Self-massage is a crucial recovery method for any climber. Physio James is back with Lattice Climbing to talk about the ‘what, why, and how’ to keep you healthy and performing your best.
Summary:
Intro: (0:00)
What is self-massage and why is it useful?: (1:48)
How often and how long should you self massage for? (9:15)
Should you avoid nerves?: (10:52)
Consistency is key: (13:30)
What time of the day should I self-massage?: (14:16)
Methods for self-massage: (15:03)
Using a massage gun: (23:00)
Top three areas to focus on as a climber: (31:55)
Outro: (34:18)
Lattice Training provides systematic assessment and training tools for climbers. Founded by Tom Randall and Ollie Torr, they share many great training tips with the world.
