The Triggerpoint GRID Foam Roller<\/a> is about twice the length of a normal foam roller. This gives you so much more material to work with. You don’t have to worry about falling off the roller or not finding the right spot. This roller comes with a series of five ridged zones that typify the Triggerpoint range of rollers. These are divided between longer horizontal ridges and concentrated dot point ones. This allows you to find the ideal spot on the roller that will work for you. In effect, the innovations that you get on the Triggerpoint GRID Foam Roller it into a 3 in 1 foam roller.<\/p>\n The Triggerpoint GRID Foam Roller<\/a> is reinforced in the middle to make sure that it survives daily use. This roller is sturdy enough to last for at least a couple of years of daily use. When it does eventually pop, it will do so on the edges, rather than in the middle.<\/p>\n The multi density surface of the Triggerpoint allows you to break up knots and increase your mobility. It has a weight limit of 500 pounds. It is able to provide you with the very best in in-home foam roller physical therapy.<\/p>\n The Triggerpoint GRID Foam Roller<\/a> will give you a fantastic rolling experience that will allow you to work deep into your muscles. It is especially good at getting to hard to work areas such as the inner part of your thighs. This roller will take a little more space in your gym bag, but the extra functionality will make it well worth it. TheTriggerpoint GRID Foam Roller is the best muscle roller on the market right now. We also believe that TriggerPoint are the best foam roller brand on the current market.<\/p>\n The Lux Fit Speckled foam roller range <\/a>is made from molded polypropylene and features a 2-inch per cubic foot density and a smooth surface. It has a 10 inch diameter. The Lux Fit is available in a range of four sizes:<\/p>\n The Lux Fit Speckled<\/a> is very durable. It will not lose its shape after heavy use. It comes with a full 3 year limited warranty. You will get a very smooth feel on the muscle when using the Lux Fit foam roller, which makes it a very good foam roller that comes in at a very good price point. It is one of the top foam rollers out there.<\/p>\n The Rumble Roller <\/a>looks a bit like a medieval torture device. It has a patented nodule surface which is like having hundreds of flexible thumbs massaging your back<\/a> all at the same time. As you roll, all the flexible nodules go to work for you, kneading in and around muscles and soft tissues. By working in multiple directions, the Rumble Roller allows for more accuracy and pinpoints those hard to reach spots and trigger points.<\/p>\n Rumble Roller<\/a> will also get much deeper into the underlying tissue than would a standard roller. This makes it a great foam roller for sore muscles.<\/p>\n It’s easy to be intimidated by the Rumble Roller due to the scary looking appearance of this foam roller with bumps. However, you are totally in control. You can exert as much body weight and as much pressure as you want onto the roller.<\/p>\n The Rumble Roller<\/a> comes in two versions. The blue roller is recommended if you are switching from a conventional roller to a Rumble Roller. It has a medium level of density. The black roller is recommended for those who have already been using the original Rumble Roller. The black roller will help to break up deeper, more dense muscle tissue knots. The black roller is 36% firmer than the original Rumble Roller.<\/p>\n You can also get the Rumble Roller<\/a> in two different sizes. You have the standard size and also the compact. The compact is designed for portability. You can throw it in your gym bag or your carry on luggage. It is tiny and super light, yet it gives you all the benefits of the standard size model.<\/p>\n The Rumble Roller<\/a> is made from advanced polymers and a built-in anti-bacterial additive to prevent the growth of bacteria. It is water proof, repels dirt and is tear resistant. It has been designed to permanently retain its shape and is guaranteed to outlast and out-perform all others.<\/p>\n One problem with the Rumble Roller <\/a>is that, because the noduled and ridged exterior makes it a textured foam roller, it doesn’t roll as effectively or smoothly as a basic foam roller. To get deep into your muscle fiber, however, it doesn’t need to roll.<\/p>\n The Rolling With It Eco Friendly Roller<\/a> is possibly the most eco friendly foam roller on the market. It is constructed with environmentally friendly yet durable EVA and ABS materials. It is a high quality and lightweight device that has been scientifically engineered to provide deep muscle tissue relief as effectively as possible.The Rolling With It Eco Friendly Roller features a dual-pressure zone designed to target key muscles that could easily be overlooked when using a conventional flat foam roller. The dual pressure zones make this an ideal roller for both new and experienced users. Unlike other rollers which are made from polyethylene foam, Rolling With It foam rollers are made with a non-porous, premium material with a soft exterior and firm core, giving the exact amount of soothing firmness you need to sooth your muscles.<\/p>\n The Vyper<\/a> is a patented technological advancement that brings together the benefits of optimal frequency vibration and deep tissue trigger point therapy. This unit retains all of the benefits of a traditional foam roller, including ease of use, compactness and portability. Then it adds an extremely durable polypropylene shell that houses a fully rechargeable lithium ion battery.<\/p>\n The vibration rate of the Vyper<\/a> can be set at three different levels to provide a progressive intensity of relief. You will get more than two hours of use out of each charge. However, over time the battery life of the Vyper tends to diminish. After a couple of months of use you’ll probably find that the life of the battery runs out too quickly and you may want to replace it.<\/p>\n The fact that The Hyperice Vyper<\/a> vibrates really helps your muscles to massage and provide trigger point relief at the same time. This speeds up the rolling process. The combination of vibration and rolling also makes the experience a lot more enjoyable than traditional foam rolling. The lowest setting of 15 HZ feels like a hum, where the highest setting at 38 HZ feels like a buzz.<\/p>\n The constant vibration effect of the Vyper <\/a>allows you to position the roller directly under your trigger point and then simply stay in that position while the vibration works deep in the muscle fiber to relieve your pain.<\/p>\n Because this device features electronic components on the inside, it cannot be dropped on the ground or treated with the careless abandon that you would show to other types of foam rollers.<\/p>\n The Vyper<\/a> is very solidly built. Even the heaviest of people will not cause it to lose its shape when they lie down on it. The firmness and vibration effect of the device takes away a lot of the pain that is usually associated with the foam rolling experience.<\/p>\n The Hyperice Viper<\/a> is very pricey. It is easily the most expensive foam roller-like device that we came across. Also, because it carries internal electronics, it is a lot heavier than other rollers on the market.<\/p>\n The company behind the Vyper<\/a> is rock solid. Hyperice work with many professional athletes, many of whom have given endorsement to the Vyper. You can buy this product with confidence, knowing that the company will stand behind their 100% money back guarantee.<\/p>\n The 321 Strong Foam Roller<\/a> is a top quality budget roller. It is made from real eco-friendly non-toxic, anti-slip foam. This especially comfortable roller is designed to massage and stretch muscle and soft tissue in a multitude of directions.The 321 Strong Foam Roller features a series of bumps and ridges that are ergonomically designed to simulate the effect that a massage therapist’s fingers would have on your muscles. That means that they are soft and supple while being rigid enough to work into the deep layers of your muscle tissue. It has a solid EVA core that will keep your device firm even after years of use.The 321 Strong Foam Roller is 12.75 inches in length and 5.4 inches in diameter. That makes it the ideal size to fit into your gym bag or carry on luggage so that you always have it on hand.<\/p>\n There are many generic brands of foam roller on the market. The rollers look much like a floating device used in a swimming pool. The two types of generic roller are the EVA roller and the EVE higher density roller.<\/p>\n EVA Foam Rollers<\/a> are the softest type of roller that you can buy. They will generally mold to the shape of your body. Over time they will begin to lose their basic shape, leaving them flat and rather useless after about a year of regular use. Most EVA rollers<\/a> are either white or blue.<\/p>\n EVE rollers will last longer. That’s because they are far more dense than an EVA roller. However, you can get EVE rollers that are black. To tell the difference between an EVE and an EVA roller, take a look at the makeup of the foam. An EVE roller will be made up of thousands of small pellets, while the EVA roller<\/a> will be smooth.<\/p>\n Normal foam rollers are basically just a length of foam of varying densities. The basic problem with one of these rollers is that, over time, the shape of the roller will change. It will become somewhat squishy and indented in the middle with the firmness only really remaining on the outer edges of the roller.<\/p>\n The grid type roller is a lot harder than the foam roller. It usually has a polyethylene inner core and a stronger, more textured outer surface. This type of roller will not compress when you lie on it to exercise. The Grid roller<\/a> will have a longer shelf life than a conventional foam roller and will not lose its shape over time.<\/p>\n Another option is the quadballer<\/a>, which is a little bit harder again than the the Grid. It is a small device with rollable wheels that connect by way of an oval shaped length of roller. This unit allows you to specifically target problem areas and to get deep into the affected muscle tissue.<\/p>\n The quadballer is especially good on getting rid of pain in the calves.<\/p>\n The Rumble Roller<\/a> is a high end version of a Grid roller. It comes in two options. The original blue Rumble Roller is medium density roller. The black runner is extra firm. Both rollers come in two sizes; the standard 31 inch or the smaller one at 12 inches. The full length roller has a six inch diameter, whereas the smaller version has a five inch diameter. The extra firmness that comes with the Rumble Roller will mean less time to activate your trigger points.<\/p>\n The inside of the Rumble Roller<\/a> is made of a very hard PVC-like material. The pikes are hard enough to deeply penetrate the muscle, but not so hard that it will hurt when you rub against them. The black Rumble Roller is 36% more rigid than the blue one.<\/p>\n When you start using a heavy duty roller like the Rumble Roller<\/a>, everything else you have ever used will feel lightweight in comparison. At the start, you will be in a lot of pain. But, as you get used to it, your pain level will balance out.<\/p>\n The smaller version of the Rumble Roller<\/a> does everything that the larger model does. It is obviously a lot more affordable (nearly half the price) and is very convenient to transport. It will fit into your gym bag so that you can use it before, during and after your workout.<\/p>\n The Rumble Roller<\/a> is a great choice for anyone who is experienced at trigger point therapy through self massage. If you are new to the whole foam rolling thing, however, you will probably want to avoid it in favor of a plain foam roller.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Foam rollers<\/a> range in length from 12 to 35 inches (30 to 90 centimeters). They also come is a range of densities. You need to be particular in choosing the right density for your body. A roller that is too soft won’t effectively sculpt and tone fascia and muscle. A roller that is too dense will be too aggressive for the restorative and calming effects that you need from the device.<\/p>\n You want a versatile roller that will give you just the right balance between shaping and restoring. You also want a roller that is durable and that won’t break down with regular use. Fitness rollers are not overly expensive, so it is well worth the investment to spend an extra few dollars to get one that will last, rather than a roller that will need replacing in a few months.<\/p>\n The ideal IT band foam roller will have a medium density that works well for both sculpting and restoration. It needs to be highly durable without being too aggressive. It should have a textured surface that has been especially designed for the multifunctional use of clearing blockages and stimulating the lymphatic system.<\/p>\n There are three basic types of foam roller:<\/p>\n Brand specific rollers tend to outperform and outlast their generic counterparts. The most popular brands of hard foam roller on the current market are TriggerPoint<\/a>, Rumble<\/a> and Epitome<\/a>.<\/p>\n In selecting the ideal foam roller for your needs, ask yourself the following questions:<\/p>\n In addition to a foam roller, you can also use a medicine ball<\/a>. A medicine ball can work your muscles in a different kind of way and can get into your muscles in a way that is more intense. A medicine ball would be used by somebody who has quite a bit of experience with foam rolling.<\/p>\n The smaller the ball, the more intense it is going to be. Harder balls will also be more intense than softer ones. You can advance yourself to a Lacrosse ball, a softball, a baseball, a cricket ball and a tennis ball. These balls are really good to use on smaller muscle group, allowing you to get deeper into the muscle and feel it.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n In addition to the huge variety of foam rollers on the market, there are also a large range of other devices designed to bring you relief from muscular pain.<\/p>\n Balls can serve as very effective trigger point manipulatives when placed between your body and a hard surface, such as the floor. Balls allow you to place specific focus on one spot. The smaller and harder the ball, the more intense the effect will be on the trigger point. You can use softballs, cricket balls, LaCrosse balls, tennis balls and golf balls. There are also a large range of commercially available balls that you can purchase for this purpose. Some of them features spikes, while others are actually two balls connected by a bar.<\/p>\n There are a number of different types of massage sticks on the market that allow you to manipulate hard to get to areas of your back. Many of them feature an “S” design that allows you to hold one end and manipulate the other end, which is looped over your shoulder<\/a> and digging into your back. They feature a series of massage nodules on their ends and at strategic points along their base.<\/p>\n Some stick devices feature a series of free spinning wheels that run along a flexible shaft. They will give an ongoing level of pressure to the target muscle that more closely simulates the effect that you get from a foam roller.<\/p>\n Click the following links to read our in depth guides about best foam roller alternatives<\/a> in 2019, to find the most suitable yet affordable products for you or just some DIY methods to make your own foam roller<\/a> that you can use at home without buying one .<\/p>\n For runners, they have a very unique need of foam rollers that can help them free from injury, check out the top foam rollers for runners<\/a> in this article, in which we have done a comprehensive review.<\/p>\n Triggerpoint GRID Foam Roller<\/strong><\/p>\n My name is Jim Roose. I’m a former competitive power lifter and gym owner. I’ve bought millions of dollars of fitness equipment over the last 20 years. This site is my way of giving back to the fitness community that’s done so much for me. Every article on here is carefully researched and written by me. Leave a comment if you have any questions.<\/p>\n updated January 1, 2019 In this article we will bring you reviews of the best foam rollers on the planet. We’ll also give an overview of just what you need to be looking for when buying a foam roller. In addition, we’ll show you how you can make your own home roller and give you … Continue reading Top 10 Foam Rollers Reviewed and Rated<\/span> ![\"TriggerPoint](\"https:\/\/garagegymbuilder.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/81kne-hGyYL._SX679_-1.jpg\" "\\"81kne-hGyYL._SX679_.jpg\\"")
<\/a><\/p>\n#1. Triggerpoint GRID Foam Roller<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\n#2. Lux Fit Speckled Foam Roller<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n
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#3. Rumble Roller<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\n#4. Rolling With It Eco Friendly Roller<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\n#5. The Hyperice Vyper<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\n#6. 321 Strong Foam Roller<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\n#7. Generic Foam Rollers<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nRumble Roller vs Foam Roller vs The Grid<\/span><\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nWhat to Look For When Buying a Foam Roller?<\/span><\/h2>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nFoam Roller Alternatives<\/span><\/h2>\n
Balls<\/span><\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\nSticks \/ Canes<\/span><\/h3>\n
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<\/a> <\/span><\/p>\nOur #1. Recommendation<\/h4>\n
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