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The ultimate 'one stop' guide to using foam rollers. A relative newcomer to the fitness scene, lots of us don't know how to use foam rollers effectively as part of an exercise or training routine.
Originally used only by physiotherapists and exercise therapists this 'new' piece of kit has become a mainstay of workouts. Foam rollers work by releasing muscle tension to relieve pain, aid injury recovery and improve flexibility - all through massaging and manipulating muscles.
Practical and easily accessible,
The Total Foam Rolling Workout is perfect for the fitness enthusiast or fitness professional who wants to lightly improve their knowledge and heavily improve the range of exercises they can use in their training. Tried and tested exercises are accompanied by clear photos and illustrations.
This book is brimming with ideas for using foam rollers not just in the gym, but at home too. Packed with clear and easy to use exercises, this how-to reference book also provides adaptations of basic and advanced workouts, making it ideal for anyone who wants to get the most out of their fitness gear.
- Each exercise idea is organised by fitness level and includes follow-up and extension ideas.
- Written in a jargon-free and concise style, this book is light on the science and background, heavy on practicality.
Table des matières
1. The basics of exercising with a foam rollerWhat is foam rolling?
The S.A.F.E. trainer system
How to use this book
FAQs
Finding your starting point
Assess, don't guess
Fascia - the unsung hero
Foam rolling to wipe away pain and unlock performance
First you need to find your hot spots and erase pain with micro rolls
Invest time to mobilise and massage with micro and macro rolls
Monitor and maintain
2. the portfolio of movesWhich moves should I do?
Erase pain moves
Invest time to mobilise
Monitor and maintain (mostly macro)
Don't waste your time
3. Foam roller workoutTargeted and total sessions
Invest and mobilise - total sessions
Monitor and maintain
And finally...
Fitness glossary
About the author
Index
A propos de l'auteur
Steve Barrett
Résumé
The ultimate 'one stop' guide to using foam rollers. A relative newcomer to the fitness scene, lots of us don't know how to use foam rollers effectively as part of an exercise or training routine.
Originally used only by physiotherapists and exercise therapists this 'new' piece of kit has become a mainstay of workouts. Foam rollers work by releasing muscle tension to relieve pain, aid injury recovery and improve flexibility - all through massaging and manipulating muscles.
Practical and easily accessible, The Total Foam Rolling Workout is perfect for the fitness enthusiast or fitness professional who wants to lightly improve their knowledge and heavily improve the range of exercises they can use in their training. Tried and tested exercises are accompanied by clear photos and illustrations.
This book is brimming with ideas for using foam rollers not just in the gym, but at home too. Packed with clear and easy to use exercises, this how-to reference book also provides adaptations of basic and advanced workouts, making it ideal for anyone who wants to get the most out of their fitness gear.
- Each exercise idea is organised by fitness level and includes follow-up and extension ideas.
- Written in a jargon-free and concise style, this book is light on the science and background, heavy on practicality.
Préface
The ultimate guide to foam rolling - packed full of easy-to-follow exercises and step-by-step photos.
