Friday, April 4, 2014

Fitness Friday Fact #34


"It's a lot easier said than done!"
I have found that that phrase has become a staple in my daily language and is often directed at the styrofoam cylinder that cohabitates with me.

Having struggled with an inflamed IT band, I know a great deal about the benefits of foam rolling.  I also have found creative ways to use this tool in my core strengthening routine.  What I havent done, however, is ACTUALLY take my foam roller out of my bedroom closet!

That changed this week after reading this tip from Barre3:

"Commit to foam rolling for 10 minutes, 3x a week to improve your flexibility, reduce stress levels and reduce your risk of injury.  The tool is the next best thing to a deep tissue massage, only cheaper!  Focus on rolling your glutes, inner thighs, quads, IT Bands, hamstrings, and calves to keep your knees and lower back pain free!"

Not only did I appreciate this tip for its emphasis on future injury prevention, but I also loved its claim for a "spa like" retreat ;)

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