Recovery: Stay Injury-Free With Self Massage

Self-massage is an easy and effective way for endurance athletes to treat tightness and stay injury free.

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In this video Sage Rountree explains how self massage can be a useful bridge between regular massage sessions and can help target areas that are overtight or overworked. Also, learn how tools such as a golf ball, foam roller or massage stick can aid in restoring the body back to a less-tight state.

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