Do foam rollers work

jaz050465
jaz050465 Posts: 3,508 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
I understand they are quite controversial. What do people think?
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  • twinmom01
    twinmom01 Posts: 854 Member
    you mean for rolling your muscles after a work out - if so - yes they do at least for my husband and I.

    We will use them to roll our legs and back an hour or so after a big workout and usually 24 - 36 hours after when DOMS start to settle in.

    Part of it is using proper techniques and really getting a good roll - I used a few different videos on You Tube to find ones that work for me.
  • jaz050465
    jaz050465 Posts: 3,508 Member
    Yes, that's what I mean. Thanks
  • Cyclink
    Cyclink Posts: 517 Member
    As a method of self-induced torture to help loosen up tight muscles: yes.
  • yo_andi
    yo_andi Posts: 2,178 Member
    If it doesn't feel like torture, you're doing it wrong. I use mine religiously. In fact, I have a date with it tonight after running a race yesterday.
  • iWaffle
    iWaffle Posts: 2,208 Member
    Foam? Meh, I use a piece of 4" PVC. Yes it's slight torture, and yes it really works. Make sure you have a safe-word established with your roller so you can tell it when the pain is too much.
  • KimertRuns13_1
    KimertRuns13_1 Posts: 702 Member
    My favorite post run torture device. Yep, they work.
  • neverstray
    neverstray Posts: 3,845 Member
    Love it. I will feel all tight and sore, and after a rolling session, I feel so much better and loose. It's almost as good as a massage, maybe better because you can really hone in. I use the rumble roller, so it's pretty hard core for me. Takes 40 minutes just to get through my calves. The rest of my body doesn't take as mong, but my calves are so dang tight. It takes a while to move through.
  • wellbert
    wellbert Posts: 3,924 Member
    Controversial? Since when?
  • ShiraDarling
    ShiraDarling Posts: 232 Member
    Yes!!! I love the foam roller, for real. Whenever I have access to one after a run, I will use it. Love the feeling , it only hurts for me if I haven't rolled it out in awhile.
  • jaz050465
    jaz050465 Posts: 3,508 Member
    Controversial? Since when?

    When I googled it I read that some people think they don't work.
  • TheeGeeMarie
    TheeGeeMarie Posts: 59 Member
    Yes. They work. I have an inappropriate level of attachment to my foam roller. It's amazing. As others said, if it doesn't hurt, you're doing it wrong.
  • jaz050465
    jaz050465 Posts: 3,508 Member
    So can anyone recommend a good one?
  • laylaness
    laylaness Posts: 262 Member
    The SO and I love ours. We just have one like this: http://www.amazon.com/36-White-Foam-Roller/dp/B002DPX3GS
  • Hendrix7
    Hendrix7 Posts: 1,903 Member
    for ultimate pain you need a rumble roller.

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  • tri10806
    tri10806 Posts: 192 Member
    Yes, and if you ever develop IT band syndrome one will become your best friend.
  • wellbert
    wellbert Posts: 3,924 Member
    Controversial? Since when?

    When I googled it I read that some people think they don't work.

    Ah, they probably forgot that thye don't come with batteries.
  • kenazfehu
    kenazfehu Posts: 1,188 Member
    Haha - I dropped in to talk about curling your hair.
  • matthew8387
    matthew8387 Posts: 37
    yep...they are a litttle easier to use on your legs than your upper body..but they definitely help your body open up more before and after a workout

    one of the best investments ive made
  • Tw1zzler
    Tw1zzler Posts: 583
    As a method of self-induced torture to help loosen up tight muscles: yes.

    Once you get past this phase they are amazing. I can't live without mine now.
  • MariaChele85
    MariaChele85 Posts: 267 Member
    Yes they do! Especially after a hard core workout, man it hurts sooo goood!
  • tracypk
    tracypk Posts: 233 Member
    Yes they work.
  • NostalgicMuse
    NostalgicMuse Posts: 340 Member
    I fix my hair w/ them sometimes...................
    :indifferent:
  • matsprt1984
    matsprt1984 Posts: 181 Member
    Your not using them enough or using them wrong.
  • charelg
    charelg Posts: 599 Member
    I prefer a good massage any day over those things!
  • Sabine_Stroehm
    Sabine_Stroehm Posts: 19,263 Member
    I prefer a good massage any day over those things!
    Sure. So do I. But a roller is much more affordable.
    I find that I need fewer visits to the Chiro and the massage therapist for neck kinks if I just roll out once a day or so (upper body).
    And yes, it's great for tight ITBs.
  • matsprt1984
    matsprt1984 Posts: 181 Member
    for ultimate pain you need a rumble roller.

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    In black....;-)
  • lauriem1966
    lauriem1966 Posts: 134 Member
    I've never heard of these before but I think I need one! Anyone have a youtube link they could share so I know how to use it???

    ETA...I found one on the rumble roller, for myofascial release, which I currently attempt to do with a tennis ball for my extremely tight teres major....and to think I thought this thread would be about curling hair.
  • meshashesha2012
    meshashesha2012 Posts: 8,329 Member
    so painful but yes they are good.
    since i cant afford real massages these are my cheapo alternatives
  • mmthelen25
    mmthelen25 Posts: 6
    My Foam rolling is by far one of my fave parts of my workouts! hurts so good. I've noticed my muscles dont get as tight and recovery time is quicker :)
    http://www.performbetter.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/PBOnePieceView?storeId=10151&catalogId=10751&languageId=-1&pagename=91

    ^^^ this website explains what its all about and also has some great techniques
  • MoreBean13
    MoreBean13 Posts: 8,701 Member
    Controversial?!?!


    Yes they work.
    +1 on rumble rollers. In Black.

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