Looking to build up that 6-pack? That 4-pack? No-pack?! In all seriousness, Firefighter Tim says core training is an essential component of any fitness plan and should be included in your workout ...

The use of foam rollers is widely associated with an affordable way to give yourself a deep tissue massage. It aids in loosening up tight spots by applying pressure as you roll the body over it. This ...

If you've never invested in a foam roller -- commonly found at sporting goods stores for 20 to 40 bucks -- you're doing your muscles a major disservice. Regularly using a foam roller offers many of ...

A foam roller, which is much cheaper than a massage gun, can provide self-message benefits while alleviating muscle pain, improving range of motion and relaxing the nervous system. Certain foam roller ...

If you’re looking for a piece of equipment that will whip your core into shape, give you thighs of steel and help your body really get a good stretch — you need a foam roller. They’re inexpensive and ...

You see people rolling on them in the stretching area. The first time you saw one, you thought it was a piece of leftover construction material. And while it looks cool, you have no idea what to do ...

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When I first learned how to use a foam roller in exercise, I didn’t like it at all. If you have never used a foam roller before, like me, your first time may be like mine: It might not feel good ...

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Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. June 10, 2016 Add as a ...