Struggling with sore muscles and fatigue after your workout and looking for relief from the tension and pain?  Today, Terre Verdi will help explain one quick and easy step you can add to your routine that will aid muscle recovery – a body oil!

Can Natural Body Oil Relieve Muscle Pain?

Body oil has a place in every skincare routine, but did you know it also can be an athlete’s best friend after finishing a tough practice, gym session, or sporting event?  With the right formula and technique, body oil can actually stimulate heat and pressure through a gentle massage, and this is key to relieving muscle aches and pains.

During exercise, your muscles develop microtears from the strenuous movement and activity.  This leads to inflammation afterwards, and this is the main cause of soreness after a workout.  While this is a sign of a successful workout as your body can build back even stronger, it does mean living in some discomfort. Luckily, even this temporary pain can be reduced with one simple step…

By introducing a short massage to the muscles that were involved in your exercise, you can ease the fatigue and boost recovery.  That’s because gently rubbing these areas increases blood flow which produces oxygen, and this in turn repairs damaged tissue.  A post workout massage can also aid in improved muscle elasticity and can ease inflammation, both of which will help you feel better after long periods of activity.

A massage is one of the best ways to help post workout muscle recovery, and this is where natural body oil comes in.  While you can rub your arms, legs, back, or torso without any lubricant, an oil makes the experience much smoother and allows for deep tissue stimulation.  Plus, with the right formula, essential oils can provide even more benefits for your body!

Which Natural Body Oil Is Best For Muscle Recovery?

There are so many options available to you, but some essential oils are better than others when it comes to post workout muscle recovery.  For example, black pepper has a warming effect that can help relax tense areas, whereas eucalyptus provides powerful anti-inflammatory properties.  Knowing which natural essential oils can assist your healing and comfort can make a big difference.

That’s why we put our expert knowledge to work and crafted a body oil that is perfectly suited for fitness routines, skincare rituals, and massage practices.  Terre Verdi created the Yoga & Sports Body Oil with athletes and those suffering from arthritis and joint issues in mind.

Made with organic carrier oils that are gentle on the skin and provide a smooth glide when applying, our treatment contains a range of anti-inflammatory and regenerative botanicals that are perfect for aiding muscle recovery and nurturing stressed and sweaty skin. 

We have combined the benefits of black pepper and eucalyptus with the stimulating and warming effects of ginger root so your body can be free of fatigue.  Plus, it smells incredible and you get aromatherapeutic properties to uplift your mind!  It’s the ideal way to wrap up any exercise.

When it comes to fitness, we put a lot of effort into our workouts, our gear, and our diet, so why not also pay closer attention to recovery?  A gentle massage is the perfect way to soothe aches and pains, and a natural body oil will help make the experience smoother while also nourishing your skin inside and out.

Do you already incorporate a massage into your exercise routine?  We’d love to hear how it helps ease tension, fatigue, and soreness!