Men's Fitness Guide

Loosen up muscles

THE COACH

Mike Aunger is an expert musculoskeletal and sports physiotherapist. He’s worked with elite athletes in skiing, bobsleigh, rugby and football. He currently runs his private practice, Technique Physiotherapy and Sports Medicine, and works part-time for the Chelsea FC academy.

THE GOAL

“Applying pressure to your muscles with a foam roller, called self-myofascial release, is just like getting a sports massage,” says Aunger. “Doing these

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