#foamrolling

[annam1]

[absmaticfitness]

Do not forget to foam roll! The benefits of foam rolling is too numerous to list but I will say this, it is definitely beneficial in helping to prevent injury as well as muscle repair. If you don’t take my word for it, take @brian_lovelace_official . Head on over to his page, check out his legs 🦵🏾 and mind you, he has not had a lower body injury and he foam rolls religiously! . . #kneetendonitis #quadtendonitis #foamrolling #warmup #stretching #musclerepair #fitness #healthyliving #onlinecoaching (at Orlando, Florida) https://www.instagram.com/p/B4SdlOGpRru/?igshid=a1l33i3o74zo

[fitspoholic]

What's the deal with foam rolling?

No longer reserved just for elite athletes or the CrossFit-obsessed, foam rolling can do a world of good even for us mere mortals. To find out how a cylindrical piece of foam can help to release tension and tightness in muscles after they’ve been overworked (whether that’s from the gym or your morning commute), we tapped Vinh Pham, co-founder and physical therapist at Myodetox.

How does foam rolling work? So, here’s the rub: We don’t know exactly how foam rolling works. One theory is that self-myofascial release (a fancy way of saying self-massage) uses continuous pressure to break up adhesions or trigger points in the fascia (connective tissue that binds the muscle). Other researchers believe that foam rolling stimulates the central nervous system in a way that makes your brain send signals to “loosen up” the muscles. But whatever the mechanism, the result is the same—muscles feel less tight. “And when you are able to release tension and relax your muscles, you get better blood flow and greater mobility, which means easier movement, decreased discomfort when sitting, better posture and better workouts,” Pham tells us. 

Sold. So, how do I use a foam roller? You want to go as slowly as possible, making sure that each part of the muscle gets equal pressure (never use a foam roller on ligaments or joints). Spend about 20 seconds on each part of the body, then move on and repeat the cycle. But remember—it shouldn’t hurt in order to work. See specific foam roller exercises here.

And how often do I need to do it to feel the benefits? You can use your foam roller daily and there’s no need to wait until after a killer boot camp class, either. “You can use rollers to release tight parts or trigger points like under your armpits or your glutes if you’ve had a long day at the office,” says Pham. See ya later, achy shoulders.

Which foam roller should I get? Foam rollers come in a variety sizes, but a smaller one (18 or 24 inches) can target most parts of the body. If you want to get fancy, Pham rates the Hyperice Vyper, “which has vibration technology that adds an extra oomph to your recovery,” but you can totally keep it basic with this best-seller from Amazon for $15. Rock and roll.

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[riceandraw]

I may have strained my hamstring on Monday doing splits stretching. It’s fine, but ever so slightly tender when I stretch 😔 so I iced it the past few days 🥶 now rolling it out with a foam roller. A part of me feels I may be overthinking it but you can never be too careful with these type of things. 🤷🏼‍♀️ . . . . . . . #foamrolling #stretching #splits #splitsstretching #hamstring #vegan #selfimprovement #selflove #vegansofig #veganswholift #girlswholift #womenwholift #veganmuscle #fitness #fitpso #fitfam #beavisionary #gymshark #veganbodybuilder #whatveganslooklike #plantbased #plantpowered #catsofig #teamcatmojo #adoptdontshop #catlady https://www.instagram.com/sashanic72/p/Bt1E4z9liq-/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=14h9pnarq5eys

[mobo-system]

Smile if you're coming to see us at the Austin @spartanrace @spartan! #mobility #mobosystem #mobility #tspine #backpain #shoulderpain #neckpain #increaseperformance #reduceinjury #crossfit #weightlifting #powerlifting #athlete #yoga #acroyoga #foamroll #foamroller #Foamrolling #spartanrace #spartan (at Reveille Peak Ranch)

[fatal-lafemme]

Someone please tell me foam rolling gets less painful 🤞🏼

[tiffpatt81]

Week 1, Day 4 of training for the @3mhalfmarathon. Today was a time trial, 1 mile slow, 2 miles fast. In reality it was all pretty slow. First real #trainingrun in a long time. Been a little nervous about getting back out there after the hip bursitis from @runrocknroll nashville. Felt great during the run - I kept telling myself slight bend at the knee, forward lean, chest up and out, arms low and relaxed, short, quick midfoot strikes, control your breathing. Once I finished the run I felt knee pain and piriformis pain both on the left side. Trying to stay #injuryfree so I'm taking all suggestions! This time I'm taking #crosstraining seriously and #foamrolling like crazy. @tha_general_mp is always telling me to ice everything and @purposedrivenpt tells me to stretch. Anyone else have any tips for me? #workingmywaybackto11 #halfmarathontraining #runhappy

[maxxie1129]

oldie but goodie #happyhumpday #humpday #humpwednesday #ʜᴜᴍᴘᴅᴀʏʜᴜᴍᴏʀ #foamroller #foamrolling #fitness