Self-myofascial release has been gaining popularity over the years as a way to release tight muscles and improve mobility. There are even entire workout classes devoted to foam rolling — arguably the ...

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, ...

Before you grab the foam roller out of the cluttered corner of your gym for a warmup or cooldown session, you should know why you might want to be using the tool. It all starts with the fascia. Fascia ...

For many of us, stretching consists in the classic crossing of the legs and bending at the hips for 30 to 60 seconds prior to going out for a run. There is also a popular stretch where you stride a ...

A foam roller, which is much cheaper than a massage gun, can provide self-message benefits while alleviating muscle pain, improving range of motion and relaxing the nervous system. Certain foam roller ...

Having a foam roller is like having a massage therapist at your fingertips — and way cheaper! You can get a foam roller for about $20, and anyone who exercises — whether it's running, cycling, dancing ...

We've all been there. You finish your workout, or maybe you've been sitting at your desk for hours, and your muscles feel as tight as a guitar string. Stretching helps, sure, but sometimes there's a ...

The Expert: I’ve been running for two decades, but I’d be lying if I said I’ve been foam rolling that long. Foam rolling is a necessary evil, and I need to get more consistent with it because it works ...