Laura Smith Personal Training & Sports Massage

11/06/2026

✨Manual Lymphatic Drainage MLD✨

Feeling bloated, sluggish, or holding onto excess fluid? Manual Lymphatic Drainage is a gentle, therapeutic massage technique designed to stimulate the lymphatic system and support your body's natural detoxification process.

Benefits of MLD may include:
💧 Reduced swelling and fluid retention
🌿 Improved circulation and lymph flow
💪 Enhanced immune system support 😌 Reduced feelings of heaviness and discomfort
✨ Promotes relaxation and overall wellbeing

This gentle treatment is ideal for those experiencing swelling, post-surgical recovery, or simply looking to support their body's natural healing processes.
Book your appointment today and experience the benefits of a healthier, more balanced lymphatic system.

06/06/2026

Awesome local club! Thurrock Jets

🚨THURROCK JETS IS GROWING! 🚨

We’re excited to announce our new age-group structure ahead of the 2026/27 season!

The official basketball season begins in September, but we’re launching these groups from July to give players the opportunity to settle into their new teams, meet their coaches, build confidence and prepare for the season ahead.

📅 Please note: These age groups are based on the school year your child will be entering in September 2026.

🔥 Mini Jets
🔥 U11 Jets
🔥 U13 Jets
🔥 U15 Jets
🔥 U18 Jets
🔥 Men’s Session

❤️ More Than A Club. A Basketball Family.

All training days, session times and venues are now live on our website.

👉 Head over to www.thurrockjets.com to check your age group, training time and session location, and secure your place before July.

We’re incredibly excited for what’s ahead and can’t wait to see both new and returning players on the court as we prepare for our biggest season yet! 🏀🚀

06/06/2026

✨Menopause & Perimenopause: Could Manual Lymphatic Drainage Help? ✨

Many women experience bloating, fluid retention, puffiness, poor sleep, and increased stress during perimenopause and menopause. While Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) isn't a treatment for hormonal changes, it can offer valuable support during this transition.

Benefits include -
💧 Reduced fluid retention and bloating
🌿 Encourages relaxation and stress relief
😴 Can support better sleep quality
🦵 Helps ease feelings of heaviness and swelling 💖 Promotes overall wellbeing and self-care

MLD is a gentle, rhythmic massage technique that supports the movement of lymph fluid throughout the body. Many women report feeling lighter, calmer, and more balanced after treatment.

It's important to remember that MLD doesn't balance hormones or stop menopause symptoms directly, but it can be a wonderful complementary therapy to support your overall health and wellbeing.

Would you like to try Manual Lymphatic Drainage during perimenopause or menopause? Contact to discuss and book your appointment 💚

04/06/2026

What is Brazilian Wood Therapy? 🤔
Brazilian Wood Therapy is a body-contouring massage technique that uses specially designed wooden tools to stimulate circulation, encourage lymphatic drainage, and help reduce the appearance of cellulite.
Benefits may include:
✨ Improved circulation
✨ Reduced water retention
✨ Smoother-looking skin
✨ Relaxation and stress relief
A natural, non-invasive way to support your wellness and body goals. 💚

03/06/2026

19/05/2026

✨ Treatments & Services Available ✨

Helping you move better, feel better, recover faster, and relax deeply 💆‍♀️💪

✅ Sports Massage Therapy
✅ Myofascial Dry Cupping
✅ IASTM
✅ Myofascial Release
✅ Pregnancy Massage for Sports & Clinical Therapy
✅ Traditional Indian Head Massage
✅ Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)
✅ Maderotherapy (Wood Therapy) & Brazilian MLD
✅ Pre & Post Operative Manual Lymphatic Drainage
✅ Kinesiology Taping
✅ Hot Stones for Sports Massage
✅ Passive Stretching

Whether you’re recovering, rehabilitating, managing pain, supporting post-op healing, or simply taking time for self-care — treatments are tailored to your individual needs ✨

📩 Message to book or enquire

18/05/2026

✨ Exciting News ✨
I’m delighted to announce that I am now fully qualified in Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) for both Pre and Post Operative Care. 💆‍♀️
MLD can help to:
✅ Reduce swelling and inflammation
✅ Support healing and recovery
✅ Improve circulation and lymph flow
✅ Ease discomfort and promote relaxation
Whether you’re preparing for surgery or supporting your body through recovery, treatments are tailored to help you feel comfortable, supported, and cared for throughout your journey. 💚
📍Appointments now available
📩 Message me directly for more information or to book your consultation.

11/05/2026

AND THE NEW LEAGUE CUP WINNERS ARE ......... 💚💛

ECWFL League Cup 2025/26 Winners 🏆

More to follow when the raging hangovers settle… 💛🖤

08/05/2026

I have always offered this but lately alot of people have forgotten or not been aware so have been pleasantly surprised when they have referred a family member or friend and received 10% off of their appointment 🙌🏼💚 (not to be used in conjunction with any other offer)

08/05/2026

💜 meditation for menopause really does help 💜