If you’re used to giving everything during your workouts, you’re probably no stranger to muscle soreness! Good news — today we’re sharing a natural and easy way to help reduce soreness, muscle tension and cramps after exercise. Introducing our post-workout relaxing treatment: an essential oil massage blend that does all the work for you!
Why massage after exercise?
Massaging after a workout stimulates blood circulation and supports venous return — and it simply feels wonderful. It’s the perfect way to unwind and truly finish taking care of your body.
With the added power of essential oils, this moment becomes a genuine post-workout relaxing treatment. The result? Say goodbye to soreness, cramps and painful muscle tension!
Our post-workout relaxing treatment recipe
This recipe takes just 2 minutes to prepare, using a carrier oil and essential oils — organic if possible. Keeping it natural, ladies!
Ingredients:
You will need:
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100 ml of neutral carrier oil (grapeseed, wheatgerm, sweet almond, etc.)
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5 drops of Scots pine essential oil
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10 drops of eucalyptus essential oil
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10 drops of camphor rosemary essential oil
Method:
Pour everything into a small glass bottle, then shake vigorously to blend well.
To apply, start witha warm shower to begin relaxing your body. Then, using your oil blend, massage your arms, thighs and calves.Massage from the extremities towards the heart, applying gentle pressure for a deeper massage. And above all,let the scent wash over you — the perfect finishing touch to your relaxation ritual!