Mobility
5 articles
RecoveryAugust 20, 2026 · 10 MIN
Foam Rolling for Runners: The Evidence-Based Guide to Self-Myofascial Release
Foam rolling reduces delayed-onset muscle soreness by 20–30% and improves range of motion by 4–7% without the strength loss associated with static stretching. Here's what the research says about technique, timing, and which muscles benefit most.
RecoveryJuly 25, 2026 · 7 MIN
Mobility Routine for Cyclists: Prevent Injury and Improve Power Output
Cyclists develop predictable tightness patterns from hours in a fixed flexed position — hip flexors, thoracic spine, hip rotators, and hamstrings. This targeted routine addresses each area in under 20 minutes.
RecoveryJuly 23, 2026 · 8 MIN
Yoga for Endurance Athletes: Flexibility, Strength, and Recovery
Runners and cyclists typically have tight hip flexors, shortened hamstrings, and a stiffened thoracic spine — the exact structures yoga targets most effectively. Here's how to incorporate yoga for fewer injuries and better performance.
TrainingJuly 5, 2026 · 8 MIN
Hip Flexor and Piriformis Injuries in Runners: Causes, Treatment, and Return to Running
Hip and gluteal pain in runners often goes undiagnosed for months while athletes stretch the wrong structure. Here's the anatomy, the distinguishing features, and evidence-based treatment for the two most overlooked hip running injuries.
RecoveryJune 20, 2026 · 6 MIN
Foam Rolling for Runners and Cyclists: What the Evidence Actually Says
Foam rolling is nearly universal in endurance sport — but most athletes misunderstand why it works. The evidence points to neurological mechanisms, not fascial release, and this changes how you should use it.