What is a foam roller? - Exercise & Fitness

Most foam rollers are either 1 or 3 feet but you can also get half ones.

The grid foam roller is like the foam roller but it has different foam shapes and densities which provide a more targeted trigger point feel. It's not too big so it's also easy to transport.

Yoga and foam rollers have been combined due to the similarities in positions. Using a foam roller in your Yoga exercises can help enhance your workout routine. Here are a few ways to incorporate foam rollers into your Yoga routine:

• • The plank position - rest your forearms on the foam roller rather than the mat; this adds a level of balance
  
• • Downward facing dog - from the downward dog position move into the upward facing dog with your thighs on the foam roller. Then move into a low plank moving the front of your thighs back and forth over the foam roller
  
• • Bridge position - once body is in the bridge position, slowly come down and situate your lower spine on the foam roller; then pull your knees towards your chest and massage your lower spine by moving your knees and legs in a circular motion.
  

There are a few places to purchase foam rollers online - you could also go to a local sports store near you. The first link is the brand that I bought, and I found it here for even less than I paid.

http://www.amazon.com/Foam-Roller-Half-Round-Black/dp/B000VK1YM2

http://www.amazon.com/fit-Half-Round-Foam-Roller/dp/B000TQ9GR8

http://www.gaiam.com/product/spri+half+round+foam+roller.do