Foam rolling exercises are popular for people of all fitness levels and ambitions, whether it’s the casual gym user seeking a gentle massage or a seasoned workout enthusiast looking for an intense routine. Its beauty is in its simplicity – all you need to do is lay the foam roller on the ground and exercise the targeted area.

We’re not going to lie. It’s tough at first and you will feel the effects of it in the first couple of weeks. However, if you have the strength of mind to persevere with it beyond the three-week point, it will become second nature and the results will seem barely credible.

There are many reasons why foam rolling has become such a widespread craze. It loosens muscles to leave you with a greater deal of energy throughout the day, it can help to get rid of muscle pains, it increases your flexibility and it can boost your immune system. These are just some of the benefits that can be obtained from this form of exercise.

If you are taking up foam rolling for the first time, be sure to start with a white roller. The equipment is colour-coded, so you can’t just pick up any roller and throw yourself into the exercise. White rollers are ideal for beginners as they’re the softest and place little pressure on
your muscles.

To find out more about why you should give foam rolling a try, check out the infographic below.

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Bracken Foam Fabricators is an Irish manufacturer of high quality foam products. The Cork-based company makes foam products for a multitude of uses, including sporting and athletic pursuits, impact absorption for electronics and patient care products for healthcare facilities.