Muscle Tightness In Your Legs & Feet – Endless Challenges
Lacey MUSCLE TIGHTNESS IN YOUR LEGS: HOW TO FIX IT
If you’re suffering from muscle tightness in your legs, don’t panic! This can happen due to a lack of stretching or after any strenuous activity, especially if you push yourself harder than usual. The good news is that there are several ways to fix it, as well as prevention methods so you never have to deal with this issue again! Here are the 6 best ways to relieve tightness in your legs once and for all.
What Are Tight Muscles?
Did you know that tight muscles can be a big cause of muscle pain and other forms of discomfort in your body? In fact, there are many different causes of muscle tightness, from stress to being immobile for too long. To help yourself get relief from painful muscle tightness (or reduce it as much as possible), it’s important that you first understand what causes it.
Causes of Tight Muscles
The biggest reason people feel a tight sensation in their legs is because of sitting all day. As an office worker, I spend an average of eight hours per day sitting on my butt. When we sit, our lower-body muscles just don’t work as hard, so they become lazy and tighten up. Another common cause is prolonged pressure on those leg muscles—like when you walk for long periods of time or run, play sports or ride a bike for extended periods.
How To Fix Muscle Tightness
Tight muscles are very common, especially after exercising. Achieving muscle tightness can lead to a number of physical issues including pain and numbness. In many cases, it’s simply because you’re still holding tension from your workout. To get rid of muscle tension, try these helpful tips: A good massage is an excellent way to relieve tension that may be lingering in your body after a long day at work or exercise. Choose someone who has experience with sports massage techniques as they will be able to apply pressure to areas where your muscles are sore without causing further injury. If you don’t have access to professional help, consider purchasing a handheld massager for use at home.
As a muscle activation specialist, we see many clients suffering from leg muscle issues and feet issues like tendonitis. These issues can be addressed with our in-person appointments. Schedule an appointment today and find the root cause of your pain.