As anyone who has talked
with me knows, I am a huge proponent of tissue work and foam rolling. We all
need to have a daily tissue mobilization practice. With the weather improving
(finally in the Northeast), people are getting more active. Especially runners!
And with that comes tight calves/Achilles and feet. I have had a few comments
lately about the difficulty of holding the body off the ground in order to
create enough pressure for effective rolling. I happen to agree. For this
problem I have a little trick that will allow everyone to create enough
pressure on the calves for great results.
You will need two yoga blocks or two 2" think books and a tiger tail/the stick like device (I use a 1" round dowel).
To perform, place the blocks on the floor and put the tiger tail or dowel on top. Start by placing one leg onto roller just above the heel; place the second leg on the first. Take your time and work up the calf, pointing the foot in and out until just below the knee.
You will need two yoga blocks or two 2" think books and a tiger tail/the stick like device (I use a 1" round dowel).
To perform, place the blocks on the floor and put the tiger tail or dowel on top. Start by placing one leg onto roller just above the heel; place the second leg on the first. Take your time and work up the calf, pointing the foot in and out until just below the knee.
Block Set-up
Beginning Calf Rolling
Using the yoga block set up will allow you to spend more
time working this tissue, giving you better results.
Give it a try.
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