download Tips And Strategies For Calf Cramp Sufferers (Health-NewsWire.Net, December 10, 2015 ) Portland, OR -- Functional Energy Academy has released another training video in their self-care series outlining a strategy for preventing and relieving calf cramps. The Portland, Oregon based company is run by James Cedar, who is a nationally certified massage therapists and has a background in martial arts and Chinese Medicine.
In this video, James demonstrates some simple strategies for preventing cramps, including nutritional tips, self-massage with a muscle stick, and gentle stretching. He also walks viewers through a technique for interrupting a calf cramp in progress—something that people afflicted by cramps may find especially helpful.
Although it is difficult to say exactly how many people are affected by this painful problem, for those who experience calf cramps frequently it can be a very aggravating and disruptive health problem. Part of the issue is that a cramp can strike without warning and cause excruciating pain.
Calf cramps can occur anytime, and they often happen during or right after extended periods of exercise. Perhaps the most disconcerting occurrence is when they wake a person out of a deep sleep in the middle of the night.
There are a number of possible causes for cramps, including electrolyte imbalance or deficiencies, dehydration, overtraining, drug side affects, and inactivity.
In his video, James describes one nutritional strategy he employs for keeping his muscles healthy that may be a surprise to some. An imbalance or deficiency of potassium or magnesium is sometimes implicated in causing calf cramps. By consuming blackstrap molasses daily he is able to add valuable minerals to his diet, including potassium, manganese, magnesium, copper, iron, and calcium in and easy to digest form.
James says, "I know calf cramps can be really terrible, and I wanted to share some of my strategies for dealing with them. With the right knowledge and tools people can learn to manage this annoying problem. Maybe it's my background in massage therapy, but I just want people to feel good and be healthy."
James cautions that it's important to check in with a doctor before taking on any new health or fitness routine. He says, "If you're having unexplained pain or swelling in your calf, you should get it checked out because it could be a sign of a serious health condition."
About TUFF Active Gear
TUFF Active Gear provides high quality, durable gear for fitness and active lifestyles with a focus on excellent customer experience and satisfaction. TUFF Active Gear is committed to supporting and promoting functional movement, energy, and optimal wellness. TUFF STX muscle roller stick is designed with quality and performance in mind.
TUFF Active Gear
James Cedar
5038980798
media@tuffactivegear.com
Source: EmailWire.Com
|