straddlyLatissimus Dorsi-SMR
Muscles worked
Main muscles
- Erector Spinae
What it is
This movement uses a foam roller to apply self-myofascial release to your latissimus dorsi muscles. You will target these large muscles along the side of your back, extending from your spine to your arm. It helps improve tissue quality and mobility in this area.
Technique tips
- Place the foam roll just behind your armpit.
- Keep your arm extended slightly behind you.
- Use your legs to control the pressure.
- Hold the pressure for at least 10 seconds.
- Breathe deeply to help release tension.
- Shift slightly to find tender spots.
How to track your progress
Log the hold time of each set. Straddly keeps your best hold for this exercise and tells you when you beat it, so a two-second gain does not go unnoticed.
