Simple tasks like getting out of bed can sometimes be challenging when you have low back problems. It makes it difficult to turn over in bed and rise to a sitting position first thing in […]
Foam rolling is a self-myofascial release (SMR) technique that can help relieve muscle tightness, soreness, and inflammation while increasing your joint range of motion. Foam rolling can be an effective tool to add to your […]
The foam roller is a versatile tool that allows you to massage deep into your muscles, providing relief from pain and tension. Foam rolling is also called self-myofascial release because it allows you to release […]
One of our readers recently asked us about a potential link between the psoas muscle (pronounced SO-as) and the diaphragm. “In the past six months or so, I sometimes find it very hard to fill […]
The psoas muscle is a large hip flexor muscle that extends all the way from the lumbar spine to the pelvis. It is important to stretch out this muscle to relieve hip and low back […]
Today, I will share three stretches to reduce calf pain and tightness. This past weekend, my wife was out of town. The kids taught me the latest craze in their school: bottle flipping. So, last […]
CLICK HERE to watch the YouTube video. Are your midback muscles tight? If so, performing a full range of motion can be very difficult. Tight muscles are common in people who spend long hours in […]
If you’re going through hip flexor pain, it’s best to bring some relief by learning the three ways to check hip flexor tightness and see what you can do with it. Hip flexor pain is […]
Calf tightness and back pain are two of the most common complaints among runners. Luckily, they’re also fairly easy to remedy. Less fortunate, they can also be some of the most frustrating injuries to deal […]
Myofascial release is a soft tissue massage that reduces restrictions in your muscle fibers and increases your range of motion. Research shows that myofascial release can help with pain, swelling, performance, and post-workout recovery. Self-myofascial […]
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