Massage Timing Before or After Workout: Best Practices
Massage Timing Before or After Workout and Chiropractic Pairing for Mobility and Wellness at El Paso Personal Injury Doctors Group

Keeping up with workouts builds strength and keeps you feeling great. But tight muscles or everyday strains can slow you down. A professional massage makes a big difference. Before exercising, a light massage boosts blood flow and eases movement. After, it reduces soreness and promotes relaxation. Skip deep tissue right before workouts—it can temporarily lower muscle strength.
At El Paso Personal Injury Doctors Group, combining massage with chiropractic care enhances results. Chiropractors adjust the spine and joints to improve mobility, flexibility, and overall wellness. This team approach from chiropractors, nurse practitioners, and therapists delivers lasting relief. This article covers massage timing for workouts, benefits, and how to start at El Paso Personal Injury Doctors Group in El Paso, TX. Learn from Dr. Alex Jimenez’s integrated methods for active, healthy living.
Massage: Your Ally for Active Days
Massage therapy applies gentle pressure to muscles for better comfort and function. It’s ideal for walkers, runners, gym enthusiasts, or anyone staying fit. Workouts tighten muscles, and massage improves circulation to deliver oxygen and clear waste for faster recovery (Northwich Foot Clinic, n.d.). Studies show up to 30% less soreness after sessions (Verywell Fit, 2023).
Options include Swedish for relaxation, sports massage for targeted support, or deep tissue for deeper relief—best on off days. Research confirms improved range of motion and reduced stiffness (PureGym, n.d.). In El Paso, timing massages right keeps your routine smooth and pain-free.
Pre-Workout Massage: Prep for Peak Performance
A quick massage before exercise effectively warms muscles. It increases blood flow for more oxygen, helping you lift, run, or stretch stronger (One Peloton, n.d.). This cuts strain risks during activity.
It also enhances flexibility. Light rubbing loosens the back, hips, or legs for fluid motion (Marathon Handbook, n.d.). Mentally, it lowers stress for sharp focus (Northwich Foot Clinic, n.d.). Limit the duration of soft strokes to 10-15 minutes. Evidence supports wider motion and less tightness (PureGym, n.d.).
Perfect if you want to start energized. El Paso runners or lifters swear by it for daily training.
Schedule a Pre-Workout Massage at El Paso Personal Injury Doctors Group
El Paso Personal Injury Doctors Group makes it easy. Call 915-850-0900 or visit their site. Licensed therapists tailor light sessions for workout prep on areas like legs or back.
30-minute treatments cost $50-$80. Relax on the table with soothing oils. Hydrate post-session, then exercise. Note any tight spots for safe focus. Multiple locations fit your schedule.
Post-Workout Massage: Recover Strong and Relaxed
After workouts, a massage accelerates healing. It removes muscle waste, easing next-day soreness (Verywell Fit, 2023). Research shows reduced pain and faster strength return (Marathon Handbook, n.d.).
It calms the nervous system for better sleep and less tension (One Peloton, n.d.). Swedish techniques with flowing strokes work best (Verywell Fit, 2023). The time is 24-48 hours after intense sessions (Prime Massage Chairs, n.d.). Breaks up scar tissue for smoother rehab (Thai Kosai, n.d.).
Great for post-cardio or weights—feel refreshed quicker.
Book Post-Workout Care at El Paso Personal Injury Doctors Group
The group’s recovery experts await. Schedule via phone or online, detailing your session and sore areas. 45-60 minute therapies run $60-$100.
Breathe deeply as they ease tightness. Drink water after and rest easy. Their integrated team ensures optimal wellness.
Avoid Deep Tissue Pre-Exercise
Deep tissue targets knots but can briefly weaken muscles (Delta VAC, 2025). It may also slow reactions and power (Marathon Handbook, n.d.). Reserve for rest days; wait 24 hours before strength work (Delta VAC, 2025).
Opt for a gentle pre-workout. Adjust if you feel fatigued.
Choose Timing to Match Your Goals
Want prep and flexibility? Pre-massage. Soreness relief? Post. Many alternate weekly (Quora, n.d.). Runners loosen pre-race; strength trainers recover post (Thai Kosai, n.d.). Find your fit.
Chiropractic: Enhance Mobility and Wellness
The chiropractors at the El Paso Personal Injury Doctors Group realign the spine and joints for fluid movement. This boosts flexibility, reduces discomfort, and supports daily wellness (Neu Life Chiropractic, n.d.). Twenty percent of active adults benefit from care for back or joint issues (Islip Chiropractic, n.d.).
Increases blood flow for natural healing (Hanson Chiropractic, n.d.). Addresses root causes for sustained fitness.
Massage + Chiropractic: Integrated Wellness Power
Massage relaxes tissues; chiropractic restores alignment. Combined, they optimize circulation, ease aches, and expand motion (Maverick Chiropractic, n.d.). Massage before eases adjustments; massage after maintains them (The Joint, 2025).
Massage accelerates recovery, prevents strains, and elevates performance (ChiroSports USA, n.d.). Studies confirm quicker relief and better range (Yoder Chiropractic Center, n.d.). Ideal for El Paso’s vibrant lifestyles.
Dr. Alex Jimenez’s Functional Approach at El Paso Personal Injury Doctors Group
Dr. Alex Jimenez, DC, APRN, FNP-BC, heads the group with 30+ years in chiropractic and nurse practice (Jimenez, n.d.a). His team—chiropractors, nutritionists, and therapists—focuses on mobility, flexibility, and total wellness.
He connects muscle, joint, and nerve function. Dual assessments—adjustments plus nutrition scans—uncover factors like diet or stress (Jimenez, n.d.b). Non-invasive: decompression, acupuncture, and agility training.
The team provides massage preparations, adjustments, and alignment for strains from workouts. Functional medicine adds nutrition for inflammation control. Advanced tools diagnose precisely.
Team handles full care plans. Patients gain energy, better sleep, and less discomfort through personalized protocols.
Clinical Insights from Dr. Jimenez’s Practice
Dr. Jimenez observes workout links: overtraining strains the core and, if unaddressed, impacts mobility. Integrated diagnosis uses exams and functional tests for a full picture, like imbalances in form.
Treatments include massage-chiropractic sequences, strength exercises, and vagus nerve support for calm (El Paso Personal Injury Doctors Group, n.d.). Swimming or runner-specific care builds resilience.
This holistic method shortens recovery and empowers functional living in El Paso.
Build Your Wellness Routine
Weekly massages, bi-monthly chiropractic. Track progress: more energy? Less tightness? The group’s coaches customize with nutrition and agility drills.
Contact 915-850-0900 for plans. Virtual coaching is available.
Conclusion
Time massages wisely: pre for readiness, post for renewal. Avoid deep pre-workout. El Paso Personal Injury Doctors Group’s chiropractic integration delivers mobility and wellness. Dr. Jimenez’s methods keep you thriving. Start today for active, pain-free days.
References
ChiroSports USA. (n.d.). Can you combine massage therapy and chiropractic care in Union City, CA? https://www.chirosportsusa.com/blog/posts/can-you-combine-massage-therapy-and-chiropractic-care
Delta VAC. (2025, January 21). Can I do strength training after a massage? https://deltavac.com/2025/01/21/can-i-do-strength-training-after-a-massage/
El Paso Personal Injury Doctors Group. (n.d.). Contact insert post. https://www.elpasobackclinic.com/contact-insert-post-el-pasos-personal-injury-doctors-915-850-0900/
Hanson Chiropractic. (n.d.). Benefits of massage and chiropractic together. https://hansonchiropractic.net/benefits-of-massage-and-chiropractic-together/
Islip Chiropractic. (n.d.). Guide to the powerful combo of massage and chiropractic care. https://www.islipchiropractic.com/post/guide-to-the-powerful-combo-of-massage-and-chiropractic-care
Jimenez, A. (n.d.a). Injury specialists. https://dralexjimenez.com/
Jimenez, A. (n.d.b). Dr. Alexander Jimenez, DC, APRN, FNP-BC, IFMCP, CFMP, ATN ?. https://www.linkedin.com/in/dralexjimenez/
Marathon Handbook. (n.d.). Should you get a massage before or after a workout? Which is best? https://marathonhandbook.com/massage-before-or-after-a-workout/
Maverick Chiropractic. (n.d.). Power of combining therapeutic massage with chiropractic care. https://maverickchiros.com/power-of-combining-therapeutic-massage-with-chiropractic-care/
Neu Life Chiropractic. (n.d.). Unlocking wellness: The role of massage therapy in chiropractic care. https://neulifechiro.com/role-of-massage-therapy-in-chiropractic-care/
Northwich Foot Clinic. (n.d.). Should I get a sports massage before or after a workout? https://northwichfootclinic.co.uk/sports-massage-before-after-workout/
One Peloton. (n.d.). Should you get a massage before or after a workout? https://www.onepeloton.com/blog/massage-before-or-after-workout
Prime Massage Chairs. (n.d.). Should I workout before or after massage? What you need to know! https://www.primemassagechairs.com/blogs/news/should-i-workout-before-or-after-massage
PureGym. (n.d.). Is it best to get a massage before or after a workout? https://www.puregym.com/blog/is-it-best-to-get-a-massage-before-or-after-a-workout/
Quora. (n.d.). Is it better to get a massage before or after a workout? https://www.quora.com/Is-it-better-to-get-a-massage-before-or-after-a-workout
Thai Kosai. (n.d.). Massage for marathon preparation. https://www.thai-kosai.com/massage-blog/massage-marathon-prep/
The Joint. (2025, August 5). Is it good to combine massage therapy with chiropractic adjustments? https://www.thejoint.com/2025/08/05/chiropractic-care-and-massage-therapy
Verywell Fit. (2023). How to use massage for post-workout recovery. https://www.verywellfit.com/massage-after-exercise-may-speed-muscle-recovery-3436572
Yoder Chiropractic Center. (n.d.). How does professional chiropractic care complement massage therapy for optimal results? https://www.yoderchiropracticcenter.com/blog/how-does-professional-chiropractic-care-complement-massage-therapy-for-optimal-results/
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