Feeling tight after a workout? The culprit may be trigger points or “knots” in the muscles that cause stiffness and limit mobility. The solution: Loosen knots after you train with self-massage regeneration moves. While foam rollers are often used for big muscle groups, a simple tennis ball can do the trick by targeting hard-to-reach smaller areas of the body. Plus it’s small enough to store under your desk at work or to fit into your suitcase.
Try working through the these movements on three common trouble areas each day to increase your mobility: Hip flexor, Glutes, and Pecs. For each area, work through your muscle with the tennis ball for 20 to 30 seconds. Don’t forget to switch sides and repeat.