Foam rollers, once on the sidelines, are now taking center stage in the fitness world.  In the 1980’s, they were first used as supports and to do balance work in therapy.  By 2008 foam rollers gained popularity as tools in improving functionality of the muscle, fascia and connective tissues such as the tendons.  

 

There has been a lot of misunderstanding on how to use foam rollers properly and even which type of roller to select.  Today, I offer classes devoted to teaching the technique of foam rolling, also called SMR or Self-Myofascial Release. Read More