Behind Foam Rolling’s “Hurts So Good” Benefits
Learn what science says about what’s actually going on in foam rolling, and how to reap the greatest benefits.
Learn what science says about what’s actually going on in foam rolling, and how to reap the greatest benefits.
The other day, I decided to do step-ups… because I hate step-ups. And not just regular step-ups… lateral ones. Where you step sideways onto a platform while keeping all of your weight in one leg. I hate them because I’m not good at them. And doing things I’m not good at is not my idea of fun.
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