body care Archives - Kai Simon Fitness

Relieve Neck and Shoulder Tension Using This Trigger Point Release Technique

My clients are amazed at the improvements in range of motion they experience after doing this simple trigger point release technique I am about to show you! All you need to try this is, a lacrosse ball and a wall. Read this post to the end to learn how to relieve neck and shoulder tension using a lacrosse ball.

5 Exercises To Relieve Neck and Shoulder Tension

Stiff neck and shoulders are common ailments. I feel stiff in my neck and shoulders during stressful times, when I sit a lot and after sleeping on my arm awkwardly. Here are 5 exercises I use to help ease neck and shoulder tension. 1. Traps release Tight traps can cause a stiff neck and tension…

What I Learned From Hand and Wrist Pain

A few years ago, I started experiencing pain in my hands and wrists. I would immediately feel pressure in my wrists, anytime I tried to support my body weight on my hands. I especially felt it in the pushup position. My arms felt strong, but I felt like there was a disconnection from my wrists…

How To Use Yoga Straps To Improve Shoulder Mobility and Trunk Flexibility

Your shoulders and spine can become stiff and achy for a variety of reasons: Sitting for long periods of time, an unbalanced exercise routine, stress, to name a few. I started using yoga straps to improve shoulder range of motion a couple years ago. The addition to my morning warm up routine has offered me…

Why Foam Roll?

A foam roller is one of the tools I use regularly, to help my body stay agile and mobile. WHAT IS FOAM ROLLING? Foam rolling is a self-massage technique used to soothe tight, sore muscles. WHY SHOULD I FOAM ROLL? Benefits: -improves mobility -helps prevent injury -warms up the body -speeds up recovery process WHEN…

Sharing Notes On What I Learned From Being A College Athlete (Ep.2)

This post is the second in a series I am doing called, ‘Sharing Notes On What I Have Learned’. This time, I am sharing what I learned from being a college athlete. I competed with the San Diego State Track and Field team from 2006-2010. I learned a lot from the experience. Here are some…

Sharing Notes On What I Learned From Being Injured (Ep. 1)

This blog is the first post in a series I am doing called, ‘Sharing Notes On What I Learned’. This time, I am sharing notes on what I learned from being injured. Chances are, at some point in your life, you have been, or will be injured. Much can be learned during the process of…

How I Use My Theracane To Relieve Tension In My Neck and Shoulders

I have been using a theracane for several years to relieve tension in my neck and shoulders. I use the theracane after sitting at the computer, long periods of driving, upper body strength workouts, during stressful periods. I love that the theracane is lightweight and easy to bring with me. I use it when I am at home, in between clients, and in the car as a passenger.