The correlation between: Fascia, Muscles and Drinking Water

WWWWWH Fascia

Who: Fascia is made up of multiple layers of connective tissue and hyaluronan

What: There are four different kinds of fascia: structural, intersectoral, visceral, and spinal

When: The job is never ending for the nerves that make up fascia

Why: Allows for ease of movement and protects our muscles

Where: Fascia covers organs, blood vessels, bones, nerves, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and tissues

How: Stay active, stretch, hydrate, foam roll, or even try a sauna or cold therapy 

Your muscles are supposed to be pliable tissues, otherwise they could actually become brittle and sticky when movement between the fascia and muscle interact during a period of hydration. Explore in depth why water is key when you want to move with ease in this article on water and facia.

Fascia, a connective tissue

Explore in depth why water is key when you want to move with ease in this article on water and facia. Your muscles are supposed to be pliable tissues, otherwise they could actually become brittle and sticky when movement between the fascia and muscle interact during a period of hydration.

Those who have fascia that is neglected, or unable to function properly can experience the following:

• Poor sleep quality

• Bad posture

• Dehydration

• Stress

• Improper eating habits

• Overuse or injury of muscles

• Sedentary lifestyle

A body that is not properly in balance will display irregularities which can be seen in postural and walking habits. When looking at a person’s gait you can spot where the body is compressing, shifting or rotating unnecessarily. Your task: next time you step outside in a public space where you can people-watch, take a moment to compare one person’s way of walking with another’s. Or you take a look at your own gait with a friend. Learn more on gait analysis.

Benefits of fascia:

• improved body symmetry and alignment

• increased blood flow, which means faster exercise recovery

• reduced appearance of stretch marks and cellulite

• scar tissue breakdown

• reduced risk of injury

• less day-to-day pain

• improved sports performance

Key takeaway: Move, and drink water! Listen to your body when it feels tight or pain occurs. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to share in a message! Continue reading more here