Foam roller?

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meeper123
meeper123 Posts: 3,347 Member
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How much does it help? I have a small one that was given to me, and I thought since I am going to be adding in more weight training that it wouldn't be a bad idea to start using it. How do you use it? What sort of improvements have you seen?
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  • Chieflrg
    Chieflrg Posts: 9,097 Member
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    youtube is your friend
  • Mia_RagazzaTosta
    Mia_RagazzaTosta Posts: 4,885 Member
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    I bought one today and used it before and after my workout. It's my new best friend.
  • meeper123
    meeper123 Posts: 3,347 Member
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    yah I did find a good video I think:

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NAuh5Pg8uYU
  • meeper123
    meeper123 Posts: 3,347 Member
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    mine is only about half as long as that is that ok?
  • Capt_Apollo
    Capt_Apollo Posts: 9,026 Member
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    i love my foam roller. and if it's good enough for jim wendler, it's good enough for me.

    here is a great article. http://www.artofmanliness.com/2013/06/13/trigger-point-release/
  • Capt_Apollo
    Capt_Apollo Posts: 9,026 Member
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    mine is only about half as long as that is that ok?

    i have a small black one myself.... ;-)
  • meeper123
    meeper123 Posts: 3,347 Member
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    i love my foam roller. and if it's good enough for jim wendler, it's good enough for me.

    here is a great article. http://www.artofmanliness.com/2013/06/13/trigger-point-release/

    That really is extremely helpful thanks! Oh ok was wondering I saw a lot of long ones being used , but mine was just a short one I will start using it tomorrow :)
  • MyPureSteez
    MyPureSteez Posts: 265 Member
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    Got onelast week after putting it off for months.. Only regret is that i didn't get it sooner. Worth every penny! Buy one now
  • meeper123
    meeper123 Posts: 3,347 Member
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    Got onelast week after putting it off for months.. Only regret is that i didn't get it sooner. Worth every penny! Buy one now

    I hear it hurts, but is worth it. I suppose never know until you try.
  • Capt_Apollo
    Capt_Apollo Posts: 9,026 Member
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    Got onelast week after putting it off for months.. Only regret is that i didn't get it sooner. Worth every penny! Buy one now

    I hear it hurts, but is worth it. I suppose never know until you try.

    it doesn't hurt any more than a massage
  • TisheaDH
    TisheaDH Posts: 32 Member
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    I used a foam roller during my Arrosti therapy treatments after a car accident. I am sold on their benefits and consider it an integral part of my fitness.
  • meeper123
    meeper123 Posts: 3,347 Member
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    Got onelast week after putting it off for months.. Only regret is that i didn't get it sooner. Worth every penny! Buy one now

    I hear it hurts, but is worth it. I suppose never know until you try.

    it doesn't hurt any more than a massage

    Oh well pft then I was thinking real pain. I actually like that kind of pain.
  • Sabine_Stroehm
    Sabine_Stroehm Posts: 19,263 Member
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    youtube is your friend
    This. I use it for running. I use it for work related stress. I use it after long plane trips. And lately, I've been doing pilates on it.
  • karen19711
    karen19711 Posts: 99 Member
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    Simply The Best. Smile K
  • meeper123
    meeper123 Posts: 3,347 Member
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    Sounds awesome :D
  • lisal11
    lisal11 Posts: 59 Member
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    I started using an 18" Tiger Tail roller after a calf muscle tear. It's been very helpful to keep it from turning into a tight little knot as it heals. Additionally use it for rolling over the back of my neck and shoulders. Also, it makes it much easier for your spouse/significant other to give you a back massage. :P
  • meeper123
    meeper123 Posts: 3,347 Member
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    Hehe might have to make him use it as well I never do massages anymore a bit of a oversight I think lol
  • MyPureSteez
    MyPureSteez Posts: 265 Member
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    Got onelast week after putting it off for months.. Only regret is that i didn't get it sooner. Worth every penny! Buy one now

    I hear it hurts, but is worth it. I suppose never know until you try.

    It's a good kind of hurt. Like a deep tissue massage. The next day you'll be glad you did it. especially if you get really bad DOMS after your workouts
  • JoRocka
    JoRocka Posts: 17,525 Member
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    yes- foam roller- yes.

    Wine bottle when that gets too beat up.
  • ShaniWulffe
    ShaniWulffe Posts: 458 Member
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    I love love love foam rollers. The firm, black ones from OPTP are my favorite. They really release the muscles for me. I've noticed that when I use one before ballet class, my turnout is much better and my extensions are higher :)

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