Ever since school gym class, you probably remember being told to warm up before you exercise, especially when you first get to the gym or before cardio, like running. Some research has shown that ...

Roll your way to reducing muscle soreness, recovering faster, and enjoying more of the benefits of foam rolling. You're probably aware that you should stretch regularly — especially after exercise — ...

According to experts, the pain relief you feel from typical recovery methods may have more to do with psychology than ...

Foam rolling is a self-applied massage technique used to achieve soft tissue (muscle, fascia, etc.) mobilization, explained physical therapist Erin Adams, DPT, CMTPT (certified manual trigger point ...

LITTLE ROCK — Foam rollers have become popular pieces of equipment for fitness enthusiasts. Whether you’re into running, strength training or yoga, these squishy cylinders can provide some benefits.

This is designed to warm up the legs with light, full-range-of-motion movements combined with cardio, stretching and/or foam rolling.

Foam rollers aren’t magic, but they can be handy for certain pre- and post-exercise movements. Here are the two main ways to use yours. Before a workout, in place of stretching If you’re familiar with ...

Muscle tension is unpleasant. They become sore and tired, which makes exercising and doing other things a chore. Furthermore, you could discover that trying to move makes you feel less flexible due to ...

Erin Beresini is a journalist covering fitness, endurance sports, and health science. She is the author of ‘Off Course: Inside the Mad, Muddy World of Obstacle Course Racing.’ The short answer: ...

Hiking and backpacking are fantastic ways to keep fit and have fun. However, you should be foam rolling afterward. Here's why ...

Last year we reported on a study that showed that using a foam roller before a workout increased range of motion without decreasing power, suggesting that foam rolling could substitute for pre-run ...