Bee RelaxeD - Sports Massage Therapy

Bee RelaxeD - Sports Massage Therapy Welcome to 'Bee RelaxeD' established in 2015. Half an hour and an hour appointments are available with full consultation.

Rachel Duthie
🐝Sports & Remedial Therapist
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿Aberdeen Clinic @ R + R Fitness
✨Est. 2015
🤝 STA Registered
🥇Scotland Prestige Series Awards 2024/25
🥇Scottish Hair & Beauty Awards 2016 My name is Rachel Duthie and I am a fully qualified Remedial and Sports Massage Therapist who provides various complimentary therapies to aid any aches or pains. Massage not only provides you with the feel good factor afterwards but it also helps to release tension and breakdown those unwanted knots. We are happy to help rebuild your muscles back to normal. Looking for pure relaxation and muscle unwinding then give 'Bee RelaxeD' a call, and you can look forward to a night of blissful sleep. Sports Events are also available, when I can come to assist your team with any pre or post event warm ups, cool downs and sports injuries throughout the event.

💛 WORLD SU***DE PREVENTION DAY | 10 SEPTEMBER 2026 💛What makes you happy?For me, it’s hiking, fresh air, big skies and s...
10/09/2026

💛 WORLD SU***DE PREVENTION DAY | 10 SEPTEMBER 2026 💛

What makes you happy?
For me, it’s hiking, fresh air, big skies and simply being outside. 🌿

And there’s actually science behind why being in nature can feel so good.

•FOREST BATHING
Slowing down and immersing yourself in nature can help reduce stress and support a calmer nervous system.

•THE POWER OF TOUCH
Safe, therapeutic touch can help promote relaxation and influence the systems involved in stress, pain and wellbeing.

•MASSAGE
Massage isn’t just about muscles. It can help ease tension, promote relaxation and give your nervous system a chance to slow down.

But perhaps the most powerful thing of all is CONNECTION. 💛
• Check in with someone.
• Go for a walk together.
• Give someone a hug.
• Ask: “Are you really okay?”

Sometimes, one small moment of connection can make a huge difference.
So, what makes YOU happy?
Whatever it is — make time for it. 🌿

💛 SUPPORT IS AVAILABLE
•SAMH SAMH 
Mental health and wellbeing support across Scotland.
•ManChat 
A space for men to talk, connect and support each other.
•Men in Mind Men In Mind R+R Fitness 
Support focused on men’s mental health.
•Men United Men United SCIO 
Connection, support and community for men.

🌿 CLASSES & WELLBEING
•Love Yoga Love Yoga Ltd 
Movement, breath and connection.
•Breathing Space Breathing Space Studio 
A place to talk and get support when things feel overwhelming.
•Kadampa Meditation Centre Kadampa Meditation Aberdeen 
Meditation and mindfulness to help create a calmer mind.

You don’t have to struggle alone.
Your mind matters.
Your body matters.
YOU matter. 💛

04/09/2026

✨List of available appointments below✨

Location - R + R Fitness, Aberdeen Energy & Innovation Parks, Innovation Centre, Exploration Drive, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen, AB23 8GX

September appointments:

Fully booked
*Off - 23rd to 27th

October appointments:

Wed 7th - 8am
*Off - 16th to 18th
Tues 20th - 11:15am, 4:15pm
Wed 21st - 8am, 10:30am
Thurs 22nd - 10am, 11:15am, 4:15pm
Mon 26th - 12:15am, 2:30pm
Tues 27th - 10am, 11:15am, 3pm
Wed 28th - 8am, 9:15am
Thurs 29th - 10am
Fri 30th - 12:30pm

November appointments:

Mon 2nd - 11:15am, 12:30pm
Tues 3rd - 10am, 12:30pm, 3pm, 4:15pm
Wed 4th - 8am, 9:15am, 10:30am
Thurs 5th - 1:15pm, 2:30pm
Fri 6th - 3:45pm, 5pm
Mon 9th - 1:15pm, 3:45pm, 5pm
Tues 10th - 10am, 11:15am, 12:30pm, 3pm, 4:15pm, 6:45pm
Wed 11th - 8am, 9:15am
Thurs 12th - 1:15pm, 2:30pm, 3:45pm
Mon 16th - 10am, 4:15pm, 6:45pm
Tues 17th - 11:15am, 12:30pm, 3pm, 4:15pm, 5:30pm
Wed 18th - 8am, 9:15am, 10:30am
Thurs 19th - 5pm, 6:15pm
Fri 20th - 9am, 10am
Mon 23rd - 11:15am, 5;30pm
*off 24th to 27th
Mon 30th - 10am, 11:15am, 12:30pm

I can also add you to my cancellation list or refer you onto other qualified professionals.

04/09/2026

FUN FACT FRIDAY - DID YOU KNOW YOU HAVE A “BICEP” MUSCLE IN YOUR LEG?

When you hear the word “biceps,” you probably think of the muscle at the front of your upper arm.

The biceps femoris is one of the three muscles that make up your hamstring group and sits along the outer (lateral) side of the back of your thigh.
•BICEPS FEMORIS — THE ANATOMY
🔹 Long head origin: Ischial tuberosity (sit bone)
🔹 Short head origin: Linea aspera and lateral supracondylar line of the femur
🔹 Insertion: Head of the fibula, with a small attachment to the lateral tibial condyle

WHAT DOES IT DO?
The biceps femoris helps with:
➡️ Knee flexion — bending your knee
➡️ Hip extension — particularly the long head
➡️ External rotation of the lower leg when the knee is bent
➡️ Hip and pelvic stability during movement

SITTING ALL DAY? YOUR HAMSTRINGS MAY NOT THANK YOU!
Here’s something worth thinking about if you work at a desk all day…
When you're sitting, your hip and knee are both bent, placing the hamstrings in a relatively shortened position compared with standing.
If you remain seated for long periods, your hamstrings can become stiff and less tolerant of movement, particularly when you suddenly go from sitting to standing.
And because the hamstrings attach to the ischial tuberosity (your sit bone), they have an important relationship with the position and movement of your pelvis.

MY DESK-WORK TIP:
Try to stand up and move every 1–2 hours.
You could:
✅ Walk around for a couple of minutes
✅ Perform some gentle hamstring mobility
✅ Move your hips and pelvis
✅ Stretch your calves
✅ Do a few gentle squats or heel raises
You don't need to spend 10 minutes stretching — just getting out of the chair and moving regularly can make a difference.

💡 Remember: Lower-back discomfort isn't necessarily caused by tight hamstrings alone. Your hamstrings, glutes, pelvis, hip flexors and lower-back muscles all work together, and prolonged sitting can affect how these areas move and load.

TRY THIS SIMPLE HAMSTRING STRETCH
1️⃣ Sit with one leg extended.
2️⃣Keep your back relatively long and your knee gently straight.
3️⃣Hinge forward from your hips, rather than rounding your spine.
4️⃣Hold for 20–30 seconds and repeat 2–3 times.
5️⃣You should feel a gentle stretch through the back of your thigh — not pain.

⚠️ COMMON BICEPS FEMORIS INJURIES
The biceps femoris is one of the hamstring muscles frequently involved in hamstring strains, particularly during sprinting and explosive movements.
Common problems include:
🔸 Hamstring strains and tears
🔸 Tendinopathy
🔸 Proximal hamstring injuries near the ischial tuberosity
🔸 Distal tendon injuries around the knee

So next time someone says:
“I’ve pulled my hamstring!”
Remember — your hamstrings are actually made up of three muscles, and the biceps femoris is the one on the outside.

And if you've been sitting at your desk all day…Get up. Move around. Give those hamstrings some attention!

🐝 Bee RelaxeD – Sports Therapy
Helping you understand your body, move better & stay active.

✨Hello September✨What Is That Cracking, Clicking or Popping Sound ? Have you ever wondered what that cracking, popping, ...
01/09/2026

✨Hello September✨

What Is That Cracking, Clicking or Popping Sound ?

Have you ever wondered what that cracking, popping, clicking or grinding sound is coming from your joints?

You may have heard the term CREPITUS

👉🏼What is crepitus?
Crepitus is the medical term used to describe sounds or sensations that can occur around a joint — including cracking, popping, clicking, grating or grinding.

One common cause of a cracking sound is cavitation. When a joint is moved or stretched, changes in pressure within the synovial fluid can cause gas within the joint to rapidly form or collapse, producing that familiar “crack”.
This is often what happens when someone cracks their knuckles.

👉🏼So why do people feel the need to crack their joints?
For many people, it simply feels good!
Cracking a joint can create a temporary sensation of:
✔️ Release of pressure or tension
✔️ Increased freedom of movement
✔️ Reduced feeling of stiffness
✔️ A satisfying sensory response
It can also become a habit, particularly if someone regularly feels stiff or restricted.
And despite the old saying, cracking your knuckles isn’t shown to cause arthritis.
However, not all crepitus is the same. If clicking, popping or grinding is accompanied by pain, swelling, instability, catching or locking, it’s worth getting the joint assessed rather than simply trying to crack it repeatedly.

At Bee RelaxeD - Sports Therapy, we can help assess your movement, muscles and joints to work out what’s contributing to those symptoms.

31/08/2026

🌿 THE GREAT OUTDOORS — WHY GOING OUTSIDE MAKES YOU FEEL BETTER ⛰️

Sometimes, the best thing you can do for your body and mind is simply get outside and move.

Whether it’s a gentle walk, a woodland wander or a challenging hike, spending time outdoors can have some amazing benefits:

•BOOSTS YOUR MOOD
Walking and being outdoors can help reduce stress and improve your mood. Exercise encourages your body to release endorphins — natural chemicals that can help you feel happier and more positive.

•GETS YOUR BODY MOVING
Walking increases your circulation, gets your joints moving and activates your muscles without needing an intense workout.

•FRESH AIR & NATURE
Being surrounded by nature can help you switch off from everyday stresses and give your mind a much-needed reset.

•DON’T FORGET TO HYDRATE
When you’re walking or hiking, you’re losing fluid through sweat and breathing — even if you don’t feel particularly thirsty.
Dehydration can contribute to:
• Headaches
• Fatigue
• Dizziness
• Muscle cramps
• Reduced exercise performance
Take water with you and drink regularly throughout your walk, especially on warmer days, longer hikes or when you’re climbing hills.

•YOUR MUSCLES NEED IT TOO
Good hydration helps your body regulate temperature, maintain blood volume and support normal muscle function. Staying hydrated is an important part of looking after your body before, during and after exercise.

So, grab your walking boots, fill up your water bottle, turn your phone onto flight mode and get outside!

Sometimes, a walk in the great outdoors is exactly what you need.

28/08/2026

FUN FACT FRIDAY - DID YOU KNOW YOU HAVE A “SECOND HEART”?

It’s not actually another heart… it’s your calf muscle pump!

Your calf muscles play an important role in helping blood return from your lower legs back towards your heart. And it doesn’t matter what size or shape your calves are — they still perform the same important job!

Every time you walk, run, move your ankles or contract your calf muscles, they squeeze the veins in your lower legs and help push blood upwards against gravity.
The valves inside your veins then help prevent the blood from flowing backwards.
So, your calves aren’t just important for walking, running and jumping — they also play a key role in circulation!

The two main muscles in your calves are the Gastrocnemius and Soleus.

As demonstrated by several different people, calves come in all different shapes and sizes. Their appearance may vary, but the muscles still perform their important functions.

So whether your calves are big, small, long, short, defined or not — they’re all working hard!

💡 This is one reason why regular movement is important, especially if you’ve been sitting or standing in one position for a long time. Motion is lotion!

🐝 Look after your body from the ground up!

📢 PRICE UPDATE – FROM 1ST OCTOBER 2026A little announcement for all my lovely clients - From 1st October 2026, there wil...
25/08/2026

📢 PRICE UPDATE – FROM 1ST OCTOBER 2026

A little announcement for all my lovely clients - From 1st October 2026, there will be a small price increase to my treatment prices.

🔸60-minute treatment
£65 → £70
🔸90-minute treatment
£95 → £100
🔸30-minute treatment
£35 – staying the same!

I’ve always tried to keep my prices as affordable as possible while continuing to provide the highest standard of remedial and sports therapy, and this small increase reflects the rising costs of running the business.

Thank you, as always, for your continued support, loyalty and for trusting me with your treatment and recovery. 🐝💛

21/08/2026

FUN FACT FRIDAY with my trusted assistant - John Bone Jovi

🦵 WHAT IS THE LONGEST MUSCLE IN THE BODY?

The answer is the SARTORIUS!
The sartorius is a long, narrow muscle that runs diagonally across the front of your thigh — from your hip towards the inside of your knee.

📍 ORIGIN:
Anterior superior iliac spine (ASIS) of the pelvis.
📍 INSERTION:
Medial surface of the proximal tibia, as part of the pes anserinus.
💪 WHAT DOES IT DO?
The sartorius works across both the hip and knee.
Its main actions are:
➡️ Hip flexion
➡️ Hip abduction
➡️ Hip external rotation
➡️ Knee flexion
➡️ Assists with medial rotation of the tibia when the knee is flexed

It helps you perform movements such as crossing your legs or bringing your foot towards your opposite thigh — hence its nickname, the “tailor’s muscle.”

🧘‍♀️ HOW CAN YOU STRETCH IT?
Because the sartorius performs several movements, you want to stretch it by moving the hip into the opposite positions:
✔️ Hip extension
✔️ Hip adduction
✔️ Hip internal rotation

⚠️ Remember: You don’t need to force a stretch to feel it working. Keep the movement controlled and comfortable.

🐝 At Bee RelaxeD – Sports Therapy, I love educating clients about how their bodies move because understanding your body is the first step towards looking after it!

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