How Do You Massage Upper Abdominal Muscles For Martial Artists?
More than any other sport, martial arts are brutal on abdominal muscles. The brutal way punches and kicks attack the stomach and abs is enough to bring anyone to their knees. When a match is over, it’s a good idea to properly massage those muscles to allow them to heal quickly, as well as relieve pain. Stretch before beginning a massage routine. If you are planning on giving yourself the massage, properly flex and bend this area of your body so the massage will not damage any muscles. If you are performing the massage for someone else, ask them to properly stretch as if they would before a match. Pinch the muscles with your fingers. This will be a wider, smoother pinch that uses all fingers and focuses on a specific area of the abs. Begin at the top of the abdominal muscles, and slowly work your way down the body. Follow up the pinching routine with a circular motion. Using your three longest fingers, apply pressure to the abdominal muscles and rotate in small circles. Like the previou
