When looking for a Reebok foam roller, you have options depending on what kind of workout you hope to achieve. Different tools will target different muscle groups and you want to be sure that you have a healthy and balanced routine. Listed below are some comparisons and contrasts of different Reebok Foam Rollers as seen on EscapeFitness.com.
Please keep in mind that the best way to determine what tool is best for you is to consult your personal trainer or local fitness centre.
If you are looking for a tool that increases mobility and flexibility while breaking down tissue adhesion, (which will give you better flexibility), then you will probably choose the Reebok Full Round Roller. The best thing about them is that they come in materials other than foam.
If you are a user who has a thicker hide than most and require deeper penetration during self-myofascial release, then you may want to invest in a polyurethane roller for more resistance during stretching. Please note that the full roller is designed for the user who is into some serious stretching and loosening of the muscle groups. This can be used for anyone from a boxer to a swimmer, as the roller is versatile enough to be applied to most stretching routines.
For people who are just starting out or for older users who are wishing to maintain a level of mobility, a half roller may be the choice. With these there is a greater level of stability for ground placement and you still get quite a lot of give like the full round version, but it limits the wide movement stretches.
The recommendation is that no matter which way you begin, either with a complete or half round roller, that you improve over time in relation to resistance. Just like any other workout, start off slowly and work up to your desired strength or fitness level. The roller is a workout tool, and has to be used in moderation and with a steady consistency just as with any other workout tool to obtain results. - 16004
Please keep in mind that the best way to determine what tool is best for you is to consult your personal trainer or local fitness centre.
If you are looking for a tool that increases mobility and flexibility while breaking down tissue adhesion, (which will give you better flexibility), then you will probably choose the Reebok Full Round Roller. The best thing about them is that they come in materials other than foam.
If you are a user who has a thicker hide than most and require deeper penetration during self-myofascial release, then you may want to invest in a polyurethane roller for more resistance during stretching. Please note that the full roller is designed for the user who is into some serious stretching and loosening of the muscle groups. This can be used for anyone from a boxer to a swimmer, as the roller is versatile enough to be applied to most stretching routines.
For people who are just starting out or for older users who are wishing to maintain a level of mobility, a half roller may be the choice. With these there is a greater level of stability for ground placement and you still get quite a lot of give like the full round version, but it limits the wide movement stretches.
The recommendation is that no matter which way you begin, either with a complete or half round roller, that you improve over time in relation to resistance. Just like any other workout, start off slowly and work up to your desired strength or fitness level. The roller is a workout tool, and has to be used in moderation and with a steady consistency just as with any other workout tool to obtain results. - 16004
About the Author:
Julia Channell is the main developer of workout and utilisation of foam rollers at www.escapefitness.com. Visit our site to view more articles on the usage of Reebok foam rollers. julia@escapefitness.com
