Spring is popping and many of us are heading back to the gym to get our beach-bods ready!  There are certain Pure Essential Oils you can use both before and after your workout to enhance your sweat sesh and aid in your post-workout recovery. Here are some of our favourite essential oils and blends to inhale, dab, and enjoy before and after we exercise — stow these in your gym bag and get to work!

Pre-Workout

Let's get physical — and scented. Before you hit the weight rack or spin bike, you're going to want a burst of energy, and aromatherapy can help! For this, we'd recommend mixing Oils such as Lemon, Peppermint or Frankincense. Rub onto your palms and inhale deeply or put a few drops on a tissue. Take a quick shower before your workout and wash your chosen Oils over your body, inhaling all the aromatic goodness (avoid sensitive areas). Also try our refreshing Breathe Easy Roll-On Blend which contains Peppermint, Lavender and Lemon to open the airways and assist with deep, healthy breathing. These Essential Oils may help you feel rejuvenated, refreshed, and energised — perfect for kicking off a powerful sweat sesh.

Post-Workout

Cool down and eradicate excess cortisol — you'll help your body come down from the physical stress of your workout. Roll-On our relaxing Stress-Less Blend of Lime, Ho Leaf, Sage, Ylang Ylang and Lemongrass to calm the nerves and relax the mind. Or try a Mix Your Own Blend of Lavender, Chamomile and Orange so you can totally unwind. Short of breath? Eucalyptus/Cedarwood Oil can help with that. Sore muscles? We’ve got you covered with our best-selling Muscle Recovery Bath & Body Oil, a blend of Lavender, Wintergreen, Eucalyptus, Peppermint, Ginger and Marjoram which helps alleviate the discomfort of sore muscles and joints. Ready to totally zen out after your gym routine? Add a little bit of Lavender Oil to a cold, wet wash cloth and press it to your face to alleviate redness and cleanse the skin.

Always read the safety precautions before using LeRêve Essential Oils and have fun finding your favourite sweat sesh concoctions!