Sports Recovery
Massage.
Focused care for tight muscles, tired legs and bodies that work hard. Your pressure. Your priorities. Time to unwind.
We recommend 90 or 120 minutes
More time for focused work and full-body relaxation.
Choose a date and time next.
Prices exclude gratuity and optional enhancements.
One Focused Plan for Connected Muscle Tension.
Sports Recovery Massage in Palo Alto is not limited to athletes. It is a personalized session for everyday muscle tension, soreness, stiffness and post-activity fatigue. We begin with your main concern, then work connected areas that may feel overused from training, sitting, driving, standing or physical work.
Pressure can be firm or moderate and is adjusted to your comfort. The goal is to help relieve muscle tension, support relaxation and help the body feel more comfortable—not to diagnose or treat a medical condition.
- Tired legs, calves, hips or glutes after activity
- Shoulder, upper-back or lower-back fatigue
- Screen fatigue and tightness from long computer or phone use
- Stiff-feeling muscles after repetitive work or travel
For Active Bodies and Demanding Days.
Choose this service when several daily habits or activities leave the muscles feeling tight, sore, heavy or tired.
Executives & Office Workers
For neck, shoulders, hips and backs affected by meetings, laptops and long hours of sitting.
Computer & Phone Use
For screen fatigue, rounded-shoulder tension and stiff-feeling upper-back muscles.
Frequent Drivers
For hips, lower back, shoulders and legs that feel tired after sustained driving positions.
Standing & Physical Work
For tired feet, calves, legs, shoulders and back after service work, lifting or long shifts.
Sports & Exercise
For post-activity soreness and muscle tightness after running, lifting, cycling, golf or hiking.
Stress & Low-Energy Weeks
For full-body fatigue when stress or insufficient sleep makes the muscles feel tense and heavy.
A Clear, Comfortable Recovery Session.
You do not need to know muscle names or massage techniques. Tell us where you feel tight, sore or tired and how much pressure you prefer.
Choose Your Main Focus
Point to the main area and describe what activity or daily habit leaves it feeling overworked.
We Follow Connected Areas
Your therapist works the main area and related muscle groups with pressure adjusted to your feedback.
Add a Technique if It Fits
Back Walking, stretching or a focused enhancement can be included when appropriate and comfortable.
Back Walking (Ashiatsu)
Focus on Lower Back
Broad, controlled foot pressure focuses on lower back muscle tension and back muscle soreness. Your session can also include the hips, glutes, legs, calves and sore feet.
These areas work together during standing, walking and exercise. We consider the lower body as a whole, combining Back Walking with hands-on massage suited to each area and your comfort.
Lower Back & Back Muscle Pain
Attention to muscular tightness around the waist and lower back.
Hip & Glute Pain
Focused work for tight hips and sore glute muscles.
Leg Pain & Calf Tightness
Massage for everyday muscle soreness in the thighs, legs and calves.
Foot Pain & Sore Feet
Hands-on foot massage for tired feet after standing or walking.
Back Walking is used only when it suits your body, comfort and session goals. Your therapist will confirm with you first.
Book Sports RecoveryChoose Only What Fits Your Session.
Enhancements are optional and personalized. Mention your preference when booking or ask your therapist which option fits your focus area.
Back Walking
Lower-back-focused pressure for muscular tightness, with hips, glutes and legs considered as part of a connected lower-body session.
Hot Stone or Herbal Recovery Oil
Choose soothing warmth or a targeted oil enhancement for a more comfortable recovery session.
Trigger Point Focus
Slow, concentrated pressure around one muscular area that needs more focused attention.
Gua Sha
Tool-assisted strokes over selected surface areas of muscle tightness.
IASTM Muscle Recovery
A specialized fascia tool used with controlled strokes for one focused area. Available for one person.
Thai Stretching
Assisted movement for stiff-feeling hips, legs and connected full-body tightness.
Enhancements are wellness services and are not medical treatment. Availability may depend on the therapist and your comfort.
Choose Your Sports Recovery Session.
We recommend 90 minutes for focused work with time to relax, or 120 minutes for an unhurried full-body session. Choose 60 minutes when you want to concentrate on one main area.
Focused Recovery
Best for one main area, such as the legs, hips, shoulders, upper back or lower back.
Book 60 MinutesTwo Focus Areas
A natural choice for two connected focus areas, or focused muscle work plus full-body relaxation.
Book 90 MinutesComplete Recovery
Best for several focus areas with enough time for an unhurried, complete full-body massage.
Book 120 MinutesSports Recovery Massage FAQs.
Is sports recovery massage only for athletes?
No. It can also suit executives, desk workers, frequent drivers, people who stand or do physical work, and anyone experiencing everyday muscle tightness or fatigue.
How much pressure is used?
Pressure is customized to your preference and adjusted throughout the session. Strong pressure is available, but comfort and clear feedback remain the priority.
Is Back Walking always included?
Back Walking may be included when it suits your comfort, body and session goals. Your therapist will confirm with you first.
Can my session focus on lower back, hip, leg or foot discomfort?
Yes. Tell your therapist about lower back pain, back muscle soreness, hip or glute pain, leg pain or sore feet. Your session can address muscular tightness across these connected lower-body areas, combining Back Walking with hands-on massage where appropriate. Pressure and techniques are adapted to each area and your comfort. Massage is wellness care, not medical diagnosis or injury treatment.
How long should I book?
Choose 60 minutes for one main area, 90 minutes for two focus areas or focused work plus full-body relaxation, and 120 minutes for several focus areas with a complete full-body massage.
Can I add IASTM, Gua Sha or Trigger Point focus?
Yes, when the technique suits your focus area and the therapist is available. Ask before or during the session so the work can be integrated comfortably.
Does sports recovery massage treat an injury?
No. Massage at Avy Spa is wellness care for muscle tension, relaxation and comfort; it is not medical diagnosis or treatment. Seek medical guidance for a new serious injury, worsening symptoms or unexplained severe pain.
More Ways to Personalize Your Massage.
Tell Us What Feels Tight, Sore or Tired.
Choose your session length and your therapist will personalize the focus, pressure and techniques around your comfort.
3783 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306 · (650) 855-2833Free parking behind the building.
After parking, please walk around to the main entrance on El Camino Real.
Please arrive 5 minutes early.