Massage after running Thu Duc: what a session at Tong Gia feels like
Tong Gia team · Lương Y Tống Văn Huynh · 2026-10-30
For a massage after running in Thu Duc, go to Tong Gia’s Vinhomes Grand Park branch at Unit T16-21, The Manhattan, Long Binh Ward, Thu Duc City, open 9:00 to 20:00 every day. The usual runner’s choice is the 60-minute lower-back session at 550,000 VND (about $21) plus a 30-minute add-on for calves and thighs at 199,000 VND (about $8), and below is what that hour and a half feels like on the bed.
Which session fits which kind of run is covered on our sports recovery massage page; this guide is about the session itself.
From the last kilometre to the door
The branch sits inside The Manhattan zone, so a loop through Vinhomes Grand Park can end a short walk away. Runners from Long Binh, Long Thanh My or elsewhere in Thu Duc can pin it on Google Maps, where it holds 5.0★ from 208 reviews; the Vinhomes Grand Park page has the branch details.
Give yourself an hour or two after the run. Cool down, drink water, eat something light and shower. Dawn runners will find the 9:00 opening fits that gap neatly. Evening runners should start by about 18:45 for a 60-minute session, 18:15 for 90 minutes, since the branch closes at 20:00.
Book on WhatsApp or Zalo at +84 888 264 559 with the session, the add-on and the time you expect to finish running.
Standing up first: how your run shows
Before you lie down, the practitioner looks at how you stand. Runners often show a small tilt: one hip lower, shoulders drawn forward from the last tired kilometres. This observation step comes from founder Lương Y Tống Văn Huynh, a traditional Vietnamese wellness master with more than 13 years in the craft. It is a guide for where to spend time, not an assessment of your body.
Lying face down, you feel fingers travel down both sides of the spine. After a long run, the band of muscle just above the waist is often the first spot that answers with a dull ache.
The lower back: slow and broad
Most of the main hour goes here. Thumbs settle on points beside the spine, then the work widens: palms, the heel of the hand and, as in the photo, a forearm pressed slowly along the back. Forearm pressure feels wide and heavy rather than pointed, a little like leaning into a foam roller that is paying attention.
The practitioner keeps asking about pressure. Firm is fine, but it should never turn sharp. Say “lighter” or raise a hand whenever you like.
The add-on: calves and thighs
Then the 30 minutes for the legs. Kneading starts at the calves and works up toward the hamstrings and the front of the thighs. Calves after a hard run can be surprisingly tender at first touch; that tenderness usually eases within a few strokes as the muscle softens.
If something hurts in a specific, sharp way, such as a pulled muscle, swelling, or pain when you walk, the massage is not the right first step. Stop, and see a licensed physician before booking again.
Warmth to close
A warm herbal compress goes over the worked areas, and your feet go into a warm soak. Sit up slowly, drink water, and stand only when you feel steady.
The next day
Expect light soreness where the work was deepest, much like the day after a long run, fading within a day or so. An easy jog or a walk is fine; save hard intervals for another day.
Prices for runners
| Session | VND | About USD |
|---|---|---|
| Lower-back or neck & shoulder session, 60 min | 550,000 | 21 |
| Lower-back or neck & shoulder session, 90 min | 750,000 | 29 |
| Add-on area massage (legs), 30 min | 199,000 | 8 |
| Traditional Vietnamese massage, 60 min | 450,000 | 17 |
| Warm herbal compress | 130,000 | 5 |
These are retail prices for single sessions; the full menu is on the prices page. If you train in District 12, Go Vap or Hoc Mon, our District 12 branch at 225 Duong Thi Muoi Street offers the same sessions from 8:00 to 20:00 (Google Maps).
FAQ
Where can I get a massage after running in Thu Duc? At Tong Gia, Unit T16-21, The Manhattan, Vinhomes Grand Park, Thu Duc City, open 9:00 to 20:00 daily. A 60-minute lower-back session is 550,000 VND (about $21).
Should I come straight from my run? Better to wait an hour or two: cool down, eat a little and shower first. Come in loose, dry clothes.
Can the session focus on my legs? Yes. Add the 30-minute area massage for calves and thighs at 199,000 VND (about $8) to your main session, and say so when you book.
Will I be sore afterwards? Light soreness the next day is common and fades. Sharp pain or swelling is not normal; see a licensed physician.
This is a wellness service, not medical care.