Can Tight Hamstrings Cause Back Pain?
Back Pain Caused By Tight Hamstrings Many people experience lower back pain and wonder if tight hamstrings might be to blame. In this guide, we’ll cover why this may be the case for you and how to find out if your hamstrings are the cause. If it is your problem, you will need the hamstring […]
Hamstring Trigger Points & Release Techniques
Get Rid Of Hamstring Tension With Trigger Point Techniques This article is going to teach you how to relieve your hamstring tightness or pain with trigger point therapy. When you build this into your warm-up and daily routine, you will notice a difference in performance and daily life. Pair it with some stretches from the […]
Self-Myofascial Release and Trigger Point Techniques for a Tight Tibialis Anterior
Tibialis Anterior Trigger Point Techniques Tightness in the tibialis anterior sucks. When this muscle is under constant strain, it can be annoying or straight up debilitating. Fortunately, I have the best stretch for your tibialis anterior here, which pairs well with this article because, In this article I will give you the proven methods for […]
How to Stretch Your Tibialis Anterior: A Step-by-Step Guide to Improve Mobility and Prevent Pain
Stretching The Tibialis Anterior Muscles The tibialis anterior is one of the main muscles used in lower body movements. But it’s more overlooked than almost every other muscle in the body. So if you get shin splints, or have poor ankle mobility in your ankles, here’s everything I know about stretching A-tibs. Oh, and skip […]
How to Trigger Point Your Upper Calf Muscles (Gastrocnemius-Specific)
How To Trigger Point Your Upper Calf – The Gastrocnemius Muscle Most people let their calf tightness go untreated for years… even decades. When trigger points develop in the gastrocnemius, they can create issues in a bunch of other areas. This leads many people to believe that their discomfort stems from ankle, knee, and hip […]
How to Trigger Point Your Lower Calf Muscles (Soleus-Specific)
Trigger Pointing Your Lower Calf – Soleus Muscle Deep Dive The soleus is one of the strongest muscles in our bodies. It takes on so much load and has to do it without fatiguing. But it is overlooked when addressing calf tightness, but in most people it is chronically tight and underestimated in its need […]
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 […]