Q&A on Foam Rollers
Q: What are the differences between the this black, high density foam roller and the traditional white rollers?
A: The Biofoam "white rollers" are designed for light use or use by one, non-athletic individual. However, this extreme foam roller will hold up longer under consistent use or in a commercial setting as they are more dense. It is much more appropriate for bodybuilders and athletes with dense muscle fibers.

Q) How does fexibility help overall recovery and results in a training program?
Flexibility is an important component of achieving and maintaining healthy, full range of motion around the joints. It???s important to check the range of motion, and only stretch muscles when the fibers are short and tight as opposed to long and tight.

Q) What is myofascial release (MR)?
Myo refers to muscle, fascia to the tissue that surrounds the muscle fibers. By putting pressure on tender areas along the muscle tissue, the golgi tendon organs help trigger the relaxation of the muscle spindles, helping to dissipate the adhesions, increase blood flow, and enhance overall movement.

Q) How can I use self-myofascial release to enhance the training program and recovery?
Try this sequence: release the knots or adhesions with a foam roller, by putting pressure on the knots for 20-30 seconds while breathing. Then, stretch the muscle fibers with either static or dynamic stretching. After this, pick a mobility exercise to encourage proper movement patterns, and follow with a strengthening exercise.