Should I workout after receiving massage?
I strongly recommend that you refrain from exercising until the following day. If anything, use your massage as an excuse to take it easy for the day. After a massage, your muscles need recovery time, much like they do after a workout. Your body will be feeling less tense and your muscles will be loose. It is easy to overdo it as your muscles can lose their ability to sense what is too much for them. Meaning you could potentially strain a muscle or push it too hard and not realize it until its too late. Working-out after a massage can counteract the effects of the session.
All I can do is make the recommendation, it is up to you to listen to your body and your therapist. Personally, I never workout after a massage, I prefer to let the work sink in and give my body time to absorb its effects before working out. I urge you to get the most out of your session, refraining from exercise after receiving a massage will allow you to do just that.
JessG
