Fascia Release Exercises

After performing the exercises, the neck typically feels noticeably looser and upper back muscle tension releases. Many people report sitting in a naturally neutral position the following morning after performing the exercises, without conscious effort. The fascia release exercise routine is designed to be performed for a few minutes each evening. The bowstring stretch pulls through a long lateral fascial chain from the hip and outer thigh, through the rib cage, underarm, and side of the torso. The weighted club exercise primarily elongates the latissimus dorsi and secondarily opens the rib cage and shoulder fascia. The added weight of the club increases the tractioning force on the lateral fascia compared to bodyweight alone. The twist and lateral flex movement addresses diagonal fascial lines of the torso, creating three-dimensional space throughout the trunk. The lateral band bend targets anterior fascial tissue in the chest and rib cage that shortens and pulls the body into a hunched position.