1. Undergo Vibrational Analysis
There is a brand-new technology sweeping the nation that you may not be aware of called Whole Body Vibration. It is performed by machines with platforms that vibrate at different speeds and different depths. One of their main perks is to stimulate muscle spindle activity. This causes a huge stretch reflex, resulting in amazing gains in flexibility. It is not uncommon to stand on these machines and then step off and touch your toes, when you were three inches shy beforehand. This is after only one 30-second session! You may be wondering what relevance this process has to massage. The answer is that it acts like the muscle stimulators you often see in massage studios, but on a far higher level. Consult with your local health clubs to see if they have this technology. If not, then beg them to get it.
2. Loosen Your Muscles
This will probably come as no surprise to you, but when your muscles are sore or tight, your flexibility is compromised. A very valuable way to relieve this problem is to partake in a nice, relaxing massage. The whole idea of massage is to release adhesions, which are knots in the muscles. A massage will turn you into a bowl of jelly on the table, and it will also flush toxins out of your system. It’s a double win.
You may find it amazing how much of a difference massages can make in your flexibility. The results are pretty immediate and instantly gratifying. One word of caution, though: Make sure to drink lots of water before and especially right after a massage, to help facilitate the flushing of impurities from your system. You most likely will also be unpleasantly surprised at all the sore spots your massage therapist will find that you didn’t even know you had. Just remember to breathe.
3. Go With the Roll
There is a type of flexibility training you can administer to yourself with the help of a foam roller; it is called Self Myofascial Release (SMR). A foam roller is an apparatus that is gaining popularity and momentum in gyms and rehab centers across the country. SMR is basically a way to relieve knots and sore muscles without any help from your friends. You find a sore spot, such as your glutes; you sit on the foam roll for about 15 seconds, then slowly proceed to the next sore location when the pain has subsided. You can literally roll any location on your body that has adhesions.
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