It isn't really PRT related since I'm a civilian, but I thought someone here might have a suggestion. I am getting back into running again but having a heck of a time with a very tight IT band. It's a problem I've had before, and part of the reason I gave up running.
The only ways I've found to stretch it are to stand with my legs crossed and arch to the side, making a bow shape with my body, or so sit on the ground with one leg straight out in front of me and the other crossed over so that I am hugging the knee. Neither really feel like they are giving it a good stretch, but it's the best I've come up with.
I generally walk for 3-5 minutes, then stretch it, then walk or run normally, stopping to stretch it again if I start to feel knee discomfort. Sometimes I can get a few miles out of it with no problems and other times I can barely get in 10 minutes of running (or even walking) before I am in a good amount of pain.
Any suggestions?
The only ways I've found to stretch it are to stand with my legs crossed and arch to the side, making a bow shape with my body, or so sit on the ground with one leg straight out in front of me and the other crossed over so that I am hugging the knee. Neither really feel like they are giving it a good stretch, but it's the best I've come up with.
I generally walk for 3-5 minutes, then stretch it, then walk or run normally, stopping to stretch it again if I start to feel knee discomfort. Sometimes I can get a few miles out of it with no problems and other times I can barely get in 10 minutes of running (or even walking) before I am in a good amount of pain.
Any suggestions?