Foam rollers are having a major moment.
Types of foam rollers for exercise.
Once relegated to physical therapy offices they re now found in most gyms and are even used in group exercise classes.
There s a reason for this says.
Foam rollers come in different densities which is a primary factor in how effective they are at deep tissue massage.
High density foam rollers.
With years of manufacturing experience on trigger point foam rollers we have the capability and confidence to produce foam rollers in various types of trigger point grid.
Dense foam rollers are the best choice for seasoned athletes.
Using a roller that is too soft can provide inadequate pressure while a foam roller that is too hard can cause bruising and trauma which can result in pain and have a negative effect on your performance.
Medium density foam rollers.
If you prefer a firm deep touch this might not be the right type of foam roller for you but if you want to start slow and build up your resistance this is a good foam roller for a beginner who is sensitive to the touch.
Foam rollery also has many existing molds of trigger point foam rollers as available choices for customers.
We surveyed fitness experts on the best foam rollers out there from heated options to vibrating ones including brands like triggerpoint hyperice and gaiam.
These types of rollers are ideal for a more concentrated myofascial release.
We recommend these rollers for both beginners and seasoned athletes.
Other types of foam rollers can be deep and intense in the same way a deep tissue massage is.