Fact: Up to 80% of runners are in pain on any given run, no matter the distance, intensity, or course. And there are some common dysfunctions that show up no matter if you're a dedicated runner, running occasionally for metabolic conditioning or cardio, or just preparing for a fun obstacle race. Here are some self-myofascial release techniques that will limit the most common running problems.
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