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About Sports, Deep Tissue and
Remedial Massage

As a massage therapist I am working with a wide range of clients - from elite sports people, recreational sports people, people who work long hours at desks or jobs involving driving, heavy lifting, and even gardening.

As an endurance athete I understand what is involved in training and racing at long distances and common injuries associated with not just endurance sports but all sports. This is important in me working with and helping athletes (and non-athletes) remain healthy and injury free.

Sports massage is a great way to recover from training and racing, prevent and recover from injuries and helping you to relax before events.

Deep Tissue massage is effective in dealing with tired and aching muscles so that they are able to function properly again.

Remedial massage is great for dealing with muscle dysfunction and associated problems. I can deal with injuries, accidents, long term problems, muscular pain and certain medical conditions (such as Parkinsons Disease, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Multiple Sclerosis).

The benefits of sports, deep tissue and remedial massage are many and include:


Massage therapy is very effective for a number of conditions. I regularly treat the following conditions on a regular basis:

Massage can help you feel better – both physically and mentally.

Client Testimonials

"Richard played a key part in my preparation for the 2006 World Age Group Triathlon Championships in Lausanne. A combination of hard training, insufficient rest, nervous energy and stress could have spelt disaster, but weekly treatments with Richard gave much needed relief to my tired legs and meant that I arrived at the race injury free. Richard is a consummate professional, with an incredible enthusiasm for sport and a deep understanding of a triathlete's specific training, racing and massage needs and I have no hesitation in recommending him to anyone."
Chrissie Wellington - Ironman Triathlon World Champion 2007, 2008, 2009

"Rich is a great guy and great sports masseur. He has treated me all year as I prepared for 2 ironman triathlons and has been invaluable."
Conan Gibney - Ironman Triathlete (Ful-on Tri Triathlon Club)

"Richard was a great help in achieving my first Marathon in Paris last year by easing the tights calves and hamstrings following long and painful training runs. This meant I was able to respond quicker to training and recovery. Rich is also now supporting me with his expertise in the world of triathlon and Ironman in assisting with my training to compete in the Vitruvian race middle distance in Sept 2010. I would highly recommend Rich’s sports massage and wealth of knowledge in endurance sport to anyone willing to challenge their body and push it to the limits."
Rachel Pye - Triathlete and Marathon runner (Clapham Chasers Running Club)

"Richard has treated me for nearly two years. I play Fives/Handball, an unusual sport, so it was important that my therapist got to know my body and the demands of the sport which Richard has done every step of the way.

Richard has an excellent manner, pinpoints and treats problems effectively. I am 100% convinced that his treatments have improved my performances immeasurably and I see my visits to Richard as an important part of my training regime.

After 6 months visiting Richard I won the Men's National Fives Championships and I have no hesitation in recommending Richard to anyone - in fact, my girlfriend and sister also now see Richard on a regular basis."
James Toop - Multiple National Fives Champion

"I've found Richard to be an excellent therapist and often recommend him to friends. He's helped me eliminate several injuries over the last two years and is also great for an all round loosening off of tight muscles. He's very knowledgeable in all areas of running/triathlon having competed at a high level and as a result I've picked up many tips from him over the last year. It's probably no exaggeration to say I wouldn't have finished my first marathon without him".
George Palmer - Marathon runner (Clapham Chasers Running Club)

"Richard is amazing. He knows what areas to target before I even tell him and works each muscle until tension is released."
Shelene Newton - Triathlete (Ful-on Tri Triathlon Club)

"I was referred to Richard for sports massage treatment and training advice by way of recommendation as I was training for my first ultra-marathon.

Richard is very personable and professional and his expertise and experience helped keep me injury free and in good form for my ultra as well as the preceding qualifying marathon. His advice and encouragement also helped me prepare physically and mentally for the challenge."
Simone Coimbra - Ultra-distance Runner

"As an older runner wary of damaging my legs through too much wear and tear, finding Richard Guy was a very lucky break. As a result of Richard's exceptionally professional treatment I have been injury-free and I expect, a stronger runner. I line up for marathons and 10K's with far more confidence now thanks to Richard."
John Witton - Marathon Runner

"Rich has been treating me for a year now and he is by far the best sports masseur I have ever seen. He is professional, a great laugh and always on form with his treatment. I never need to tell him where the sore spots are - he just always knows through feeling. Unbelievable results also and I cannot recommend him highly enough. Of all my friends that I have recommended him to - they all completely agree with me and continue to return to him. He is also extremely knowledgeable about sport and triathlon in particular- which means I get coached also!"
Suzanne May - Triathlete (Ful-on Tri Triathlon Club)

"I do a heap of sport - running, swimming, football, etc. And as such, am always struggling with soreness and little niggles. Richard has an impeccable radar for locating these and sorting them straight away. Great sports massage therapist with a ton of experience and a great manner."
Paul Chadder - Runner

"I have been coming to Richard for massage for the past 6 months or so and have to say that I have looked forward to every session. His combination of effective tissue and flexibility work has, undoubtedly made a significant contribution to my season and I would recommend him without hesitation to anyone seeking sports massage"
John Heaton-Armstrong - Ironman Triathlete (Ironman France 2006 10:44) & Racing Cyclist

"I have found the treatment provided by Richard to be extremely professional and effective. As an older rugby player I have experienced a significant number of injuries over the years which have become increasingly difficult to recover from. After suffering a range of injuries which had kept me from playing from over 6 months, 3 weeks treatment from Richard had me back playing. This was after spending a huge amount of money on chiropractors and physiotherapists. His combination of deep tissue massage and flexibility work has had incredible effects. He was also the first practitioner to ever deal with rib pain from a car accident 10 years ago. A bit of short term pain has solved an injury which regularly put me out for up to 3 weeks. I cannot recommend Richard highly enough."
Pete Miller - Rugby player (Kings College Hospital RFC)

"Richard fixed my knee niggle and got me to the start line of my first 20km race. Then, afterwards, I had another session with him. It's fair to say that I limped in, but walked out. Very impressed. It's also great that Rich is so enthusiastic about both massage and racing so a treatment with him is friendly and informative."
Tom Wilson - Age Group Triathlete.

 

 

 

 

 

 


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rich_smrt@yahoo.co.uk


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