{"id":83618,"date":"2026-06-01T09:33:32","date_gmt":"2026-05-31T23:33:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/?p=83618"},"modified":"2026-06-02T10:01:29","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T00:01:29","slug":"massage-for-men-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/massage-for-men-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Massage For Men: Types, Benefits And What To Expect"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-83619\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Massage-For-Men.png\" alt=\"Massage For Men Guide\" width=\"940\" height=\"646\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Massage-For-Men.png 940w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Massage-For-Men-768x528.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px\" \/>Most men who&#8217;d benefit from a massage for men haven&#8217;t booked one. The hesitation usually comes down to a few familiar things: not knowing what actually happens, wondering which type to ask for, or a quiet feeling that it&#8217;s not really for them. None of those hold up.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Massage isn&#8217;t an indulgence. It&#8217;s one of the most well-researched approaches to managing muscle tension, improving recovery, reducing stress and getting better sleep. What&#8217;s changed in recent years is access at-home booking through a platform like Blys means a vetted, insured provider can come to you, at a time that works, with no clinic visit required.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This guide covers the types of massage most useful for men, what to expect during a session at home, and how the booking process through Blys works in practice. If you&#8217;ve been putting it off, here&#8217;s what you need.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #100249;color:#100249\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #100249;color:#100249\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/massage-for-men-guide\/#Why_Do_Most_Men_Avoid_Booking_A_Massage\" >Why Do Most Men Avoid Booking A Massage?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/massage-for-men-guide\/#How_Do_You_Know_If_Youd_Benefit_From_Regular_Massage\" >How Do You Know If You&#8217;d Benefit From Regular Massage?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/massage-for-men-guide\/#Which_Type_Of_Massage_Should_A_Man_Book\" >Which Type Of Massage Should A Man Book?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/massage-for-men-guide\/#Deep_Tissue_Massage_For_Men\" >Deep Tissue Massage For Men<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/massage-for-men-guide\/#Sports_Massage_For_Men\" >Sports Massage For Men<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/massage-for-men-guide\/#Remedial_Massage_For_Men\" >Remedial Massage For Men<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/massage-for-men-guide\/#Swedish_Massage_For_Men\" >Swedish Massage For Men<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/massage-for-men-guide\/#What_Actually_Happens_When_You_Book_An_At-Home_Massage\" >What Actually Happens When You Book An At-Home Massage?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/massage-for-men-guide\/#How_Does_Booking_Through_Blys_Work\" >How Does Booking Through Blys Work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/massage-for-men-guide\/#Ready_To_Book_Heres_The_Simplest_Way_To_Start\" >Ready To Book? Here&#8217;s The Simplest Way To Start<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/massage-for-men-guide\/#Your_Wellness_Journey_Starts_Here\" >Your Wellness Journey Starts Here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Do_Most_Men_Avoid_Booking_A_Massage\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why Do Most Men Avoid Booking A Massage?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s not usually one big reason. It&#8217;s a cluster of smaller ones that collectively make it easier to do nothing. Not knowing which type to book. Feeling uncertain about the setup. A sense that it&#8217;s an unnecessary expense. Sometimes just not prioritising it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There&#8217;s also the cultural noise that tells men to manage discomfort by grinding through it. The physical cost of doing that adds up: chronic muscle tension affects posture, disrupts sleep and reduces output at work and in training. Research on<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC12140169\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PubMed<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> shows consistent links between regular massage and reduced cortisol, improved circulation and faster muscle recovery. It&#8217;s not luxury; it&#8217;s maintenance the same category as a physio appointment or a decent night&#8217;s sleep.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The convenience barrier used to be real. Booking a clinic, travelling there, waiting, travelling back that&#8217;s a meaningful chunk of time. At-home booking through Blys removes most of that. A vetted, insured, professional provider comes to you. The session starts and ends at your place.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_You_Know_If_Youd_Benefit_From_Regular_Massage\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Do You Know If You&#8217;d Benefit From Regular Massage?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most men wait until something is actively wrong before they book. That&#8217;s the least efficient approach. Massage works better as consistent maintenance than an occasional fix. Here are the signs you&#8217;re already a good candidate:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You sit at a desk most of the day and your neck or upper back tightens up by the afternoon.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You train regularly but recovery feels slower muscles stay sore for longer than they should.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You carry stress physically tension headaches, tight jaw, shoulders that creep upward.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You sleep badly despite being tired, and wake up still feeling stiff.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You have a recurring ache or tightness that stretching alone hasn&#8217;t resolved.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">None of these require a diagnosed injury. Men who build massage into a regular routine even once a month consistently report better sleep, less background tension and faster recovery from physical exertion. The cumulative benefit of maintenance is significantly better than crisis management after something flares up.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Type_Of_Massage_Should_A_Man_Book\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Which Type Of Massage Should A Man Book?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The right answer depends on what you&#8217;re actually trying to address. Use the quick-reference table below to find your fit, then read on for more detail on each type.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Massage Type<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Best For<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Pressure Level<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>At-Home Via Blys?<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Deep Tissue<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chronic back, shoulder &amp; neck tension; desk workers; gym-goers<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Firm \u2013 High<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, vetted, insured providers available<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Sports<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gym training, manual labour, repetitive-strain recovery<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medium \u2013 Firm<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, book by muscle group focus<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Remedial<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Specific injuries, postural problems, referred pain<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Varies by issue<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, advanced providers on platform<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Swedish<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stress relief, better sleep, first-time bookings<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Light \u2013 Medium<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, ideal intro session at home<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Deep_Tissue_Massage_For_Men\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Deep Tissue Massage For Men<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/services\/deep-tissue-massage\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Deep tissue<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the most popular option and, for a lot of men, the right starting point. It works through the deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue addressing the chronic tightness in the back, neck and shoulders that builds up over time. The pressure is firmer than a standard relaxation massage and can feel intense in areas that haven&#8217;t been worked before.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That intensity is productive, not a warning sign. Providers you book through Blys will check in on pressure throughout. If something moves from productive discomfort into actual pain, say so adjustments happen straight away.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sports_Massage_For_Men\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sports Massage For Men<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/services\/sports\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sports massage<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> targets specific muscle groups rather than the whole body. It draws on deep tissue and Swedish techniques and works well for men dealing with tightness from training, repetitive physical work, or long periods in static posture.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You don&#8217;t need to be a competitive athlete. If you train regularly, do physical work, or sit at a desk for most of the day, your muscles are under exactly the kind of load that sports massage is built to address.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Remedial_Massage_For_Men\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remedial Massage For Men<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/services\/remedial\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remedial massage<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the most focused option. It&#8217;s used to assess and work on specific musculoskeletal problems postural imbalances, referred pain, unresolved injuries. Providers offering this have advanced training and will typically begin with a brief assessment before the hands-on work starts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;ve got a recurring issue that hasn&#8217;t shifted with rest or stretching, remedial massage is most likely the right call. The session is more methodical than a standard booking and more targeted to the root cause.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Swedish_Massage_For_Men\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swedish Massage For Men<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/services\/swedish\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swedish<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> uses lighter pressure and longer strokes focused on circulation and overall relaxation. It&#8217;s the right fit when your main goal is stress relief and better sleep rather than working through a specific problem and an ideal starting point for men who haven&#8217;t had a massage before.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Actually_Happens_When_You_Book_An_At-Home_Massage\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Actually Happens When You Book An At-Home Massage?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not knowing what to expect is one of the main reasons men put this off. Here&#8217;s what happens in practice.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you book through Blys, your vetted provider arrives at your home with a portable massage table and all necessary equipment. You have a short conversation at the start covering what you want to address, any areas to avoid, and your preference on pressure. Then you lie on the table and they work through the session.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You&#8217;re covered with a drape throughout; only the area being actively worked is uncovered at any given time. You don&#8217;t need to make conversation. If the pressure isn&#8217;t right, just say so. Most men feel noticeably looser by the end and the kind of tired that leads to genuinely good sleep that night. A 60-minute session fits comfortably into an evening without eating the whole thing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The at-home format makes a real difference. There&#8217;s no post-session commute, no waiting room and no need to snap back to full alertness to drive home. Your recovery carries on in your own space, uninterrupted. That&#8217;s something you simply can&#8217;t replicate at a clinic.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_Booking_Through_Blys_Work\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Does Booking Through Blys Work?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blys is a booking platform that connects you with vetted, insured, professional providers across the UK. You choose the type, duration and time the provider comes to you. Every provider on the platform goes through a vetting process covering credentials, insurance and professional standing before they can take bookings.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Here&#8217;s how a typical booking works from start to finish:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Head to Blys and enter your postcode and preferred date.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Select your massage type and session length.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose from available vetted, insured providers in your area.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Confirm your booking the provider brings a portable table and all equipment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rate your session afterwards so other clients can book with confidence.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re buying for someone else,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/\/uk\/massage-gift-voucher\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blys massage gift vouchers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> work for any occasion Father&#8217;s Day included. For broader gift ideas,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/gifts-for-parents-ideas-real-support\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gifts for parents: ideas that offer real support<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has options worth a look.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ready_To_Book_Heres_The_Simplest_Way_To_Start\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ready To Book? Here&#8217;s The Simplest Way To Start<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you carry tension in your back, train hard, sit at a desk most of the day, or just don&#8217;t sleep as well as you&#8217;d like a regular massage will make a measurable difference. The question is usually just which type, and that depends on what you&#8217;re working with.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Booking a vetted, insured provider at home removes the main practical barrier.<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Book through Blys<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and a trusted professional comes to your door no clinic, no commute, no hassle.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_background&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; bg_color=&#8221;#faf1eb&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;3%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;3%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Your_Wellness_Journey_Starts_Here\"><\/span>Your Wellness Journey Starts Here<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][nectar_btn size=&#8221;jumbo&#8221; button_style=&#8221;regular&#8221; button_color_2=&#8221;Accent-Color&#8221; icon_family=&#8221;none&#8221; text=&#8221;Book Now&#8221; url=&#8221;https:\/\/app.getblys.com\/new-booking\/?utm_source=website-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=massage-for-men-guide&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text] Most men who&#8217;d benefit from a massage for men&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1909,"featured_media":83619,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[443,445],"tags":[],"reviewer":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-83618","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-blys-for-clients","8":"category-self-care-101"},"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Massage For Men: Types, Benefits And What To Expect | Blys<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Back pain, poor sleep, gym recovery massage for men is one of the most practical tools for all of it. 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