After a weekend of non-stop surfing (after months of little-to-no surfing) my low back was most definitely feeling it after all that paddling. Was yours??
Or maybe you’re not a surfer, but you experience low back discomfort or pain — You’re definitely not alone. The NIH recognizes low back pain as the 2nd most common cause of disability and estimates that over 80% of the population will experience low back pain at some point during their life. Yikes!!
So whether you surf a lot, train a lot, or spend hours working over your garden bed / work bench / desk / computer — Check out this myofascial release (MFR) tutorial to help you release tension, ease pain, and free up some space in the low back so that you can continue to feel good and move well! I highly recommend this as recovery post-surf or sport, or at the end of a long day.
You’ll need: 2 therapy balls — I’m using my favorite RAD Recovery Rounds (use code “CAITRAD15” for 15% OFF your entire order at RADroller.com). You could also use tennis balls or 2 pairs of rolled up socks. A blanket and a chair may also come in handy!
Let me know how it goes for you! Feel free to reach out with any questions and if you like the tutorial please bookmark and share with your friends! Wishing you all an awesome week.