Sunday, February 6, 2011

Foam Rolling

There is a new fitness craze crossing the country that you may have been wondering about: Foam Rolling. 

This is the use of a high density foam cylinder to stretch and massage your muscles and soft tissue in order to increase flexibility and reduce soreness. Used for a variety of applications such as rehab, sports training and improving balance, Foam Rollers provide a comfortable yet challenging training surface regardless of fitness level.

Foam roller-exercises can also provide a means to help reduce tension in tight muscles and relieve stress in trigger points.

Benefits of using a foam roller for stretching and massage

  •       Massage at your convenience
  •       Target all your sore points; release your trigger points
  •       Increase range of motion
  •       Decrease soreness and pains
  •      Increase training efficiency
  •      Fix postural problems
  •      Recover faster



Tips for the perfect Stretch
  •  Concentrate on sore and tight areas
  • Roll the full length of the muscle
  •  Go slow, you will get more benefit
  • Roll on each muscle a few times



A Word of Caution    
 As with any exercise there are risks, you should always consult your physician before beginning any new exercise regime.

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