Enhance Your Running Performance: Mastering Thoracic Spine Foam Rolling Techniques

In the realm of running, optimizing thoracic spine mobility is essential for achieving peak performance and preventing injuries. The thoracic spine, located in the mid-back region, plays a pivotal role in facilitating rotational movements—a crucial aspect of the running stride. In our latest "how to" video, Coach Amanda unveils expert techniques on how to effectively foam roll your thoracic spine, unlocking greater rotation and enhancing your running mechanics.

Running is indeed a sport of rotation, where the body's ability to twist and turn efficiently directly impacts stride length, power generation, and overall performance. However, tightness and stiffness in the thoracic spine can impede this rotational movement, leading to compensations elsewhere in the body and increasing the risk of injury. Coach Amanda's instructional video provides runners with invaluable insights into addressing this issue by incorporating foam rolling techniques tailored specifically to the thoracic spine.

Throughout the video, Coach Amanda guides viewers through a series of targeted foam rolling exercises designed to release tension and improve mobility in the thoracic spine. By applying controlled pressure to this area, runners can alleviate stiffness, enhance rotation, and ultimately optimize their running mechanics. Incorporating these techniques into a regular warm-up or cool-down routine can significantly benefit runners of all levels, enabling them to move more efficiently and with reduced risk of injury.

Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or a recreational jogger, prioritizing thoracic spine foam rolling can revolutionize your running experience. Join Coach Amanda as she shares her expertise, empowering you to take charge of your thoracic spine health and unlock greater rotational capabilities. With improved mobility in this crucial area, you'll be well on your way to running faster, stronger, and with greater ease.

Looking for more support? CLICK HERE to Check out our strength program for runners and get your first week free! Unlock access to over 100 strength, yoga, and running how to videos!

Kelly Roberts

Head coach and creator of the Badass Lady Gang, Kelly Roberts’ pre-BALG fitness routine consisted mostly of struggling through the elliptical and trying to shrink her body. It wasn’t until hitting post-college life, poised with a theatre degree, student loans, and the onset of panic, that she found running. Running forced Kelly to ditch perfectionism and stomp out fear of failure. Viral selfies from the nyc half marathon struck a chord with women who could relate to the struggle, and soon the women’s running community Badass Lady Gang was born.

BALG is about enjoying life with a side of running. Kelly’s philosophy measures success by confidence gained, not pounds lost. If you aren’t having fun, it’s time to pivot. Kelly is an RRCA certified coach and has completed Dr. Stacy Sims ‘Women Are Not Small Men’ certification course helping coaches better serve their female athletes. Over the years Kelly has coached thousands of women from brand new runners to those chasing Boston marathon qualifying times, appeared on the cover of Women’s Running Magazine, joined Nike at the Women’s World Cup, and created a worldwide body image empowerment movement called the Sports Bra Squad. She lives in Brooklyn, New York.

http://BadassLadyGang.com
Previous
Previous

How To Foam Roll Your Quads

Next
Next

Unlocking Hip Flexibility: The Ultimate Guide to Foam Rolling Your TFL