CRM Massage

Having run my first ever City2Surf on Sunday morning, I've now had a chance for my legs to recover and to reflect on achieving this goal - it’s one I've had for many years.

I was asked these questions below and I’ve included my responses over on the blog:

• Why did you decide to do the City2Surf?�
• How did you feel before and during the run?�
• What was the toughest part?�
• How did the body hold up?�
• What was the atmosphere like?�
• What was it like crossing the finish line?�
• Anything funny or memorable?�
• Would you do it again?�
• And finally, what’s one thing you took away from the experience?

Feel free to jump over to the website (by clicking the link below) to read my answers to these questions, and you can book your next Remedial Massage Appointment online while you’re there!

https://www.crmmassage.com.au/blog

Another local business I want to shout out (and by local, I mean next door to my clinic!) is Jiji’s Rescue Cat Cafe 🐈‍⬛🐈

Yuki and her team make incredible coffees, but more importantly, she is providing a safe home for cats & kittens who have been abandoned or neglected until they find their forever homes.

Yuki has already adopted out over 100 cats!

A unique cafe experience, customers can enjoy tasty snacks and coffees in the company of these friendly rescue cats.

Why not pop in before or after your next massage appointment?

You might even fall for one of these furry felines 😻

And just like that, it's the 1st August - Pinch & a Punch 😜

So far, 2026 has been a fantastic year and I would like to thank you all for your continued trust and support 🙏

Personally it's been a year of firsts, like running a Half Marathon in May, something I never thought possible…

Next up is Sydney’s famous “City 2 Surf” - coming up next Sunday.

Heidi and I have signed up and will run together once again!

And while this hasn't happened yet - it will be my first ever attempt - it’s something I have wanted to do since I was young.

Have a great weekend & month ahead folks.

Tuesday Testimonial!

Reviews, recommendations & feedback are hugely appreciated, and super helpful for my small business.

I am very grateful for every kind word 🙏

Many clients and friends have been lucky enough to enjoy a wonderful European Summer getaway ☀️
That return flight however can be a lot on your body…

The time changes, the cramped conditions, the dehydration and the lack of movement, puts our bodies under stress, and it can take a bit to get the circulation and lymph moving around the body again.

These tips are worth remembering if you’re heading on a long haul trip...

Deep diaphragmatic breathing is also one of the best natural "pumps" for the lymphatic system.
Taking 5–10 slow belly breaths every hour or so during the flight can help stimulate lymph flow through the thoracic duct.

And of course remedial massage before but especially after can assist your body return to it’s optimal state fast.
Happy travels folks ✈️

Are You Listening to your body’s whispers?
Sometimes, your body speaks in subtle ways, sending gentle reminders that it needs care and attention.
At CRM Massage I’ve learned to recognise these important signals and know they shouldn't be ignored.
Are you ready to answer your body's call for healing?
Book your remedial massage appt. by visiting the website, and start your journey back to balance:
www.crmmassage.com.au

Local Businesses I’m loving….

As a small business, I rely on word of mouth and personal recommendations.
Here are a couple of my own local favourites - two businesses I love and regularly visit.

On a Friday night we love to wander up to the Naremburn shops and grab a table at
Flat Rock Brew to have either some Fish & Chips or just a couple of drinks.

They brew their own beer, but have cider, gin and wine on offer too.

There is usually live entertainment on Friday and Saturday nights, so it's very lively and such a great vibe to start the weekend. Plus, it’s dog friendly!

And our favourite local Sunday morning cafe is EatNChill in Naremburn - which is where we are in this pic!

A Wholefood Cafe, they serve fabulously tasty food, there’s great service and strong coffee!

It’s also within walking distance from our house, so a wonderful way to start our Sunday morning walk with Ernie 🐾 🐾

Feel free to comment with your own favourite local businesses 🌟

Using a heat pack during Winter can be a simple and effective way to support your body, particularly if you're dealing with muscle tension, stiffness, or the effects of this colder weather.

It feels like Winter may have finally arrived here in Sydney…🥶

Dry needling is a treatment technique used by trained practitioners to target tight, sensitive areas within muscles, often referred to as trigger points. It can be a valuable addition to a remedial massage treatment plan.

In my latest Newsletter to clients, I outlined a Patient Story where my initial massage treatment plan wasn’t getting the required, long term relief.

Having reassessed and consulted with my patient, we agreed on a course of Dry Needling.

She found immediate relief after the treatment, however we needed to reassess after a week to ensure the relief she felt was ongoing.

The following week when my patient returned to the clinic, she was very positive.

After months of pain and tightness, she finally had some continued relief. I can continue with this strategy, and coupled with ongoing maintenance my patient should have a full resolution.

There are many reasons why I love my job but at the heart it is obviously helping to relieve people of their pain and discomfort.
While it may seem to some that massage is just a benign combination of strokes, pressure and maybe some stretching, for me there is a lot more to it, and it begins with some detective work 🕵️‍♀️
Each new treatment begins with a focus on creating a clear treatment path to alleviate the presenting symptoms.
I’ve outlined here the steps I take and the process I go through in determining what the treatment plan should be in order to best help a new client.
If you have friends or family looking for a Remedial Massage Therapist who really cares, then please share this post with them 💝