Why You’re Still Tight After Stretching
Ever stretch and still feel like a tight rubber band afterward? You’re not alone—and no, you’re not doing it wrong.
The truth is, tight muscles aren’t always just “tight muscles.” Sometimes what you’re actually feeling is restricted fascia—the web-like connective tissue that surrounds and supports your muscles, bones, and organs.
Fascia can become dehydrated, sticky, and restricted due to things like poor posture, stress, repetitive movements, or injury. And unlike muscles, fascia doesn’t always respond to traditional stretching. In fact, to truly release it, we need sustained pressure—enter myofascial release (MFR).
Why Foam Rolling Isn’t Always Enough
Foam rolling is awesome—but it primarily works on superficial fascia, the more surface-level layers. To address deeper restrictions, you often need more specific, intentional pressure held for 3–5+ minutes (and often guided by a skilled practitioner).
In my recent workshop, I guided participants through a series of myofascial release techniques using therapy balls to help bring this work home. People walked away saying they felt like jello—in the best way.
If you missed it—don’t worry! I’ll be hosting more soon. Keep an eye out for announcements 💛
At-Home Fascia Tips 🏠
Want to start melting fascia on your own? Here are a few of my favorite ways to get started at home:
✴️ Roll your feet and hands
These are small, often neglected areas where fascia tends to bunch up, affecting the entire fascial web. Try using a tennis ball, cork ball, or therapy ball to gently roll the bottoms of your feet and palms. You may be surprised at the full-body relief this creates.
✴️ Hold, don’t roll (at least not fast)
Pick a tender spot and just stay there—sink, breathe, and wait. Holding pressure for 3+ minutes gives your fascia time to melt and unwind.
✴️ Think of fascia like butter 🧈
If you pull butter straight from the fridge and try to cut it, it’ll crack and break apart. But if you let it sit for a bit, it softens and spreads smoothly. That’s how fascia works too—it needs time and gentle warmth to release. Rushing it won’t help, but patience will.
Ready to feel real relief?
