Although stretching is a great way to help your muscles recover after a hard workout, there’s another tactic that comes in handy as well. Foam rolling is becoming more well-known and popular for many reasons. One great thing about foam rolling is that it’s something you can do without necessarily warming up beforehand, like you would with stretching. You can foam roll before a workout, afterwards or at a separate time like while binge watching your favorite show. Foam rolling helps you reap the benefits of a sports massage without having to pay the high price. Benefits include improved circulation and flexibility, reduced inflammation and reduced scar tissue and joint stress.
You can easily pick up a foam roller for $20-$50 at stores like Walmart, Target or other sporting goods stores or simply order one from Amazon or an athletic website. Know that there are different variations and sizes, so keep that in mind when making your purchase. So what do you do when you get your foam roller? Well, to help you get started and find out what moves and exercise you will get the most from, here are ten foam roller video routines for you to help your muscles recover from your workouts. If you’re new to foam rolling, be sure to take the instruction in the videos seriously and only foam roll 2-3 times a week until you get used to the activity.
