Working out is hard enough. Do we have to add foam rolling – which can often be pretty darn painful – to the mix? The short answer is yes. If you exercise regularly, whether it’s going for a run, ...

I know I need to stretch more. Forget 5K or half-marathon PRs. It’s high time to take pre- and post-run prep seriously. And maybe, hopefully, these will also lead to some PRs. But we’re taking it ...

Foam rollers are popular recovery tools that can help ease soreness and tension. Anyone can experience bad muscle pain, whether they have a physical job or sit at a desk all day. One easy way to relax ...

Have your legs ever been so stiff and tired that simply bending down to tie your shoes felt like a Herculean task? Whether muscular discomfort comes from an intense workout or too much sitting, ...

Back in the day, a good massage was often a luxury reserved for spa visits or the firm hands of a trusted masseuse. Today, things have changed-and tools like foam rollers, massage sticks, and electric ...

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, ...