Assessment and relaxation methods for latissimus dorsi tightness

< strong>Assessment and relaxation methods for latissimus dorsi tightness

Latissimus dorsi (Latissimus dors)

Once the latissimus dorsi is tight, it will limit the ability to raise the hands overhead Actions, such as pressing training, will limit the range of motion of the shoulder joint! If you insist on raising it, your spine will compensate!

What is latissimus dorsi tightness (Tight)? What is the posture that restricts the movement of raising hands in the air? How to improve your posture?

How to assess latissimus dorsi tightness: "With your back to the wall, lean your lower back to your head against the wall, bend your elbows first, and then make sure you straighten your palms upwards. On the contrary, your back should not leave the wall at this time."

If the neck is hyperextended and the back is away from the wall and the back is arched, it means that the latissimus dorsi is tight; on the right side, the latissimus dorsi is stretched and improved. status.

If the latissimus dorsi muscles are not too tight, the back will not be arched and the hands can be moved forward Raise above.

Excessive tightness of the latissimus dorsi may cause shoulder pain, neck pain (side), and lower back pain (especially when raising the hands above the head). How to solve this situation. What?

"Stretching" and "pressing" are both good ways to relax muscles.

If you stretch, the downward dog pose in yoga can fully stretch. Going to the latissimus dorsi is not an option.

For massage, you can use a foam roller to massage. You can refer to Demonstration of action