How to Foam Roll Your Calf Muscles
Foam Rolling Your Calves Foam rolling is one of the most effective self-myofascial release techniques for breaking up muscle knots and restoring mobility in your calves. It will improve your ability to stretch by giving the muscle fibers deep pressure, helping to release restrictions and improve range of motion. Foam rolling is most beneficial for: […]
How to Release Trigger Points in the Calf
Releasing Trigger Points in the Calf If your calves feel tight no matter how much you stretch, you may be dealing with trigger points. Unlike general muscle stiffness, trigger points don’t just make your calves feel tight; they prevent full muscle relaxation and create chronic tension. Trigger points form due to overuse, muscle imbalances, dehydration, […]
How to Release Tight Calves – 3 Steps To Calf Relief
Three Steps To Fixing Tight Calves There’s no single answer for how you can fix your calves. If you think only stretching will fix your issues, you are setting yourself up for disappointment. Stretching is one piece in how to relieve tight calves. But you have to address other issues like restricted tissues and trigger […]
Why Are My Calves So Tight?
The Reason Your Calves Are Tight Unless you are bedridden, you walk every day. And if you do more than just walk each day, your calves will take a beating over the course of years. Tight calves can lead to discomfort, reduced mobility, and even more serious issues like Achilles tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, or knee […]
A Practical Guide to Foot Pressure Points & Trigger Points
Foot Pressure Points And Trigger Points – A Guide To Healthy Feet Read time – 7 minutes When dealing with foot pain, muscle tightness, or overall body tension, a foot pressure point chart can be an invaluable tool. This guide will give you the best visuals to understand the muscles you are trigger pointing and […]
How Foot Pressure Points Affect the Whole Body & Tools for Relief
Foot Pressure Points And Their Affect On The Body The idea that pressing on certain areas of the foot can heal other parts of the body is often met with skepticism—and for good reason. Reflexology and acupressure have long suggested that foot pressure points correspond to organs and systems throughout the body, yet scientific research […]
Understanding Foot Pressure Points vs. Trigger Points
Foot Pressure Points and Trigger Points When it comes to relieving foot pain and improving overall well-being, two terms come up the most. Pressure Points and Trigger Points. While they may sound similar, they are believed to serve different functions in the body. And this article is all about Pressure Points and how they are […]
Foot Trigger Points And How To Fix Them
How To Fix Foot Trigger Points If you think you have Plantar Fasciitis or just have general pain in your feet, you may need to learn about trigger points and how to relieve the pain. And if you don’t know what trigger points are, you can learn all about them in the beginning of my […]
Understanding Plantar Fasciitis & Its Connection to Trigger Points
Plantar Fasciitis and It’s Connection to Trigger Point Therapy Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain, affecting millions of people due to overuse, poor foot mechanics, or prolonged standing. You probably already know this if you’re here, but if you don’t, It occurs when the thick band of connective tissue […]
Understanding the Muscles of the Foot and Their Connection to the Body
Muscles Of The Feet The human foot is a marvel of anatomical engineering. Composed of 26 bones, 33 joints, and over 100 muscles, tendons, and ligaments, it serves as the foundation for movement and balance. Despite its complexity and importance, the foot often goes unnoticed—until something goes wrong. This blog post explores the intricate network […]