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

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 ...

Have you ever used one of the best foam rollers? If so, you’ve probably used one in physical therapy or with a personal trainer. Foam rollers are common among healthcare professionals and trainers ...

We just had 1,000 women participate in the Girlfriends Half-Marathon to benefit the Susan G. Komen For a Cure. That means a number of them probably feel a little stiff this week. We thought this would ...

Read all about the latest gym openings, healthy events, and fitness trends in our twice weekly Wellness newsletter. Sure, you know how to use treadmills and hand weights. But what about all the other ...

Ah, the foam roller. It is both savior—and arch enemy—of runners all over the globe. Using a foam roller before a run can serve as a dynamic warmup to help to increase circulation, loosen tight spots, ...

All sorts of fitness buffs have taken to using foam rollers on backs and arms and legs, but it’s often a no-pain, no-gain venture. That made no sense to the developer of a gentler way to self-massage ...