Self-myofascial release has been gaining popularity over the years as a way to release tight muscles and improve mobility. There are even entire workout classes devoted to foam rolling — arguably the ...

If you've never invested in a foam roller -- commonly found at sporting goods stores for 20 to 40 bucks -- you're doing your muscles a major disservice. Regularly using a foam roller offers many of ...

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Foam rollers, which are those cylinders often tucked into the corners of fitness facilities or home gyms, are used for self-myofascial release (SMR). SMR is essentially a form of self-massage, the ...

If you’re over the age of 25, you’ve likely experienced back aches at some point in your life. Back pain is one of the most common types of muscle pains that adults experience. It could stem from ...

Looking to build up that 6-pack? That 4-pack? No-pack?! In all seriousness, Firefighter Tim says core training is an essential component of any fitness plan and should be included in your workout ...

Amy Kwan, DPT, PT, has been a physical therapist for over 10 years. Foam rolling might help relieve sore and tight muscles in your glutes and hamstrings. It may be unsafe to use a foam roller if you ...

From massage guns to compression boots, runners now have a suite of recovery tools available to them – but what about the fuss-free foam roller? A long-standing staple in many runners’ arsenals, this ...

The use of foam rollers is widely associated with an affordable way to give yourself a deep tissue massage. It aids in loosening up tight spots by applying pressure as you roll the body over it. This ...