What is RockFloss?
RockFloss is a reusable mobility tool that can help you move better and with less pain. It’s a simple, latex, elastic band that fits easily in your backpack or gym bag, and is easy to use and super-convenient.
Why Should I Use RockFloss?
RockFloss uses the science of compression and fascial shearing to help unstick muscles and joints so they move better and with less pain.
Benefits of RockFloss
- Improve mobility
- Reduce inflammation
- Prepare muscles and joints to help you perform and move better
- Decrease muscle and joint pain
When Should I Use RockFloss?
RockFloss can be used before or after training, or as part of a rehab program. Be sure to discuss using RockFloss with your existing medical professional if you are currently being treated.
How Should I Use RockFloss?
RockFloss can be used on almost any part of the body – body part size is typically the only limiter. Shoulders, knees, wrists, elbows, hips and ankles are all great target areas. Do not use RockFloss on your head or neck. For reference, a range of instructional videos are available on the RockTape website.
How To Apply RockFloss to Treat Tight Calf Muscles
Here’s how to apply RockFloss with the goal of increasing flexibility, helping with pain management and improving range of motion. Be sure to watch the official video below for a visual guide to using RockFloss on the calf muscle.
- Start wrapping RockFloss just above the ankle joint and below the calf. Be sure to always wrap RockFloss towards the heart.
- Wrap with 50% overlap of the previous loop, and continue to add tension as desired. Note: do not exceed 50% stretch to avoid numbness or discoloration of the tissue.
- Finish by tucking in the loose end of RockFloss.
- For low impact relief, alternate flexing and pointing the toes for 45-60 seconds.
- For high impact, perform 45-60 seconds of calf raises.
- Unwrap RockFloss and store rolled up until the next session.
In addition to regular sessions of low impact and high impact flossing, I’ve also incorporated a mix of ankle and calf stretching exercises as I’m pretty sure lack of ankle flexibility is causing the tight calves, and even some extra stress on the knee joints. If you’re dealing with tight calf muscles or need to improve ankle mobility, here’s a link to a great article:
Tight Calves: Why, How, & What To Do With Them.
Hopefully my summary of RockTape’s RockFloss was useful and will come in handy if you’re looking to treat tight calf muscles, or any other troublesome muscles/joints for that matter. Let me know if you have any questions, and feel free to subscribe if you’d like to be notified about future blog posts. Happy miles!