Come summer, work slows a bit, I spend lots of time at the beach, play some tennis, bbq's, parties..your getting the idea, it's my playtime... I also tend to relax a bit too much on my eating habits for quite a few weeks as well (yes, i'm totally human) My regular training routine also goes a bit un-regular as summer rolls in, as it is definitely, my favorite time of year...
The good news is that I've enjoyed my summer immensely! The bad news is,
I'm a few pounds heavier and my body and joints seem much more stiff and tighter than
usual. (hmm, could it be that since I turned 50 it's all in my head??? naaahhh, it's real,
i'm gettin older :)
So, as I ease back into my workout program, I'm going to be foam rolling
A LOT.
Foam rolling is a type of self massage on a cylinder shaped piece of foam. My clients and myself foam roll on a regular basis and always before every workout. This helps get the "kinks out" and release tight muscles. It doesn't always feel good initially, that just means you need it more, it'll lessen the more you do it. It's amazing what it can do for the body. Foam rolling has helped my hips, low back and overall mobility of my body enormously. By releasing trigger points, and then stretching and strengthening, it is hands down the best tool under $30 you can buy for your body. I highly recommend you give it a try! Get the 36'' inch roller!
My video will follow soon!
Here's a direct link: It comes with a CD & the site has easy printout of instruction.
Happy Rolling :)
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