Rollers, Balls, and Stretches, Oh My!

If you have “tight hips,” “tight hamstrings,” tingling in the legs, or other sores from running or even sitting - you’re going to want to tune into this episode. The pains you have might not be solved the way you think.Timestamps of big takeaways[00:25] Coach Caroline discusses some of the equipment used for running injuries[01:18] Coach Valerie talks gizmos and gadgets, and odds and ends for injuries[02:05] What does a roller really do? Find out here[03:20] Coach Valerie addresses Coach Caroline’s questions about using equipment for stretching and injuries while being out of shape[04:50] Lacrosse ball or tune up ball? Coach Valerie discusses both[05:40] Why do we get the tingly feeling after being seated for a while?[06:20] Coach Valerie shares why roller balls are so important for the feet[07:22] Extra cushioned shoes are a bad thing in running - learn why here[08:11] The foot and ankle have a lot of muscles that need to be cared for[08:38] Coach Caroline encourages us to look up holistic stretching[09:54] Coach Valerie discusses a cadaver study and what it revealed for stretching[11:15] Let’s talk reflexology[12:06] If you have an injury - try this[12:27] Stretching is a myth? Gasp! You gotta hear this![13:16] Coach Valerie drives home what is really happening when you’re “stretching”[14:35] How we perform a movement is telling. It might not be tightness of muscles, it could be this[15:51] Here you will learn how you can pull a muscle and common running injuriesRate, Review & Subscribe ReminderDon’t forget to like and subscribe to our show. You can also rate and review our show on Apple Podcasts! We’re on Spotify as well!Links mentioned in episodeYou can use the RUNRX code at Accumobility to save 10%:https://www.acumobility.com/products/eclipse-roller/We are working on discounts with Tune Up Fitness:https://www.tuneupfitness.com/shop/self-massage-therapy-ballshttps://www.runrx.fit/Have questions? Email us at [email protected]