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#061 - Christie Aschwanden - The Truth About Sports Recovery

Modern Wisdom

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The Science Behind Massage as a Recovery Modality

This chapter explores the science behind massage as a recovery modality, debunking claims about its effects on lactic acid and hormones. However, it acknowledges that massage provides relaxation and makes people feel good, contributing to recovery. The discussion also includes an examination of a study on soft tissue work using metal tools and the misconception surrounding foam rolling.

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