Who Uses Foam Rollers?

There’s a general buzz around the simple tools known as foam rollers, which are very inexpensive circular (or semi-circular) foam pads that are being used for certain kinds of fitness routines.So who’s using foam rollers? Lots of athletes, as well as amateur workout participants, are using foam rollers for pre or post workout activities like stretching. Also, many patients recovering from injuries are finding foam rollers to be a good way to keep pressure off of wounded joints, bones or muscles while taking part in home physical therapy work. Runners, swimmers, dancers and many more types of...Read More

Foam Rollers: New Training Methods

Foam rollers are a great training aid, but they are often not used to their full potential.  A foam roller can help you stretch, balance, and strengthen your tendons and muscles. Typically, people only use a foam roller to roll out particular tight spots in their body. This form of “self massage” has many benefits, and the foam roller can indeed be used to suit this purpose, and with some creativity, other uses for the roller can be put into practice. Balance and coordination A long foam roll can be used as a balance and coordination aid for those recovering from an injury or for those who...Read More