In Balance Therapeutic Massage

17/08/2026

15/08/2026

Stretching can absolutely feel good. It can reduce that sensation of tightness and give you some temporary relief.

But if the same area keeps feeling tight again and again, it can be worth asking why.

Sometimes the answer isn't that you need to stretch harder or more often. The sensation of tightness can be influenced by how you're using your body, load, movement patterns, protective muscle tension and a whole host of other factors.

That's why I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to massage. The aim isn't simply to make something feel looser for an hour — it's to understand what your body is telling you and work with it.

Your body sets the pace. 💙

If you're constantly stretching the same area but the tightness keeps coming back, it might be worth looking at what's driving it.

If you'd like to explore whether massage could help, send me a message or book an appointment via the link in my bio. 😊

12/08/2026

Still stretching, rolling and digging into that “tight” muscle… only for the tightness to come back?

There might be more going on than simply a muscle being “short”.

Pain, irritation, fatigue, repetitive activity and joint instability can all influence how much tension your muscles are holding. And if you’re hypermobile, your muscles may be working harder to provide stability — which can leave you feeling surprisingly tight despite being very flexible.

Sometimes the answer isn't to stretch harder.
It might be about understanding why your body is holding that tension in the first place. 🤍

That’s where an individualised approach to bodywork can help — working with your body rather than trying to force it into feeling different.

Save this for the next time you find yourself endlessly stretching the same “tight” spot. 🌿

08/08/2026

Ever feel like you're constantly stretching the same area, only for the tightness to come straight back?

Sometimes persistent tension isn't simply a case of a muscle needing to be stretched more. Your movement patterns, surrounding muscles and how your body is responding to load can all play a part.

That's why I don't believe in simply attacking the area that feels tight — I want to understand what's contributing to it. 💚

If you're dealing with stubborn tension that keeps coming back, send me a message or book online, link in my bio.

07/08/2026

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Nothing says more than hearing it from a client.

Helping people understand why they're in pain, not just treating it, is a huge part of how I work.

Thank you, Charlotte, for such a lovely review. 💚

03/08/2026

✨ Exciting news! ✨
I'm so excited to share that In Balance Therapeutic Massage is now also based Get Set Therapy in Pynes Hill, Exeter.

This is a really special milestone for me. When I first started my massage training, Sam has been there to offer advice, encouragement and support throughout my journey, as well as being kind enough to let me practise plenty of techniques on him over the last year! (I'm pleased to say he kept coming back... so I must have been doing something right! 😄)
Thank you, Sam, for believing in me and for welcoming me to the Get Set Therapy team.

Working alongside an experienced physiotherapist means we can also refer clients to one another where appropriate, helping to ensure you receive the treatment that's best suited to your needs.

📍 You can now book appointments at:
Get Set Therapy, Pynes Hill • Thursdays & Fridays
Complementary Therapy Centre, Gandy Street • Tuesdays & Wednesdays

Whether you're looking for help with pain, muscle tension, headaches, recovering from injury or exercise, or simply want an hour to relax and unwind, every treatment is tailored specifically to you.

Online booking is now available via the link in my bio, or feel free to get in touch if you'd like help choosing the most suitable location or appointment.

I can't wait to welcome both new and familiar faces to the clinic! 🌿

01/08/2026

Online booking is now live! ✨

Booking your massage is now quicker and easier than ever.

Whether you're looking for relief from pain, recovering from training, managing muscle tension or simply taking some time to relax, you can now view my availability and book online at a time that suits you.

✨ 45, 60 and 90 minute appointments available 📍 Complementary Therapy Centre, Gandy Street, Exeter
🗓️ Tuesdays & Wednesdays
🌙 Tuesday evening appointments available

Click the link in my bio or visit my website to book your appointment.

Looking for a different day or time? Just send me a message and I'll be happy to help.

I look forward to welcoming you soon! 🤍

(I'm currently taking a short break and will be back from 10th August.)

30/07/2026

A little update 💚

From 10th August, my treatment prices will be increasing.

Now that I'm fully qualified and In Balance continues to grow, I'll be moving from my introductory rates to my standard professional pricing.

If you'd like an appointment in August at my current prices, simply book by 31st July and I'll honour the current rate, even if your appointment is later in August.

Thank you so much to everyone who's supported my little business so far—it genuinely means the world. 💚

26/07/2026

The last few weeks have been a whirlwind.🤪

I've finished my teaching career, started filling my August diary and am now taking a couple of weeks to rest and reset before this next chapter begins.

Looking after your own wellbeing isn't a luxury—it's what allows you to keep showing up for everyone else.

I'll be back treating clients from 10th August and can't wait to welcome you to both the Gandy Street treatment room and my new clinic - more details coming soon 😉

See you soon 💚