I was looking for something that would help get some kinks
out and loosen my muscles for after my runs. Now I am a big fan of the foam
roller, but that is not very portable nor suitable for traveling. When I was at
this year’s Walt Disney World Marathon Expo, I discovered "The
Stick." The Stick is like small plastic rings that rotate when you roll it
on your body. They come in a variety of
sizes, but I got the medium one because it is large enough to reach all places
yet small enough to fit in a carry- on bag if you are traveling.
-The Stick rolls knots out of muscle, providing myofascial
release and trigger point therapy.
- This therapeutic procedure inactivates trigger points,
warms muscles, increases circulation and blood flow
-It relieves pain, increases range of motion, promotes flexibility,
and accelerates recovery
You can go as deep into the muscles as you are comfortable.
The harder you roll, the deeper into the muscles you will feel it. It does come
with a guide that shows what moves to get to certain pressure points. You'd be
surprised how much you can do with The Stick opposed to just foam rolling the
common arm and leg areas. If you really want to see how much the stick can do,
go to an expo and they will show you all the moves that can be performed with
it. It basically sells itself. I was sold the first time I used the product!
Those of you who are going the Disneyland Half Marathon real soon might want to make a plan to stop by this booth and try out The Stick!
If you are hesitant about buying The Stick, a fellow runner
has informed me that you can use a rolling pin!
That’s right a regular old rolling pin that can be found in the
kitchen. Check it out and see how it
works!
Have you ever used The Stick? If so what did you think of it?
~L