Yep, after hauling a longboard around, you’ll need to stretch it out. Photo: Shutterstock.
Whether you’re a weekend warrior or a dawn patrol regular, if you surf at all, your back accumulates tension. The neck, shoulders, lats, and lower back all bear the brunt of paddling in addition to oddly positioned wipeouts. Over time, this can seriously mess with your back. The easiest way to keep your back healthy is to regularly release tension by rolling out knots and stretching your muscles. This 17-minutes guided foam roller & tennis ball “workout” demonstrates the best moves to release tension and keep your back in tip top shape. Also, skip to 2:15 if you don’t feel like listening to the intro.
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