WELCOME
Welcome to NG Sports Massage, I’m Nichola, a passionate female sports massage therapist and fellow runner. Based in Ballyclare, Northern Ireland, I understand the impact of injuries on runners and how massage can help alleviate job-related aches and strains My studio, conveniently located beside my home, offers a friendly and professional environment your recovery needs.
So who can benefit from sports massage
Sports massage isn’t just for athletes — it’s for anyone who wants to move better, feel better, and stay pain-free. Whether you run marathons, walk the dog, sit at a desk all day, or simply feel more aches than you used to, sports massage can help.
Here are some of the people who benefit the most:
Runners & Walkers
Perfect for tight calves, hamstrings, hip issues and overuse injuries.
Helps improve performance, reduce stiffness, and prevent recurring niggles.
Desk Workers & Drivers
If you spend long hours sitting, working at a computer, or driving, sports massage can ease:
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Neck tension
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Shoulder tightness
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Lower back pain
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Poor posture discomfort
It helps restore your range of motion and reduce day-to-day aches.
Gym-Goers & Active People
Ideal for:
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Muscle soreness
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Injury prevention
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Recovery between sessions
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Improved mobility and flexibility
Regular sessions support better training and fewer setbacks.
Mature Clients / 40+
As we get older, stiffness and reduced mobility become more common.
Sports massage can help with:
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Joint stiffness
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Reduced flexibility
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Muscle tightness
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General aches and pains
It keeps you moving comfortably and confidently.
People With Chronic Tension or Stress
Muscle tension builds up over time, especially when life is busy.
Sports massage helps:
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Lower stress
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Improve sleep
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Release tight muscles
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Calm the nervous system
Your body feels lighter, looser, and more relaxed.
Those Recovering From Injury
Whether it’s an old injury or a recent strain, sports massage supports healing by:
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Improving circulation
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Reducing scar tissue
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Restoring normal movement
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Helping prevent re-injury
It’s a perfect complement to physiotherapy, training, or self-care.
In simple terms…
Sports massage is for anyone with a body that moves — or wants to move better.
You don’t have to be sporty.
You don’t have to be flexible.
You don’t have to be pain-free.
If you’re stiff, sore, tight, stressed, or struggling with mobility, you can benefit.
