Is It OK to Get a Massage If You're ~Really~ Sore? - Shape Magazine

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Your body aches, your muscles are tight and swollen, and you're in desperate need of a release. Deep tissue massage comes to mind, but is it safe to get one while you're still super sore? Or will that pressure make your tender muscles feel worse?

The short answer: Go for it. "Just like foam rolling,...

Is It OK to Get a Massage If You're ~Really~ Sore? - Shape Magazine