Gearing Up for the Great North Run 2025?
Here’s Why Sports Massage Should Be Part of Your Plan
Whether it’s your first Great North Run or your tenth, preparing for 13.1 miles is no small feat. Your training will test your endurance, discipline, and mental strength—and your body will most definitely feel it. That’s where sports massage comes in, offering essential support before and after race day to help you perform at your best and recover quickly.
As experienced sports massage therapists, we (Tony Dunn and Kate Disley) have worked with hundreds of runners—many of them training for events just like the GNR. Here’s how a well-timed sports massage can make a real difference on your journey to the finish line.
Pre-Event Sports Massage: Prime Your Body for Race Day
In the final 24–48 hours before race day, a pre-event massage is all about preparing your muscles and mind for optimal performance.
It’s not a deep-tissue treatment—it’s a focused, energising session that helps:
- Increase circulation and muscle warmth
- Improve flexibility and reduce tightness
- Minimise the risk of injury
- Promote mental clarity and reduce pre-race nerves
Think of it as a physical and mental tune-up, helping you step up to the start line feeling fresh, loose, and ready to run.
Post-Event Sports Massage: Speed Up Recovery
After you’ve crossed that iconic South Shields finish line, your legs will have earned some serious TLC. A post-event massage helps your body bounce back by:
- Reducing muscle soreness (DOMS)
- Easing tight spots and inflammation
- Accelerating tissue repair and recovery
- Promoting relaxation and reducing fatigue
Many runners are surprised how much faster they recover—and how much better they feel in the days after—just from one good post-race massage.
Why Work With Us?
We’re Tony Dunn and Kate Disley, qualified sports rehab therapists who work with runners of all levels across the North East. From training niggles to pre-race prep and post-run recovery, we tailor every session to your needs and your goals for the Great North Run 2025.
Whether you’re aiming for a PB or simply want to enjoy the day and finish strong, we’re here to support your journey.
Book Early – GNR Slots Fill Fast!
As race day approaches, our diaries tend to fill quickly—especially for the week leading up to the event. If you’re running the GNR and want to include massage in your plan, we recommend booking early to secure your pre and post-event sessions.
Make the most of your training. Recover faster. Run stronger.
We’re here to help you cross that finish line feeling your best.
