About Lou

Lou Walker with 'Stan'

I am sports massage therapist, qualified with a Diploma in Sports Massage from the Southern School of Massage Therapy. I’m a Level 4 member of the Sports Massage Association.

My interest in sports massage arose from my marathon running.  Regular massage has always helped me recover from heavy training and prepare for the next onslaught. I’ve become rather evangelistic about it - but it works.

Areas of interest and experience

  • Any sport, but I have a particular interest and experience with runners.  Other sports I work with are swimming, cycling, triathlon, rugby, kick boxing, squash, tennis and skiing
  • Junior athletes and young people.  A specialised approach is needed when massaging young people and children.  Please note that an adult known to the young person must always be present when someone under the age of 16 is being massaged
  • Musicians - who often suffer from postural issues and repetitive strain issues.

Other info:

  • Member of Winchester & District Athletics Clublou-walker
  • UKA Level 2 athletics coach at Winchester & District AC
  • Enhanced-level CRB check from July 2011
  • Current first aid certificate (including spinal and paediatrics)
  • BSc (Hons) Human Biology
  • Six marathons
  • Two ironman-distance triathlons (Challenge Roth, 2010 and Ironman Regensburg, 2011) and have entered The Outlaw for July 2012.