What is Self-Myofascial Release? In simple terms, self-myofascial release is self-massage, often done using aids like foam rollers and tennis balls. Myo- refers to muscles, and fascia is a layer of connective tissue that connects your skin to your muscles. We can hold a lot of tension in these tissues, so by rolling them out and self-massaging, you can “release” and relax them. What Does Self-Myofascial Release Do? The commonly held belief is that foam rolling and other type
