £25 for existing clients only. NOT AVAILABLE TO FIRST TIME CLIENTS

****Holistic Treatments****

Indian Head Massage 45 min - £30

The Indian Head Massage is a relaxing holistic treatment that focuses on massaging acupressure points on the head, neck, and shoulders, with the aim of rebalancing your body's energies. The treatment is based on the ayurvedic system of healing.

PLEASE NOTE ALL OF THE ABOVE TREATMENTS MAY BE COMPLEMENTED WITH THE USE OF HOT STONES

Reiki 1 hour £35

Reiki is a complementary treatment that seeks to promote wellness by creating balance in a person's life force or energy field. Anecdotally, many people who receive Reiki report that it helps them feel calm, relaxed, and connected

****Wellbeing****

Price after introductory offer 31st January 2025

Boost Me Treatment- 1 hour including consultation - £45.

Pituitary gland boost, breathwork and meditation, lymphatic drainage, acupressure and foot work, tummy - emotional release and boost (chinese medicine theory), spine and neck release (boosting the nervous system) chakra balancing, boost me button (NLP anchor)

Thank you for your continued loyalty and support.

Carly

15/11/2024

What's your form of self care?

Whatever it is, its important to schedule it in. It holds the same importance as a work meeting.

Ways to claw back time

❤Turn off notifications on your phone
❤ schedule time to get back to people. Just because you receive a text/email doesn't mean you have to respond straight away.
❤ start to plan your day. Write it all down. By doing this you will begin to notice what time in a day is wasted or could be put to better use.
❤ set a limit on screen time.
❤ meal prep at the weekend to save time during the week

I hope you all have a lovely weekend and I hope you manage to schedule that time in for you so you can go back to work on Monday feeling rested.

Carly ❤

12/11/2024

A couple of weeks ago Joe Wicks (the body coach) put this post out and I commented below.

I truly believe that any long term goal i.e better sleep/a healthy weight, first starts with movement.

I know we all lead busy lives but movement in any form i.e walking/running/cycling is so beneficial not only for our physical health but also our mental health.

Please schedule that time in for you.

Start small, create consistency and everything else will come ❤

Have a great day

Carly

07/02/2024

Hot/cold stone therapy training complete. I'm very much looking forward to introducing this into my normal treatment over the next few weeks. Fear not, I will still be using my hands to work deep into the muscles but the stones will allow me to heat the muscles more efficiently and allow a deeper massage (if you can imagine that 😅). The cold is great for inflammation/swelling and on certain parts of the body and may be used in conjunction with the heat.

07/12/2023

Good morning

I just want to put this post out there as a gentle reminder that what you get from me is so much more than a massage.

I care deeply about my clients and if they are struggling in any way then this stays with me long after the treatment.

Please use the time you have to talk and get things off your chest knowing that it will always be in confidence and you will never be judged.

For those who's financial means don't stretch to a massage at the moment then please don't be a stranger. I can always make myself available for a coffee and a chat.

Lots of love
Carly ❤