Foam Roller?

sc1572
sc1572 Posts: 2,309 Member
edited October 2024 in Fitness and Exercise
Hello! :) I have a foam roller and have been using it about once a week. However, I only know how to use it on my quads and back. Any tips or exercises to use with it? I have no idea and don't want to use it the wrong way! Thanks! :)

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  • drog2323
    drog2323 Posts: 1,343 Member
    I've seen some youtube stuff. you can try google and the area you want to massage. prob some stuff online you can see.

    i do it on my hams and calves. also IT band....that hurts!
  • brendansmithptatc
    brendansmithptatc Posts: 20 Member
    Go to the Titleist Peformance Instutitutes website and there is a good instruction video on the site. You will need to register (it is free) and then search the exercise area. www.mytpi.com Some of the exercises will hurt while doing them but it will improve flexibility much faster than static stretching. FYI.... I am a physical therapist and certified athletic trainer with 15+ years experience.
  • brendansmithptatc
    brendansmithptatc Posts: 20 Member
    Here is the link for their foam roller warm-up. http://www.mytpi.com/mytpi05/Fitness/article.asp?id=602
  • missyyclaire
    missyyclaire Posts: 572 Member
    I've worked in theater for many years and have seen dancers use these all the time. They mostly lay it on the floor and waller all over it! Seriously. They tend to use it for hips and thighs a lot. I guess it really feels good and helps them warm their muscles up for dance.
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