Tightness in the iliotibial band, or IT band, is very common among athletes, especially runners and cyclists. Many people try to stretch the ITB, and even cause themselves unnecessary pain with a foam roller.
Here’s a secret: It’s virtually impossible to stretch the IT band. Not only that, there’s no evidence to suggest that IT band stretching is beneficial. What can help, however, is stretching the surrounding musculature-particularly the hip abductors, flexors, and internal rotators.
In this video, I show you 2 stretches - one standing, one lying down - to stretch not only the lateral aspects of the hip and thigh, but also the entire length of the side body. These stretches will help you release tension and leave you feeling taller and more mobile. Definitely beats the agony of foam rolling your ITB!
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Негізгі бет Quick and Easy Solution for a Tight IT Band (Iliotibial Band)
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