Clutching that medal is one of the best feelings in the world. Clutching that hamstring in agony? Not so much. Prevention is always better than cure my mother says and, for once, I totally agree with her. My muscle tightness was identified and treated last week by my therapist meaning I practically flew over the harbour bridge yesterday. The hair was a bird's nest, my face in a grimace and the sweat plastered across my forehead but I leapt over that finish line with the grace of a (slightly sunburnt) gazelle.

Grab a 60-minute deep tissue sports massage for just $45. 

Massage on Request specialise in sports massage, therapeutic massage and neuromuscular therapy. Their team of experienced massage therapists are registered with Massage NZ and specialise in sports massage and treatment, helping athletes who are training for any event such as marathons, rugby, triathlons, mountain biking and swimming to simply work related issues such as sore shoulders and stiff necks. Sports massage can be used in the treatment of specific injuries, such as hamstring strains, as well as to help correct muscle imbalances, overuse and postural issues. Correcting these issues prevent future injuries and improve the efficiency of our muscles to enhance our performance.