Use it before, during, or aft er a run or race on these five common trouble spots.ġ. DeStefano's method, called Facilitated Active Stretch Technique, or FAST, involves applying pressure around a restricted or damaged area while moving the muscle through its range of motion. Now, thanks to a new do-it-yourself technique developed by sports chiropractor and 11-time Ironman Rob DeStefano, you can reap the benefits of ART without qualifying for Kona. ART practitioners have been a staple at the Ironman World Championships for the past 20 years.
Ask one how he stays injury-free, and there's a good chance you'll hear about Active Release Therapy (ART), a specialized massage technique that reduces soreness and tightness and speeds recovery. You can learn more from a triathlete than just how to swim and bike.