If you’ve ever slept funny, had a desk job, had a rough workout, shoveled too much snow, played too much golf, had
a stressful day, or spent too much time in front of the computer, then read on.
A few weeks ago, the beautiful people at Yoga Tune Up® told me about their self massage therapy ball program. When they sent me a sample of this program, I popped in the CD and followed right along. I wasn’t expecting to receive a deep tissue massage in this kit, but that’s exactly what I got!
Yoga Tune Up therapy balls are high grip rubber balls that unlock the knots and the stress in places like your neck, shoulders, back…you name it! Just by using your own body weight against the therapy balls, these little miracle workers are able to reach your neck and shoulders where a foam roller just can’t.
Yes, I’ve tried rolling around on tennis balls trying to massage a sore shoulder on more than one occasion, but there’s something different about the size and structure of these tools that really help loosen up tight muscles. Plus, the founder, Jill Miller, walks you through an audio program to help you connect with just the right trigger points.
I just did the program targeted for the upper back and neck, but they offer other programs to reach other parts of the body, too. I liked it so much that I might go back for the mini-series.
Want to WIN a set of Fitness & Spice Approved therapy balls from Yoga Tune Up? Then just tell us what part of your body could use a Tune Up! Enter the drawing by Friday, January 29th at 11:59 P.M. EST and the winner will be announced on Sunday.
Now I really must go give my back a quick Tune Up so I can have a namaste.
Jamie says:
January 28th 2010Joanna you keep finding these little gems and leaving a pretty trail everywhere you go! And I am just going to keep following you and scoop them up an put them in my pocket! Yes of course I desperately need a good massage! I am going to Physical Therapy and exercising my back 3 days a week to help correct my posture from 10 years of carrying too much weight,most of it up front so my muscle memory has curved my spine forward. I have lost 50 pounds in 2009 and am working hard to continue the trend and work on correcting my posture. This sounds like the perfect remedy for a poor aching back!
Steph Hoogenboom says:
January 28th 2010All over my back would be lovely….mmmmm
Miz says:
January 28th 2010middle of the back please. pronto. stat. asap.
Jess (Fit Chick in the City) says:
January 28th 2010This seriously looks amazing! This isn’t a joke in any form or fashion I need help with my plantar fascia, IT band, gastroc, and soleus. If I HAVE to pick one of those 4 I guess I’d go with my gastroc. Great giveaway!
Jessica@HowSweet says:
January 28th 2010I NEED these!!! I have the worst tension in my neck and back that gives me terrible headaches. My husband can’t massage me more than he already does!
amanda says:
January 28th 2010I could really use this because I am too cheap to buy myself a massage from anyone. My hubby when he is here does an “okay” job
Nashli says:
January 28th 2010My neck and shoulders stay tight and stressed…creating migraine headaches. I would love to have these!
Donna Bush says:
January 28th 2010Oooooh, my neck/shoulders! I sit at my laptop most of the day and it’s awful, especially because the hinge is broken and I have to prop it up, and can’t afford to get it fixed right now. I’m also a terrible sleeper and need a new pillow. Would LOVE these because like someone else up there said, the husband doesn’t do a great job. (Oh, he tries, but it’s not stellar.) Thanks for the opportunity.
Dawn Schaperclaus says:
January 28th 2010The base of my neck and shoulders!
Thank you!
Anna @ Newlywed, Newly Veg says:
January 28th 2010I would LOVE to win this gift, but I’d actually give it to my husband– he has big lower back problems :-(
Carrie Sola says:
January 28th 2010I really could use a tune up on my right shoulder and back. The Chiro and massage is helping, but I some fine tuning would help!
Naomi(onefitfoodie) says:
January 28th 2010ohh wow I love your giveaways!! these look so awesome!! I acutally just got a massage the other week because my back is in KNOTS! but shelling out 70 bucks is not soething I can do so often, these look like they would do the trick!! :)
Heather @ Side of Sneakers says:
January 28th 2010Oh my feet and hips could most definitely use a serious tune up!
Diane says:
January 28th 2010I’ve just started swimming again after rotator cuff surgery last year. Yes, that’s right, last YEAR!!! My shoulders and upper back are very tired and in need of massage. This looks fabulous, Joanna! I’m going directly to the link right now.
april says:
January 28th 2010My back and neck could use a tune up! I wake up with lock jar a lot of mornings and I’ve heard massaging the neck can help!
michelle says:
January 28th 2010My lower back has been bothering me a lot lately, and these look like they would work so well! What a great find, I had no idea these existed. Thanks for sharing!
Tracy says:
January 28th 2010I could definately use a tune up in my shoulders/neck. I sit at a computer all day long, so I tend to slouch in my chair. I love massages so this would be perfect!!!
Erika says:
January 28th 2010Allll my rotater cuff muscles. I can definitely tell I haven’t been consistent enough in the pool!
Mikela says:
January 28th 2010Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, I would LOVE these! I’m like you, have tried tennis balls, etc. These would certainly help the “life stress” going on in my shoulders right now!
Bob says:
January 28th 2010My neck and upper back are just waiting for this!
Jodie says:
January 28th 2010My upper back and shoulders needs a tuneup. Thanks for sharing.
Rachel says:
January 28th 2010My hands and wrists need a tune up! I have carpal tunnel from all the typing and texting!!
The Candid RD says:
January 28th 2010Oh how neat!! Let’s see, I don’t get sore very often, or really feel any tension anywhere (I guess I’m lucky? I don’t know, because my mom is always sore…), but Nick could use these FOR SURE! He complains about his neck, his feet, his legs, all the time! I try to rub it out, but he always insists on more more more. haha. It never helps, He would LOVE these!
Tracey @ I'm Not Superhuman says:
January 28th 2010You’re a wealth of knowledge when it comes to super cool products.
I’ve been hunched over this computer all day long, so my shoulders would very much like a massage. Like, right now. :)
Laura says:
January 28th 2010This contest couldn’t be better suited for me. After 13 years of athletic training and being active with my patients all day, I moved to a sales rep job and spend alot of time in front of a computer. Within the past month, I’ve developed back and neck pain, and now hand numbness. So I could REALLY use a tune up! I would use those Yoga balls throughout my neck, shoulders, and back….I’m smiling just thinking about it!
My body is not enjoying all this sitting, and certainly not in the positions that I sit in. Thanks so much for this great product info!
Amanda Thebe says:
January 28th 2010they sound awesome!! You find the best products :)
Laura Lea says:
January 28th 2010I would absolutely love to win a set of these tune up balls. I am a yoga instructor and could try them out with my clients as well! As I am writing this comment, I can feel the neck and shoulder tension in my upper back and could really go for one of these tune ups right about now…smiles!
Claice says:
January 28th 2010Always, always my neck and shoulders. Teaching teenagers can give you a real crick in the neck. :-)
Heather says:
January 28th 2010My shoulders are always the worst. I have tried several things to loosen them up, but nothing seems to help. I would love to get my hands on these babies!
Jody - Fit at 52 says:
January 28th 2010Joanna, if you read my post today & my weight training, you will see I need this EVERYWHERE! And once you read about my other weight workouts & cardio ones, you will really see I need this everywhere! :-) Very Cool!
Wynn says:
January 28th 2010Just like Laura, I love the idea of these tune up/massage balls. I work at a computer most days,so it’s the upper back, neck and shoulders that carry all the stress. I would love to win.
Lisa B. says:
January 28th 2010My shoulders! This sounds great.
Tracy says:
January 28th 2010ohh everywhere :( working 7 days a week bagging groceries and doing laundry do on number on your soul, let alone your body!!!! but i don’t let that deter me from my workouts. its my mental therapy. so I could def use some help in the physical therapy department!
Heather Lindsay says:
January 28th 2010Shoulders and arms since I am a bodyworker.
Carol says:
January 28th 2010This could be what I need to help me to be able to move easier each day. I have arthritis in my spine and so far I have not been able to find a back massager that can give me some relief. I can not afford to go get a massage everyday.
Howard Burns says:
January 29th 2010I’ve lost 136.5 lbs. To achieve my goal, I run 3.2 miles per day. This is very hard on my legs. The part of my body I’d use the Yoga Balls on is my legs. My legs are very sore after my daily run. I could REALLY use these. Thanks. Howard
BK says:
January 29th 2010What.. oh wow.. this rocks!!!! Please I could really use this as my legs are very sore!!! this would be a great backup to when I can’t make it to bikram yoga or as an option to my fav yoga dvd. count me in! Namaste!
sian-girlgetstrong says:
January 29th 2010I need this for my back….so stiff!!
Carol Maddoux says:
January 29th 2010I especially need to tone my abs.
Toaster says:
February 3rd 2010The part of my body that needs the Tune-Up is my upper back & shoulders. I am constantly doing yoga & other forms of stretching to work this area, and it does help, but it just tightens up again. Having to spend 1 1/2 hours in the car every day doesn’t help! :o
Steve (mr yoga DVD) says:
May 23rd 2010my knee, I have tentonitis right now. probably because my hips got too tight …
Steve