If you have been struggling to get a good night’s rest, you are far from alone. Across Lanzarote, both tourists looking to recharge and locals going about their busy lives often share the same complaint: a yearning for quality sleep that never quite arrives.
According to Francis Barbier-Martins, owner of Bodykinetik in Puerto del Carmen, the solution may not come from a pill or a quick fix. Instead, it could lie in regular, personalised massage therapy. The key word here is regular. As Francis explains, many people now understand that a single session, while beneficial, is rarely the complete answer. Maintenance is what truly transforms sleep and overall wellbeing.
So what makes massage therapy so effective? Let us look at three major benefits that directly affect how you rest and how you feel.
1. It Lowers Stress and Lifts Your Mood
Stress is one of the biggest thieves of sleep. When you are anxious, your body produces cortisol, the stress hormone, which keeps you alert when you should be winding down. Massage therapy actively lowers cortisol levels while increasing serotonin and dopamine, the natural chemicals that promote relaxation and emotional balance.
Francis specialises in a range of techniques including deep tissue, Swedish, Thai and Lomi-Lomi massage. He adapts every session to what his hands discover, whether that is tension, muscle contractures or simply areas that need gentle release. The result is a noticeable reduction in stress and anxiety, paving the way for deeper, more restful sleep and a brighter sense of wellbeing.
2. It Helps Regulate Your Sleep Patterns
Beyond simply relaxing you, massage therapy can actually help retrain your body’s sleep rhythms. By easing muscle tension and promoting physical calm, it supports the natural production of melatonin, the hormone that tells your body it is time to sleep.
Many of Francis’s clients report that regular sessions make it easier to fall asleep and stay asleep through the night. This is particularly valuable for visitors to Lanzarote whose internal clocks may be disrupted by travel, as well as locals dealing with the everyday pressures of work and family life. A personalised massage, tailored to your specific needs, can be the gentle nudge your body requires to rediscover its natural sleep cycle.
3. It Eases Physical Discomfort That Disrupts Rest
It is hard to sleep well when your body is in pain. Stiff shoulders, a tight lower back, or aching legs can wake you repeatedly or prevent you from relaxing in the first place. Massage therapy directly addresses these issues by relieving muscle pain, stiffness and built up tension.
Francis brings a unique perspective to his work. As a former volleyball player, skier, cyclist and freediving instructor, he knows firsthand how physical activity can lead to recurring aches. His own journey with back pain led him to try numerous physiotherapists and chiropractors before discovering that deep tissue massage was the most effective solution for both his body and his mind. Now a licensed member of the French Federation of Massage Therapists (FFMBE), he offers a tailored approach that combines several techniques to target exactly where you need attention.
Why Maintenance Matters
A one-hour session is recommended for first appointments. This includes a short assessment where Francis gets to know you, your body, and what he can do to help. From there, regular sessions can maintain the benefits and prevent problems from returning.
Whether you are a tourist in Puerto del Carmen hoping to make the most of your holiday, or a local resident seeking long term relief, Bodykinetik offers a personalised path to better sleep and improved wellbeing. You can find Francis at Calle Reina Sofia 27 or reach him by phone or WhatsApp on +34 696 108 732. Alternatively, email francis@bodykinetik.com.
Your body and your sleep may just thank you for making massage a regular part of your routine.
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