I am so glad I found this channel, you guys are absolutely fantastic. I've been struggling to improve my running by myself and it's so lovely to feel like now I've found a community that understands why I NEED to run, rain or shine. Love you guys, keep it up!
Loved the video and loved the advice even more. Am on Nike run club and Nike training club and the use of a form roller haunted my mind these past 8 months but now am all set. Thanks
One for the ladies can you do a video how hormones and menstrual period effects performance and running ? I know my running seems a challenge just before and during a period as well as tiredness and DOMS
No u should not why cause it increases vaat or kinetic energy in body which cause pain stiffness , ayurvedic do yoga foam roller stretch bands and resistance bands
@@kalkiavatartruthanddivinep6582 kinetic energy is energy that an object has because it's in motion. Unless you gain an inhuman amount of water weight before or during your period that isn't a concern
Thank you very much Anna and Andy! I've never used a foam roller and I was just about to buy a one after your last video about exercises before running.This video helps me a lot to select the proper one..Many thanks again!😊❤🙏
Considering incorporating foam-rolling into my regimen. I've come to learn of the value that the process of recovery holds, as we push our minds and bodies to distances. Definitely need to dedicate more time to stretching, flexibility, foam-rolling, deep-breathing, and a host of other practices which ensure that we're in better condition when we're ready to go again. Thank you for sharing, and sending your way love, light, and peace :)
Tried a Foam Roller for the first time today afteran extra long run, and man was it nice after(should have done it years ago) Thank you for keep reminding to use them here and other videos
Good post. I bought one today after viewing the before EVERY RUN video this morning. So glad to have an extra tool and to have something to do besides touch my toes haha. Ive skipped stretching in the past cause i wondered if i was even accomplishing anything. These moves look like exactly what i needed.
Thanks. Very informative, especially for new runners. I use the foam roller quite a lot. Not sure foam rolling the back would do much good but what would I know. Thanks again. Keep up the great work.
THANK YOU Anna and Andy! My employer has mandated remote telework at home four days a week which means I'm sitting at my keyboard for as long as ten hours a day. Don't get me wrong -- I'm thrilled to still have my fulltime job, but my glutes and hamstrings really bark at me by the end of the day. The foam roller is just what I need in order to get me through the day and to maintain overall running ability injury-free. Again, THANK YOU! Once again, the Running Channel is BRILLIANT!
Literally wrote an essay for university and only submitted it yesterday, it's like hearing someone read out my essay! 🤣 so good to see channels like this give well researched information!
I use one mostly for my back. I used to go to chiropractor a lot due to my construction job and after long trail runs, but using a roller before and after seems to keep things feeling better.👷♂️🏃♂️
I have a foam roller but rarely use it. After watching this video I now know why I should use it and I will be using it after every single run. Thanks for the practical video. 🥂
good informative video, i use mine after my runs but never thought about using it on my chest muscles will give that a (gentle) go, thanks for the video
Started foam rolling when I was training for my first half (cancelled). Still roll my hams when running more than 20M/Week. Envious of Anna's and Andy's excellent form. Nice work.
I was at first sceptical of foam rolling until my ITB started playing up and I bought a rolling-pin type roller. It is magic. No wonder pro athletes have masseurs on their team. I haven't tried the foam roller but the rolling-pin works the same way with the main difference being that I can more easily control the pressure. Rather than having my body-weight on top of it, I use my hands to apply just the right amount of pressure at any point along the rolling-path.
Yo foam rollers are like magic. My IT bands get so tight and rolling them on rare occasions makes me want to cry. Frequent rolling keeps things way better. Having said that I own 3 dogs and my foam roller sadly became a toy about 2 months ago. Looking forward to my next roller
Excellent content! Informative but doesn't get lost in the detail. I was imagining when shooting these videos Anna and Andy are thinking "don't wince!". I foam rolled once but it was hard. After this video, I will have another go.
Hi guys, thanks for the useful vid! I’m just wondering, if you missed foam rolling and after your workout and woke up with DOMS, would it still be beneficial to foam roll? Or have you missed your chance? Thanks!
Thanks for this. Could do with a video of how to adapt these when you don’t have enough upper body strength to hold yourself up! Then could do with a runners specific video on how to improve upper body including core strength so that I can do them and improve running form!
Thanks for the great video. I'm currently working from home and suffering from tight hamstrings, since the start of lockdown. Hoping my foam roller can help. My running seems to be aggravating the problem even more
Thank you for this video. I have been dealing with lower calf strains throughout my relatively short running career (all of about five years). I've seen physical therapists about it, and now I'm looking into foam rolling. Your channel has been a wealth of information, motivation and entertainment, and the timing of this particular one couldn't be better. Do you recommend supplementing a hand-held foam roller with the type you've shown in this video?
Particularly with your calf muscles, it can be hard to foam roll effectively (ie apply enough pressure) depending on the firmness or dimensions of your roller, so it is worth considering a hand held stick-type roller to help with extra release. Good luck!
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Hello!! Just thought of a video idea for you guys. I’ve been a runner for about 5yrs. I just learned about the runner’s knot!!! Then I thought 💭 this would be a good one to tackle for you guys. ‘Tying your shoes, different knots’ be well
I just bought foam roller. before watching this video,I did almost every exercise shown in this video and then found that I almost know everything about it. Sometimes our intuitions are reliable😊
Hey, great video as I just enter the world of foam rolling. One question, I have heard it from a physio & PT that when you foam roll the lower body you should only apply the pressure rolling upwards (towards the heart) to encourage better circulation to the heart. Apparently it is better for you and your blood flow in the main arteries - 'You should only roll in the direction of vascular flow. This statement refers primarily to the fascial massage of the legs. It is alleged that excessive rolling in the opposite direction to the venous flaps, that is, away from the heart, can be harmful and may result in varicose veins.' Could you clarify this as I am a bit torn. Thank you
Hi Running channel, thank you for this information. I love my foam roller and use it all the time. Wanted to suggest a video on how to go from a hobby runner to a pro runner, is it possible and what does it take?
Yep foam rollers helps a lot, I found, best to do a 5min warm up before you do foam rolling anything like sit ups press ups, squats, leg swings, less chance of bruising or straining the muscles when foam rolling, 👍
I have about 6 different foam rollers and use them all depending on what I’m rolling. I like a smaller diameter foam roller for my calves. The standard 6 inch foam roller for my thighs and a vibrating roller for everything. Also a ball like a tennis ball to roller under my feet is great for plantar fasciitis or just rolling sore feet
Hi guys, great instructional video. I foam roll frequently as well as stretch. I was wondering what you think of the current massage guns on the market as I'm interested in purchasing one.
I followed the instructions from your video and did the foam rolling. Now the muscles are loosened up a bit and can feel the tension easing up. Thank you guys for the video.
Hey, thanks for this and the ‘what you should do after every run’ video, but I have been told by my osteo (and other runners) NEVER to roll on your spine as it’s rolling on bone! I’m a little worried whether you have consulted on these bits with professional physios/osteos/chiros about this?
Hi, thanks for the question. In the video we only suggest rolling your upper back, and as we're not medical experts, we consulted a professional sports physiotherapist in the UK who specialises in running. If you have any concerns, it is always best to take the advice of your own practitioner.
I started using a solid foam roller after watching your video on activations. It certainly seems to be helping with my tweaky knee. But what about hand-held roller sticks? Do they do any good?
It can be hard to foam roll some areas effectively (ie apply enough pressure) depending on the firmness or dimensions of your roller, so it is worth considering a hand held stick-type roller to help with extra release. Good luck!
Hey bro and sissy this video is very informative... I am also runner for the past fifteen years... And I am suffering from Osgood schlatter disease. Lot of kids and adults suffered by this one. Some times which is interrupting my running session. Could you make a brief video on it? And tell us how to fix it on workouts. Definitely it will be helpful for people suffered with this.
Sorry for late reply ... There is no pain while running or walking but while streching for example unable to do entirely kneeling down stretches that time only feeling that part especially where it is occurred felt very I inconvenient. Could you help me to fix this...? 😊
If you look back through several 'The Running Channel' videos and see a video about lost motivation during the lockdown. It's the closest I remember they made of, but good idea!
I love my foam roller but I literally haven't used it in months because my routine used to be rolling out before and after I lifted at the gym, which I would do in the morning. Then in the afternoon went I went running I'd already be rolled out. Now that I can't go to the gym, my routine has been disrupted and I keep forgetting to roll out because I never did it directly before running. Last night my IT band was in PAIN and I was like WTH then I realized I haven't rolled out since I last went to the gym, which was March 11th if I recall 😂
You can do both! Check out our pre-run (ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-qZfNtEtSnPI.html) and post-run routines (ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-zbayPYgUWUw.html) for stretches!
I bought my first foam roller the other day.. my 9yr old granddaughter seen it , as she does gymnastics she started rolling all over it... I now have to buy another one.. 🤣
A beautiful running lady with 2 sport watches on her hands :) What more could someone wish for? Just kidding, really great video. I have some calf issues lately so I'm gonna go ahead and foam roll.
