How to Use a Foam Roller

Foam rollers are becoming increasingly popular tools that help decrease muscle soreness related to exercise. So do they really work?

Member Comments

ALPHACAT
My PT recommended one and it works. While it is a little uncomfortable getting through the soreness, the stiffness and soreness relief is very worth it. I have a smooth side one.
TAT2EDCARE_BEAR
I purchased one at Costco and it is hard as a rock and very uncomfortable.
JUNETTA2002
Thanks for sharing.
CECELW
I haven't used my foam roller in quite a while. It is painful to use at times. I have lupus and fibromyalgia. However, I do use it when I feel muscle is tight.
YMWONG22
Thanks.
CECTARR
Thanks
CD25385367
I have a foam roller and don't use it. Hit home when she mentioned "if it hurts, you need to use it more often." I am a ball of knots.
HILDEGARDE48
Thanks Nicole-I have seen the foam rollers but really didn't know too much about them. Thanks again!!!!
MBURKEOB2
Coach Nicole,

YOU ARE SIMPLY AWESOME!!
CD10676776
Thanks for the information on how to use a foam roller. Very helpful.
AIYANASMAMA
Thanks for the tips
JVANAM
I have always been regretting that
I was not as wise as the day I was born.
- Henry David Thoreau
CD17907081
I have a smooth one and a bumpy one. They work wonders! I saw a physical therapist a few years ago and he said it would loosen my leg IT-bands and it did. I use the foam rollers every day along with my stretching routine. Helps with tight muscles- loosen them up.
RUNANDRUN
I have one and love it. Helps with my knees and hips.
SPINECCO
I plan to start using my foam rubber roller.My hamstrings are my major sore and stiff areas that need work.The video is a good informational source. Thank you.