A little bit of soreness is totally normal after a massage; you’ve had muscles and trouble spots stimulated. Lactic acid (the same stuff that makes you sore after a workout) builds and can also contribute to soreness. Drink lots of water, do gentle stretching, and take an Epsom salt bath to help alleviate your soreness. As your body becomes accustomed to regular massages, you’ll experience the next-day soreness less frequently, making the experience that much more pleasurable.