RAD Roller How-To Pt. 2

Recently, veteran CorePower Teacher Claire Ewing took us through some great ways to use a RAD Roller to assist in Myofascial release. This technique involves applying gentle pressure to connective tissue throughout the body with a rolling tool and can be a great way to support your muscles between moments on the mat.

As a reminder, here are a few benefits of using the RAD Roller: 

• Increases your blood flow and range of motion 

• Promotes relaxation and quicker recovery 

• Connects you to your body – aka helps you de-stress

Looking for more great ways to use a RAD Roller? We’ve got you covered! 

Note: We suggest that you hold each move for 8-10 breaths. 

NECK

Take the RAD in to your dominant hand so one end of the tool is free to massage. Gently massage from behind the ear to your clavicle bone.

LATS 

Feel the side of your body from your armpit down to your side - this is your lat muscle. Lay down on the floor on one side and place the RAD Roller perpendicular to the muscle fibers of your lat. Gently rotate your chest up and down. Complete on left and right sides.

HIP FLEXORS

Find your hip flexor, which is about 1 inch below your hip bone. Lie face down on the ground and place the RAD perpendicular so it hits directly in the hip flexor region. Begin to sheer the roller side to side to feel the release in your hip region. Repeat this exercise on both hip flexors.

CHEST

Lie face down and place the roller right above your pec muscle and below your armpit. Lower yourself onto the roller and start to make small circles. Work down towards your opposite hip with the circular motion. 

RAD Rollers are sold at all CorePower Yoga Studios. Try rolling before and/or after any CorePower Yoga class to receive maximum benefits. Ask your teacher to show you a RAD Roller the next time you hit your mat.