We all know how rejuvenating a massage can be, but have you ever wondered if extending your session to 110 minutes would make a difference? (Spoiler alert: it absolutely does! )
While a 60-minute or even 90-minute massage is fantastic, a more extended session takes the experience to the next level, offering more time for deep relaxation and comprehensive treatment for your body and mind. Let’s explore why a more extended massage might be just what you need.
More Time – More Benefits
The most significant advantage is the extra time it provides. This lets your therapist focus more thoroughly on problem areas and offer a complete, full-body treatment. If you’ve ever felt like your session ended when you were genuinely starting to relax, this is where the more extended massage really stands out.
More Effective Pain Relief & Muscle Work
For those seeking deep tissue or therapeutic massage, longer sessions allow the therapist to gradually work deeper into muscles without causing discomfort. With additional time, muscles can be warmed up properly; adhesions can be worked on with greater precision, and chronic tension can be released more effectively. This makes longer sessions ideal for individuals with persistent pain, injuries, or postural imbalances.
Full-Body Experience
A 60-minute massage often requires prioritising certain areas, meaning your therapist might not have enough time to address the whole body thoroughly. With 90 or 120 minutes, there is ample time to cover every body part without rushing, ensuring that all tension points are adequately attended to. This results in a truly balanced and complete massage experience.
Mental and Emotional Unwinding
Massages aren’t just about physical relaxation. They also help reset your mind. A two-hour session allows your brain to switch off and truly unwind. After about 60 minutes, your body enters a deep state of relaxation, and the extended time will enable you to sink into that feeling of calm fully.
Deeper Relaxation
It takes time for the body to fully transition from the stressed “fight or flight” state to the relaxed “rest and digest” mode. In a more extended session, your body has more time to settle into a deeply relaxed state, allowing for a more profound healing experience. Clients often report feeling more grounded, present, and refreshed after extended sessions compared to shorter ones.
Emotional Balance
Massage isn’t just about the body. It’s also a powerful tool for mental well-being. Longer massages provide a more immersive, meditative experience where clients can fully let go of stress, anxiety, and emotional tension. At our studio, we enhance this by concluding each session with guided breathwork, helping clients reconnect with their bodies and leave feeling truly refreshed.
Physiological Benefits of a Longer Massage
Beyond how amazing it feels, a 110 or 120-minute massage offers some powerful health benefits:
Improved Circulation
More time on the massage table means better blood flow, which helps your muscles recover faster and gives you an overall feeling of refreshment.
Increased Endorphin Release
A more extended session encourages your body to release more endorphins, the feel-good chemicals that reduce pain and boost your mood.
Enhanced Lymphatic Drainage
The extended time boosts your lymphatic system, which helps flush out toxins and support immune health. This can be especially helpful for those dealing with inflammation or fluid retention.
Greater Flexibility
A 110-minute session gives your therapist time to work on your muscles and connective tissues more thoroughly, improving your range of motion and easing stiffness.
Who Should Opt for a 110-Minute Massage?
People with Chronic Pain: If you deal with ongoing muscle tension or stiffness, the extended session allows your therapist to address these issues more thoroughly.
Those in Need of Stress Relief: When an hour isn’t enough to unwind, two hours gives you the time and space to relax fully, feeling refreshed and renewed.
Athletes and Active Individuals: A 110-minute massage helps muscle recovery and improves flexibility if you’re physically active.
Final Thoughts
If you’ve never tried a 110- or 120-minute massage, try it. The benefits go beyond just feeling good now—longer sessions provide lasting relief, deeper relaxation, and a more profound connection with your body. Our studio is dedicated to offering a premium massage experience, ensuring every session is a journey toward optimal well-being.
Book your session today and discover the difference that extra time can make!