Beginner
IT Band Foam Roll
Author
Owen JonesUpdated
17 Sep 2024Demonstration Video
- Description
- Instructions
- Muscle Groups
- Tips
Exercise Description
IT Band Foam Roll provides stability and movement in the knee and protects and strengthens the lateral thigh. It is also helpful for hip rotation, extension, and sideways movements.
Exercise Instructions
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Step 1
Take a foam roller and lie on the floor on your side. Set the foam roller on the outside of your lower leg so that your weight is on the foam roller and your arms. Stretch your arms out in front of you, supporting your torso. This is your starting position. -
Step 2
Push your body back and forth so that the foam roller rolls up and down the outside of your thigh. Return to starting position.
Muscle Groups
IT Band Foam Roll targets Hips, Quads as seen below.
Exercise Tips
- Avoid excessive pressure at first. Start with light pressure and build up over the course of the set.
- Avoid scrolling too fast. Start at a slow pace, moving through the muscles in a controlled manner.
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