Foam rolling refers to the use of a cylindrical foam object to massage and apply pressure on muscles. It helps to relieve muscle tightness, improve flexibility, and reduce muscle pain. Full definition
When you choose to use foam rolling as a form of stretching and recovery, you'll need to keep in mind to roll slowly and deliberately. (ahealthblog.com)
Currently, there are no other studies demonstrating the effects of foam rolling on muscle force. (journals.lww.com)
The results of this study support the use of foam rolling in physical activity if enhanced tissue circulation is required. (blog.nasm.org)