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Foam Roll Lat

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Difficulty

Easy

Equipment Needed

Foam Roller

Starting Position

Place the foam roller on the ground and put it underneath the arm, just below the armpit. Bring the top leg over the bottom let and bend it so the sole of your foot or shoe is on the ground.

Procedure

 
  1. Masssage your lat and rotator cuff muscles by slowly moving up and down on the foam roller.
  2. Repeat with the other side.

Coaching Keys

 
  • Find a tender spot and apply more pressure to it.

You Should Feel it...

In and around your "lat" muscles.

Exercise Purpose

Improves flexibility and movement within the lat/shoulder complex. Decreases pain and stiffness.

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