Sports Massage Therapy and Why Athletes are using RLT (Red Light Therapy)
Colorado Springs is a hub for Olympic hopefuls, military professionals, and outdoor fitness enthusiasts. If you’re part of this active community—running along Garden of the Gods, cycling through Red Rock Canyon, or training hard at altitude—then you already know that recovery is just as important as performance.
But are you using sports massage therapy to your full advantage?
Whether you’re pushing through high-intensity workouts or training for your next competition, sports massage combined with red light therapy (RLT) might be the missing link in your recovery routine.
How Sports Massage Therapy Supports Athletic Performance
Sports massage therapy isn’t just a luxury—it’s a strategic tool for serious athletes. It targets overused and stressed muscles, reduces recovery time, and helps prevent injuries before they start. Benefits include:
Reduced muscle soreness and inflammation
Improved flexibility and range of motion
Faster healing of sprains, strains, and microtears
Enhanced blood flow to deliver nutrients to muscles
Lower cortisol levels and improved mood
By increasing circulation and easing muscle tension, this therapy helps athletes recover faster, move better, and perform longer—without constant setbacks.
Add Red Light Therapy For Next Level Recovery
When paired with sports massage therapy, Red Light Therapy (RLT) takes recovery to new heights. RLT uses low-wavelength red light to support the body’s natural healing processes at a cellular level.
Athletes benefit from:
Reduced muscle fatigue and soreness
Accelerated tissue repair and muscle recovery
Less inflammation and oxidative stress
Enhanced strength and endurance over time
Pain relief in joints and soft tissue
Think of RLT as the “recovery amplifier” for your massage—helping your body repair, rebuild, and get ready for more.
Book Your Red Light Therapy Session
You train hard—your recovery should work just as hard. At Inspire Movements Massage Therapy in Colorado Springs, we specialize in sports massage therapy, enhanced with optional red light therapy to help athletes reach their full potential.
Whether you’re prepping for a marathon, recovering from a race, or simply trying to stay injury-free, we’ve got you covered.
