Massage specifically designed for athletic performance and recovery.
Sports massage is tailored to the needs of athletes and physically active individuals, focusing on preventing injuries, improving performance, and accelerating recovery. Techniques include deep tissue work on stressed muscle groups, stretching, and circulatory massage. Sports massage is typically more targeted and intense than relaxation-focused modalities.
Knowing what sports massage means makes it easier to talk with a masseur before the session starts. Mention it during the intake conversation if it matters to you — a professional male massage therapist will explain how it fits the modality you booked, adjust pressure or positioning around it, and tell you honestly when a different approach suits your body better. You will find the same vocabulary used across our massage service pages, our wellness guides, and the NYC neighborhood pages, so the terms you learn here carry over to booking a real session.