Sports Massage

Targeted bodywork built to help active bodies recover faster, move better, and stay in the game.

For anyone who trains, competes, or simply lives an active life, a sports massage is one of the smartest ways to take care of the body that carries you. Unlike a general relaxation treatment, a sports massage is designed to support the specific muscles and movement patterns that hard-working bodies rely on. At Body Dealing, licensed massage therapist Ana Suriel uses focused, performance-minded techniques to ease the tightness that builds from repetitive activity, support faster recovery, and help you stay loose and ready for whatever's next. Whether you're training toward a goal, bouncing back after a tough session, or managing the wear and tear of a consistent routine, sports massage therapy is built to keep you moving freely.

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What Your Sports Massage Session Includes

Every sports massage begins with a conversation about how your body is feeling and what you're asking of it — your training, your goals, and any areas that feel tight, overworked, or slow to recover. From there, Ana tailors the session using techniques specifically suited to active muscles rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.

A sports massage at Body Dealing may draw on:

  • Compression and targeted pressure to work through muscle groups stressed by repetitive movement
  • Assisted stretching to support flexibility and restore range of motion
  • Cross-fiber friction to address tight, overworked areas and encourage healthy tissue recovery
  • Focused, pace-appropriate work shaped around your activity level and goals
  • Sessions are available in 30-, 60-, and 90-minute lengths, so you can target a specific trouble spot or give your whole body the recovery attention it needs.

Sessions are available in 30-, 60-, and 90-minute lengths, so you can target a specific trouble spot or give your whole body the recovery attention it needs.

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How a Sports Massage Supports an Active Body

A sports massage is a targeted form of bodywork made to help active individuals prevent avoidable strain, support athletic performance, and recover more efficiently. Repetitive physical activity places consistent stress on specific muscle groups, and over time that stress can build into tightness, reduced flexibility, and nagging discomfort. By working directly on those overused areas with techniques like compression, stretching, and cross-fiber friction, a sports massage helps release built-up tension, encourage circulation to hard-working muscles, and keep the body moving the way it's meant to. The result is a body that feels looser, recovers more comfortably, and is better prepared for its next effort. It's worth noting that while sports massage is a valuable part of an active routine, it isn't a treatment for injuries — if you're dealing with a strain, sprain, or diagnosed condition, it's best to consult your doctor first.

When a Sports Massage Can Help Most

A sports massage isn't only for elite athletes — it fits naturally into all kinds of active routines. It can be especially valuable:

  • Before an event or big training block, to help your muscles feel loose and prepared
  • After intense workouts or competition, to support recovery and ease post-effort tightness
  • During heavy training periods, to manage the tension that builds from repetitive movement
  • When overuse leaves certain muscle groups feeling tight, fatigued, or restricted
  • As ongoing maintenance, to help keep your body moving freely and comfortably over time

If any of these describe where you are in your routine, a sports massage can be a genuinely useful tool.

Who Sports Massage Is Best For

Sports massage is ideal for anyone who asks a lot of their body. Runners, lifters, cyclists, and team-sport athletes all benefit from bodywork that understands the demands of repetitive training. But it's just as valuable for weekend warriors, gym regulars, and active people who simply want to recover well and avoid the tightness that comes from staying on the move. Even those who don't consider themselves "athletes" but keep physically active — whether through fitness classes, long walks, or demanding work — often find that a sports massage helps them feel looser, more mobile, and more resilient. If movement is a meaningful part of your life, this treatment is designed with you in mind.

Why Choose Body Dealing for Sports Massage

What sets Body Dealing apart is the knowledge and personal attention behind every session. Ana Suriel is a licensed massage therapist and the owner of Body Dealing, trained at the New York College of Health Professions in both Eastern and Western techniques, with focused study in sports and deep tissue massage. That background gives her a recognized, well-rounded understanding of how active bodies work — and what they need to recover and perform.



Just as important, Ana believes in educating her clients rather than simply working on them. She'll help you understand where your tension is coming from, how your training may be affecting specific muscle groups, and how to care for your body between sessions. Her sports massage work is targeted and purposeful, always shaped around your goals and guided by your feedback.

How the Benefits of Sports Massage Carry Into Your Routine

The value of a sports massage extends well beyond the table. As tension releases and circulation improves, many people notice they move more freely, recover more comfortably between sessions, and feel more prepared for their next workout or event. Because Ana takes time to explain how your activity affects your muscles, you also leave with practical awareness of how to support your body — from smarter recovery habits to a better sense of when tightness is building. Woven into a consistent routine, sports massage can help you stay looser, move better, and keep doing what you love with fewer setbacks.

What Is the Difference Between a Sports Massage and a Deep Tissue Massage?

Sports massage and deep tissue massage overlap, but they're built around different goals. A deep tissue massage focuses on relieving chronic tension and lasting pain, using slow, deliberate strokes and firm, concentrated pressure to work through knots and adhesions deep in the muscle — it's often the right choice for stubborn, long-standing tightness or everyday aches. A sports massage, on the other hand, is oriented around active bodies and movement. It draws on more dynamic techniques like compression, assisted stretching, and cross-fiber friction to address the specific muscles stressed by repetitive activity, support recovery, and help maintain performance. Put simply, deep tissue is about releasing deep, persistent tension, while sports massage is about keeping an active body moving well. At Body Dealing, Ana offers both, and she can help you decide which is the better fit based on your body, your lifestyle, and your goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How long is a sports massage session?

    At Body Dealing, sports massage sessions are offered in 30-, 60-, and 90-minute lengths, so you can match your session to your needs and your training. A 30-minute session is ideal when you want to focus on a single overworked area, like tight calves or shoulders, or need a quick tune-up around a busy schedule. A 60-minute sports massage gives enough time to address multiple muscle groups and is a popular choice for overall recovery. If you're deep in a training block or carrying widespread tension, a 90-minute session allows Ana to work thoroughly without rushing. She's always happy to help you choose the right length based on your activity level and how your body is feeling.

  • Should I get a sports massage before or after an event?

    Both can be valuable, and the best timing depends on your goals. A session before an event is often lighter and geared toward helping your muscles feel loose, warm, and prepared, while a session afterward tends to focus on recovery, easing the tightness and fatigue that follow hard effort. Many active people also schedule regular sports massage during training rather than only around events, to manage tension as it builds. If you have a specific competition or milestone coming up, let Ana know so she can tailor the timing and approach of your sessions to support you rather than leave you feeling worked over right before you perform.

  • Will a sports massage help with muscle soreness?

    A sports massage can be a helpful way to manage the muscle tightness and general soreness that come with an active routine. By working on overused muscle groups and encouraging circulation, it can support your body's natural recovery and help you feel looser and more comfortable between workouts. It's normal to feel mild tenderness for a day or so after deeper work, much like after exercise, which usually eases with hydration and rest. That said, sports massage supports recovery rather than replacing it — good sleep, proper nutrition, and appropriate rest all remain essential. If soreness is sharp, persistent, or tied to a possible injury, it's best to check with your doctor.

  • Do I have to be an athlete to get a sports massage?

    Not at all. While sports massage is popular among runners, lifters, and competitive athletes, it's just as beneficial for anyone who leads an active life. Gym-goers, fitness-class regulars, weekend hikers, and people whose work keeps them physically busy can all benefit from bodywork designed to ease the tension that repetitive movement creates. The techniques used in a sports massage are simply well suited to active muscles, regardless of whether you're training for anything specific. If movement is part of your life and you want to recover well and feel your best, a sports massage is a great fit — no competition required.

  • How often should I get a sports massage?

    How often you should get a sports massage depends on how active you are and what you're working toward. People in heavy training or preparing for an event may benefit from more frequent sessions to stay ahead of tension and support recovery, while those maintaining a steady, moderate routine often find a monthly session works well. If you're managing recurring tightness in specific areas, a more regular cadence at first can help you make progress. Because Ana takes time to understand your activity level and goals during each visit, she can offer personalized guidance on a rhythm that keeps you moving well — without locking you into a rigid schedule.

Book Your Sports Massage Today

Your body works hard — give it the recovery it deserves. Whether you're training toward a goal or simply staying active, Ana Suriel is ready to help you move better and feel your best. Reach out to book your sports massage at Body Dealing.


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I left my first session feeling lighter than I have in years. Ana took the time to understand exactly where I was holding tension and built the whole treatment around it. I've never had bodywork feel this personal or this restorative.


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Chronic shoulder pain had me tightening up for months, and nothing seemed to stick. After a few sessions of myofascial work, I finally have my range of motion back. Ana explains what she's doing and why — I actually understand my own body now.


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