HOW TO RELEASE TIGHT MUSCLES (Prevent injuries and move better!)

Learn how to perform active release on yourself using a foam roller or ball. I made this video so you can follow along with me, but feel free to spend more time on any tight areas that you might have. Ideally, this active release technique should be the first part of your warm-up whether you're headed out for a run, about to do a strength session, or even just before you do some mobility or static stretching. If you jump right into mobility or stretching, you may not actually release your tight muscles. Doing active release first will loosen up your muscles so you can then fully benefit from mobility exercises and get the range of motion you need for your best running form. I know this may just seem like another thing you should do but don't really want to do. My advice is to make it a goal to do this for a month and see if it helps. Notice if you feel better on your runs, especially that first mile. Sometimes one tight muscle can screw up your entire stride. Also, know that a little is better than nothing. I think a longer, fully body active release session once a week is a good idea, but most days a couple of minutes is more than enough. Personally, I feel that listening to upbeat music and doing the active release is a great way to get both my mind and body ready for my run. Special thanks to Kevin Purvis for making sure I implement this on a daily basis. http://www.kpperformanceboulder.com/ Thanks so much for watching! My personal Instagram:   / sandinypaver   Coaching Instagram:   / sagerunning   Coaching Website/ Training Plans: https://www.sagerunning.com/ Discounts on Gear: Shoes: Use Code TOPONYPAVER20 at https://www.topoathletic.com/ Sunglasses: https://www.roka.com/collections/sage... Unived Nutrition: Use Code SANDI10 at https://www.unived.us?ref=67 Other: https://www.sagerunning.com/discount-... Clothes: https://www.runinrabbit.com/