Relieve muscle aches, pains and tension with the Core Balance Grid Foam Massage Roller. With its hollow plastic core and three-dimensional foam grid system, it’s specifically designed for deeper penetrating myofascial release. The bumps and ridges mimic the hands of a sports masseuse to increase blood flow to the target area and work out the tightest of muscle knots./// How does the massage roller work? Steamrolling areas of your body over the roller to target muscle groups acts as a form of self-myofascial release, or deep tissue massage. The foam roller stretches and manipulates the muscles to help loosen knots in the fascia tissue and increase circulation to the target area. What are the benefits of using it? If you’re a fitness enthusiast, a foam roller is an essential tool. Foam rolling after a workout helps to break up soft-tissue adhesions, relieve tension and boost recovery time. Using it pre-workout is a great way to increase circulation, improve flexibility and reduce the risk of injury. If you’ve developed a muscle knot after suffering an injury, regular stretches could cause it to tighten – much like a knotted rope being pulled in both directions. By loosening knots and targeting trigger points, foam rolling is a far more effective aid to recovery and rehabilitation. Core Balance Grid Foam Roller Hollow plastic core and EPE foam grid system Delivers deeper penetrating myofascial release than a standard roller Relieves muscle tension and improves blood flow to target area Use pre-workout for enhanced flexibility and injury prevention Use post-workout to increase recovery time and reduce muscle tightness Works like the hands of a sports masseuse to reduce muscle tightness Used by physiotherapists to aid recovery from muscle injuries Lightweight to easily carry to the gym and use wherever you go Roller measures approximately L33cm x Ø14cm