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Welcome to Wednesday! Today, we're chatting about:

• The best way to recover after workouts

• Find out which massage your body needs

• Is your sleep position trying to tell you something?

• Tips for preventing workout injuries

A Quick Trick To Recover After Workouts

You finish a workout, feel proud of yourself… and then wake up the next day wondering if you pulled something. Soreness happens, especially when you’re easing back in or trying something new, but a little massage can actually help.

According to physical therapists and sports massage pros, gentle massage after a workout helps boost circulation, move fluid through your muscles, and reduce inflammation. Even 10 minutes can make a difference.

Self-massage with a foam roller, warm compress, or even tech-powered tools can do the trick. The key is gentle, consistent pressure and taking the time to check in with your body. Skip anything deep or intense right after a tough workout.

Whether it’s part of your nightly wind-down or your rest-day ritual, a massage gives your body a chance to reset and makes getting back to movement feel a little easier.

Your Body Deserves Smarter Recovery

Hard training only pays off if you recover right. That’s where Aescape comes in—the world’s first AI-powered massage experience built to help you bounce back faster, feel stronger, and stay ready for what’s next.

It scans your body, adapts in real time, and targets the areas that need it most—so your quads, back, or hamstrings get personalized attention without the guesswork. Fully clothed, solo, and on your schedule, every session delivers recovery you can actually feel.

Short on time? The 15-minute Leg Day Cool Down fits perfectly between meetings. Need a midweek breather? Try the 30-minute Upper & Mid Back Focused Relief. Want the full reset? Go all in on the 60-minute Total Back & Glutes.

If recovery is part of your routine, this might be your new secret weapon. Book your first Aescape session with code REVEL20 for 20% off.

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Thank you to Aescape for sponsoring Note To Self. 

What Your Sleep Style Might Say About You

It turns out that how we sleep may be saying more than we think. If you’ve ever found yourself curled into a tight ball, hugging a pillow, or waking up with clenched fists, experts say these postures might reflect lingering stress.

According to sleep psychologists, stress activates our fight-or-flight system, making it harder for our body to truly relax even when we’re asleep. The fetal position, face-down sleeping, or frequent tossing and turning could be unconscious ways your body is seeking safety or signaling emotional discomfort.

Small shifts can help. Try side-sleeping with good alignment, loosening a tight curl, or placing a pillow under your knees if you sleep on your back. Weighted blankets can also provide calming pressure that helps settle the nervous system. Even if stress is unavoidable, your sleep doesn’t have to suffer.

Tips to Keep Your Body Injury-Free

You don’t have to be a competitive athlete to get hurt while moving your body. Most injuries happen because of things like skipping a warmup, using the wrong gear, or pushing through fatigue. But with a few small changes, many sports and workout-related injuries are preventable.

Experts recommend alternating muscle groups, using proper form, and wearing supportive shoes, especially if you have foot issues. Stretching (the non-painful kind) can also reduce the chance of sprains and strains. And if you’re strength training, take your time and aim for full, controlled movements.

Hydration, rest, and good recovery habits matter just as much as the workout itself. And if something does hurt, don’t ignore it. Healing well now can help you stay active longer.

A Note From Us

Wellness Round-Up

Parting Thoughts

• ✅ Did You Know: Dynamic movements before a workout help activate your muscles.

• 🙋🏼‍♀️ Snapshot Of The Day: We'd love to see moments from our readers’ lives that they are proud of! If you recently accomplished an achievement, experienced a joyful moment, or are proud of a picture you have taken, be sure to capture it on camera and send it to us for a chance to be featured next week! 

• 💭 Final Self-Care Thoughts for Today: Pushing harder isn’t always the answer. Listening to your body before, during, and after movement is one of the best ways to stay strong.

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