Foam rollers have the ability to alleviate tight muscles and soreness because they increase blood flow and flexibility. They’ve become popular over the last few years because they’re lightweight and portable, and they can be used to work so many areas of the body like a sore back or tight hips or hamstrings.
Similar to traditional stretching, a foam roller is great for lengthening and elongating muscles, but unlike stretching it adds a massage effect into the mix. By utilizing your own body weight the foam roller allows you to perform a myofascial release, which is much like a self-massage, because it breaks up trigger points and helps stimulate blood flow and circulation to your muscles and tissues.
Using the foam roll
A foam roll should be used as part of your daily routine, not just when you have a sore spot. A lot of people wait until they feel tightness and simply roll it out, but it is ideal to think of the roll as a preventative measure to reduce your chances of a future injury or tightness.
Here are a few methods for using the foam roller effectively. If you have any questions on which foam roll is the right size for you, exercises, aches, or pains, feel free to contact our personal trainer at 616.997.6172.
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