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How to Use a Foam Roller to Release Your IT Band

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Uploaded on Oct 21, 2009

Find foam roller exercises here: http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/e...

What is a foam roller and how do I use it? Coach Nicole of SparkPeople.com demonstrates a myofasical release (self-massage) technique for decreasing pain, tightness and stiffness in the IT band (outer thigh), which is common in runners.

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  • tsjkj

    do i need to do this after every run? and how long should i do this just until its not stiff or what?

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  • sparkpeople

    I personally do this a little bit each day. After each run IS a good idea--just for a few minutes. When you find a spot that is sore or tight, linger there and the pressure on the roller will help release it. Hope that helps.

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  • tobychehochan

    I have struggled with IT band syndrome for months, and finally I found out that massage works the best for me. I am running again.

    Thanks for the video!

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  • BarefootJax

    My ITB is SOOOO painful when I try this. Nearly too painful to be able to do it. I use the front foot to try and take the pressure off. I shall keep on trying with this and hope it works. Thanks for the video

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  • 145bobby

    i did'nt believe that it would hurt, everything else was painless, when i did IT band on the foam roller i held back tears

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  • BAREDANCINGBABES

    I have never seen this b4, and, have done Yoga for over 20 years- this works very well to let off tension in the IT band...Bravo! W

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  • tsjkj

    Cool Ty i will try this..

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  • MariosLasagna

    good work. I am trying to heal my IT band it's such a long injury gosh darnit!!!!!!!!!!!

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