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Whether you want relief from post-workout soreness or general tension, these are the rollers to try.
A foam roller can help smooth out the tension and kinks that build up from daily stresses, such as sitting most of the day while working. If you've been working out at home or outside, a foam roller can be an amazing workout recovery tool -- and it may be the closest option you have to a massage until your local spas reopen.
Foam rollers are extremely popular in the fitness world since it's used to increase range of motion and help ease muscle tightness and muscle soreness. Foam rolling is kind of like using a rolling pin on your muscles -- it can feel intense at first, but if you're consistent with the practice, it will aid in muscle recovery. Plus, the process will feel good, and you'll notice less muscle tension and soreness over time. Furthermore, a muscle roller can be used for deep tissue massage, to loosen up a tight muscle, for myofascial release, to increase blood flow and more.
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C|Net ventures away from the tech world in search of the best foam rollers for muscle soreness and stiffness, yoga, and targeted stretching. Of course when they went looking for authoritative voices, they tapped Heather Jeffcoat for her expert opinion.
Whether you want relief from post-workout soreness or general tension, these are the rollers to try.
Foam rollers, which are used to increase range of motion and help ease muscle tightness and muscle soreness, are extremely popular in the fitness world. If you need some help to smooth out the tension and kinks that build up from daily stresses, such as sitting most of the day while working, or if you're looking for a good recovery tool after working out at home, a foam roller can help.