Here is a video of how to use a foam roller for mobility and flexibility reasons. The foam roller is a great tool to use before your workout, after your workout or even on off days. If lifting big weight and being able to tie your shoes at the same time is a priority to you for the span of your life than I highly suggest investing in a foam roller and using it between lifts.
Tags: foam roller, myo-fascial, recovery, regeneration, restoration methods, self massage
I use one of these as a part of my warm up and have found it to be a lifesaver for my back. I have some persistent issues with my rhomboid and neck and I use this to workout the ‘hot spots’ and loosen up my back in general.