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Foam roller??

RRRobynnn
RRRobynnn Posts: 31 Member
edited January 28 in Social Groups
I'm suffering through a bad case of DOMS in my hamstrings. Would a foam roller help with relieving muscle soreness? Are they hard to use? Any recommendations?

Thanks!

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  • jhgreer
    jhgreer Posts: 145
    It definitely helps - if you can roll before and after working out it will help even more. I just searched on amazon for one - can't remember off the top of my head what brand it was but around $25. Worth every penny!
  • justlistening
    justlistening Posts: 249 Member
    Foam rollers are great and can be used for muscle soreness almost anywhere. They are not hard to use. Just put some body weight where you are sore and roll on it. I have used them for all over my back and they even help my neck. Remember to stretch your hamstrings too, that will help.
  • Beeps2011
    Beeps2011 Posts: 12,262 Member
    I totally LOVE the foam roller - I use it after EVERY single work-out on my IT band(s) and my quads. Just google "foam rolling" and "hamstrings" and I'm sure some images will pop up which will help you out.

    DO IT!
  • RRRobynnn
    RRRobynnn Posts: 31 Member
    Thanks for the replies! I'll definitely order one. Should I get a 36" or would a smaller one work?
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