Do foam rollers and massage tools actually help you recover faster from tough workouts? Get the real science behind these popular recovery techniques.

In this episode, I dive into a new research review on using self-massage for addressing muscle pain and restricted mobility associated with intense exercise like resistance training. I summarize findings on the efficacy of common self-massage tools - including foam rollers, massage balls, vibrating rollers - and interprets how average gym-goers can apply the science to their own fitness routines.

Learn:
The proposed mechanisms behind why self-massage provides acute benefits
How does foam rolling compare to massage sticks for pressure and mobilization
The limited evidence on long-term efficacy and injury/performance impacts
Caution about claims that self-massage boosts athletic performance
The role self-massage can play before exercise as part of a warm-up
Safe self-massage techniques to avoid nerve damage
How the average person can use self-massage to manage delayed onset muscle soreness

Get clarity on what the research says so far regarding self-massage for mobility and recovery. Discover tips for smart incorporation into your own exercise programming.

Self-Massage Techniques for the Management of Pain and Mobility With Application to Resistance Training: A Brief Review

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Quotable moments:

"So instead of going to a massage therapist, they're using these devices, different self massage tools, like foam rollers, massage balls and percussion massagers, like a Theragun aim to improve blood flow and mobility while lowering. the perception of pain." - Dr. Erik Korem

"Foam rolling may provide greater pressure and tissue mobilization compared to like roller massagers, like massage sticks. So if you're taking a massage stick and just massaging your quads, versus laying on a foam roller which has got your whole body bearing down on it. It's going to provide more pressure." - Dr. Erik Korem

"I actually like these things. It's like a regular foam roller and there's like a, you know, vibration device in there. And I like to kind of do a trigger where I'll just kind of sit on an area and then move the area." - Dr. Erik Korem



ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST:

The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals.   Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself.

On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense.

Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery.

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Do foam rollers and massage tools actually help you recover faster from tough workouts? Get the real science behind these popular recovery techniques.
In this episode, I dive into a new research review on using self-massage for addressing muscle pain and restricted mobility associated with intense exercise like resistance training. I summarize findings on the efficacy of common self-massage tools - including foam rollers, massage balls, vibrating rollers - and interprets how average gym-goers can apply the science to their own fitness routines.
Learn:
<ul>
<li>The proposed mechanisms behind why self-massage provides acute benefits</li>
<li>How does foam rolling compare to massage sticks for pressure and mobilization</li>
<li>The limited evidence on long-term efficacy and injury/performance impacts</li>
<li>Caution about claims that self-massage boosts athletic performance</li>
<li>The role self-massage can play before exercise as part of a warm-up</li>
<li>Safe self-massage techniques to avoid nerve damage</li>
<li>How the average person can use self-massage to manage delayed onset muscle soreness</li>
</ul>
Get clarity on what the research says so far regarding self-massage for mobility and recovery. Discover tips for smart incorporation into your own exercise programming.
<a href="https://journals.lww.com/nsca-jscr/fulltext/2023/11000/self_massage_techniques_for_the_management_of_pain.26.aspx">Self-Massage Techniques for the Management of Pain and Mobility With Application to Resistance Training: A Brief Review</a>
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Quotable moments:
"So instead of going to a massage therapist, they're using these devices, different self massage tools, like foam rollers, massage balls and percussion massagers, like a Theragun aim to improve blood flow and mobility while lowering. the perception of pain." - Dr. Erik Korem
"Foam rolling may provide greater pressure and tissue mobilization compared to like roller massagers, like massage sticks. So if you're taking a massage stick and just massaging your quads, versus laying on a foam roller which has got your whole body bearing down on it. It's going to provide more pressure." - Dr. Erik Korem
"I actually like these things. It's like a regular foam roller and there's like a, you know, vibration device in there. And I like to kind of do a trigger where I'll just kind of sit on an area and then move the area." - Dr. Erik Korem
 
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ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST:
The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals.   Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself.
On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense.
Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery.
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The BluePrint Podcast is for go-getters and high achievers who crave practical strategies to elevate their health, well-being, and performance. Host Dr. Erik Korem delivers bite-sized, science-backed tactics to optimize your busy life and help you excel in all areas. Whether climbing the corporate ladder or managing a hectic household, this show equips you with the tools to thrive.

Oh, and we also talk about pickleball!

Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss actionable science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself.  

Dr. Erik Korem is a high-performance pioneer on a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life. Over a decade ago, he introduced sports science and athlete tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football and has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense.  

Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is also the Founder and CEO of AIM7, the first pickleball health and performance app designed to prevent pain and injury and elevate performance.

SUPPORT & CONNECT  

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ 

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QUOTES  

“The key is using stress and adapting to it and improving. That’s what high performance is to me, the ability to adapt rapidly so you can achieve your potential. There are five key pillars to creating the conditions for adaptability: sleep, exercise, mental resilience, nutrition, and community/relationships.” - Dr. Erik Korem  

“I maybe have a different concept on leadership. To me, leading is a verb. If you’re leading, you’re a leader. If you’re swimming you’re a swimmer, if you’re driving you’re a driver. If you’re leading you’re by definition a leader. I define leading as being looked to in a particular moment to make a decision or perform an action based on your unique gifts and abilities. So by that definition, everybody is a leader. All rank and role really describe is how many people are hoping you get it right when it’s your turn to wear the weight.” - Clint Bruce

"Attention is the currency of performance." - Dr. Peter Haberl

“That’s what I’ve discovered in the lives of brilliant, prolific, healthy creatives, is that they have networks of people they leverage in the course of their work. That they learn from, that they were challenged by, that they gave great insight and purview into their own life and work, in such a way that they were able to receive feedback that helped them get better at what they do.” - Todd Henry

"Restful and fulfilling sleep enables you to grow, adapt, and thrive. It creates the conditions for adaptation, so you can pursue audacious goals and thrive in uncertainty." - Dr. Erik Korem

"Most exercise programs fail, not because the reps and sets are poorly designed, but because the program doesn't adjust for how much stress your body can adapt to that day!. That's why Dr. Chris Morris' research and practical application of fluid periodization is the key for unlocking your performance potential." - Dr. Erik Korem

The BluePrint Podcast is for go-getters and high achievers who crave practical strategies to elevate their health, well-being, and performance. Host Dr. Erik Korem delivers bite-sized, science-backed tactics to optimize your busy life and help you excel in all areas. Whether climbing the corporate ladder or managing a hectic household, this show equips you with the tools to thrive.
Oh, and we also talk about pickleball!
Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss actionable science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself.  
Dr. Erik Korem is a high-performance pioneer on a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life. Over a decade ago, he introduced sports science and athlete tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football and has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense.  
Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is also the Founder and CEO of AIM7, the first pickleball health and performance app designed to prevent pain and injury and elevate performance.
SUPPORT &amp; CONNECT  
Instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/">https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ </a>
Twitter - <a href="https://twitter.com/ErikKorem">https://twitter.com/ErikKorem </a>
LinkedIn - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-korem-phd-19991734/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-korem-phd-19991734/ </a>
Facebook - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem">https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem </a>
Website - <a href="https://www.erikkorem.com/">https://www.erikkorem.com/ </a>
Newsletter -<a href="https://erikkoremhpcoach.activehosted.com/f/1"> https://erikkoremhpcoach.activehosted.com/f/</a> 
QUOTES  
“The key is using stress and adapting to it and improving. That’s what high performance is to me, the ability to adapt rapidly so you can achieve your potential. There are five key pillars to creating the conditions for adaptability: sleep, exercise, mental resilience, nutrition, and community/relationships.” - Dr. Erik Korem  
“I maybe have a different concept on leadership. To me, leading is a verb. If you’re leading, you’re a leader. If you’re swimming you’re a swimmer, if you’re driving you’re a driver. If you’re leading you’re by definition a leader. I define leading as being looked to in a particular moment to make a decision or perform an action based on your unique gifts and abilities. So by that definition, everybody is a leader. All rank and role really describe is how many people are hoping you get it right when it’s your turn to wear the weight.” - Clint Bruce
"Attention is the currency of performance." - Dr. Peter Haberl
“That’s what I’ve discovered in the lives of brilliant, prolific, healthy creatives, is that they have networks of people they leverage in the course of their work. That they learn from, that they were challenged by, that they gave great insight and purview into their own life and work, in such a way that they were able to receive feedback that helped them get better at what they do.” - Todd Henry
"Restful and fulfilling sleep enables you to grow, adapt, and thrive. It creates the conditions for adaptation, so you can pursue audacious goals and thrive in uncertainty." - Dr. Erik Korem
"Most exercise programs fail, not because the reps and sets are poorly designed, but because the program doesn't adjust for how much stress your body can adapt to that day!. That's why Dr. Chris Morris' research and practical application of fluid periodization is the key for unlocking your performance potential." - Dr. Erik Korem

The BluePrint Podcast offers busy high achievers practical, science-backed strategies to boost health, well-being, and performance. Dr. Erik Korem provides concise tactics to optimize your life, excel in your career or home, and even up your pickleball game. Tools for thriving, no matter how hectic your schedule.

The BluePrint with Dr. Erik Korem

Performance Coach, Dr. Erik Korem summarizes a research review on self-massage techniques like foam rolling to address exercise-induced muscle pain and stiffness. Learn mechanisms, tool comparisons, performance impacts.

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