Self-Myofascial Release

Do you have muscle tightness or soreness? You may find relief through self-myofascial release – a practice that involves applying gentle, sustained pressure to the connective tissues around the muscles to eliminate pain and restore motion.

In this noontime webinar, we will explore how muscle tightness and soreness impact body movement and the benefits of incorporating self-myofascial release into your wellness routine. After an overview of muscle and fascial physiology, we will highlight the benefits of self-myofascial release for healthy adults. You will also have a chance to practice some simple techniques with guidance from the instructor.

This interactive webinar is ideal for individuals who work on a computer at home or in the office and want to learn how to reduce muscle soreness and tension, especially in the neck, shoulders, the low back and hips. By the end of the seminar, you will be more conscious of your body’s restrictions, and how to improve your body’s movement from within.

Please bring two tennis balls and a crew sock to use in the demonstration. This class may not be suitable for everyone, such as those with recent major surgeries or injuries to the neck, shoulders, low back and hips. If in doubt, please consult a medical professional for guidance.

This class will be recorded and a one-week link to the recording will be shared with all registered participants. To receive incentive points, attend at least 80% of the live session or listen to the entire recording within one week.

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Instructor: Kathryn Newbolt, MS, LAT, ATC, has a master’s degree in kinesiology and is a licensed, certified athletic trainer with Physical Therapy Consultants, Minnesota. Her clinical practice includes primary care, injury and illness prevention, wellness promotion, emergent care, examination and clinical diagnosis, and therapeutic intervention and rehabilitation.

Class details are subject to change.