07Mar

Exercise of the Month

Categories: Fitness & Wellness

exerciseEXERCISE OF THE MONTH:
Self Myofasical Release (SMR)

PRIMARY MUSCLE USED:
Hip Flexors, Quadriceps & IT Band

BENEFITS:
Self Myofascial Release “can increase circulation and as a result, increase metabolism to the musculature and aid in the removal of metabolites such as lactic acid.”

HOW TO:

  1. Position yourself as pictured
  2. Roll the foam roller over the soft tissue
  3. The area(s) that feels tender indicate a trigger point
  4. Hold over the trigger point for 15 – 30 seconds
  5. You may feel a release immediately or it may take a few sessions to release
  6. Do not hold over the same spot for more than 30 seconds