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EPISODE · Feb 26, 2026 · 6 MIN

Soreness After A Massage Session

from Elite Sports Recovery and Performance · host Nate Avila

🎙 Episode DescriptionWhy You Feel More Sore After Massage (Especially If You Don’t Get Bodywork Often)Have you ever gone weeks or months without bodywork, finally booked a massage, and then felt more sore days later? You’re not alone — and it doesn’t mean the massage made things worse.In this episode of Elite Sports Talk, Nate explains why infrequent bodywork can leave you feeling extra sore after a session, what’s actually happening inside your muscles and nervous system, and why this response is normal. You’ll learn how tissue sensitivity, stress, hydration, and recovery habits all play a role in post-massage soreness.More importantly, Nate shares practical strategies to reduce soreness, recover faster, and get better results from future sessions — without avoiding massage altogether.If you’ve ever wondered whether post-massage soreness means something went wrong, this episode will help you understand your body, set better expectations, and recover smarter.

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