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In the evening, I'm quite partial to doing some stretching and foam-rolling.
Can anyone suggest which order I should do these in? Will doing them in a particular order have more beneficial effects?
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Posted 16 March 2011 - 09:33 PM
I roll then stretch. I reckon the fibres should be freed out before stretching everything out. This is based on nowt other than feeling, and the reasoning used is probably not applicable to something I really don't fully understand! I usually feel looser if I roll first but this could just be in my head.
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Posted 17 March 2011 - 09:22 AM
Agreed. I roll (foam and lacrosse ball), then do active mobility (bands, distractions etc) then if I feel like it, stretch. I find if I do it in that order I feel "looser" than if I stretch first.
Often I will roll and mobilise, then workout, then stretch. I find this to be the best option as far as how I feel goes.
Often I will roll and mobilise, then workout, then stretch. I find this to be the best option as far as how I feel goes.
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Posted 18 March 2011 - 09:57 AM
I'm a stretcher then roller but it does seem to make sense the other way round.
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Posted 20 March 2011 - 06:14 PM
Spoke to a UK Athletics physio and he said makes no difference, its down to personal preference.
I just don't do it. Full range of movement through every exercise gives me all the flexibility I need. And a sports massage every 12 weeks does the job.
I just don't do it. Full range of movement through every exercise gives me all the flexibility I need. And a sports massage every 12 weeks does the job.
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Charlie Brooker & Chris Morris.
"Don't get hung up on the stopwatch or times, or even weight lifted, think about technique, technique, technique and listening to your body. You will not perform better every session and that is set in stone. Test your self every month keep a written journal not just a forum, a place where you can keep personal notes that you can read to motivate yourself. Don't compare yourself to others when you are working out and likewise do not think that you are already fit as fcuk!!! As someone will always be in front and behind you, ultimate confidence in your abilities yes, but arrogance no, there is a fine line.
But most of all do the things you hate above the things you like or are good at, this will make you a better athlete. Save the things you like for recreational sessions. But ultimately enjoy it, even when you hate it! And finally remember the mind will always give in before the body!"
Here endeth the lesson.
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