Most people have the idea in their heads that we are held upright by the bones in our structure. But without fascial tissue (the fibrous connective tissue that holds structures of the body together) we'd be a helpless heap on the floor.

Hard to do laundry that way.

 Healthy fascia has great strength and flexibility along with liquidity.

We are supported, bound together, and held upright by the tensile strength of fascia. So it's probably a good thing to take care of it.  

Caring for and strengthening the net of tissue that connects so much of our body is just starting to become a clear and important part of physical training. Practices like Taiji and Qigong, and even massage therapy and other bodywork are all great practices for creating and maintaining a strong, supple system of connective tissue in the body. Bottom line: it prevents injury by increasing elasticity in the body.

So many injuries are the result of putting too much demand on tissue that isn't prepared for...