Video: The Benefits Of Massage For Runners
- By Sage Rountree
- Published Aug. 30, 2012
- Updated Feb. 22, 2013 at 11:06 AM UTC
In this video Sage Rountree explains the different types of massage available to endurance athletes. Regular massage is a great way to foster recovery and provide feedback on how your training is working.
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FILED UNDER: Injury Prevention / Running Injuries / Video TAGS: active release technique / Massage / Recovery
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