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If you sit at a desk most of the day and struggle with persistent back pain, your job may be playing a much bigger role than you realise. You are not lifting heavy loads. You are not playing contact sports. Yet by 5pm your lower back pain is flaring up, your shoulders feel tight, and standing up feels uncomfortable. That daily stiffness is not random. It is a predictable response to prolonged sitting, reduced movement, […]

If you suffer from lower back pain, you’re not alone. It’s one of the most common physical complaints in the UK, especially among desk workers, gym-goers, runners, and those over 40. Whether it starts as a dull ache or sharp tightness, back pain can impact your mobility, sleep, and quality of life. At SP Fitness Therapy in Reading, we’re often asked: “Does a massage really help lower back pain?” The short answer? Yes, it does

If you are searching for sports massage in Reading or trying to decide between sports massage and deep tissue massage, you are not alone. This is one of the most common questions people ask before booking a massage. While both treatments can relieve pain and muscle tension, they are designed for different purposes and suit different needs. This guide explains the real differences between sports massage vs deep tissue, how each treatment works, who they

Preparing for a marathon takes more than just long runs and energy gels. Recovery is where true progress happens — and sports massage is one of the most effective tools to keep your training consistent, pain-free, and sustainable. At SP Fitness Therapy in Reading, we work closely with local runners, including members of our own Reading-based run club, to support them through every phase of marathon prep — from the first base miles to race

Sports massage is often associated with injury treatment or rehabilitation. But at SP Fitness Therapy in Reading, we know that the benefits go far beyond injury recovery alone. With over five years of experience working with runners, gym-goers, and busy professionals, we’ve seen how regular sports massage can transform both physical performance and overall wellbeing. In this blog, we’re revealing five unexpected ways sports massage supports your body and mind — even if you’re not