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Foam Rolling Is Not Your Best Warm-Up Option, Finds New Study


Published on 2024-12-10 07:43:14 - Men's Health
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  • Well, yes, according to a new study. Published in the Journal of Sport and Health Science, the researchers aimed to see whether traditionally used warm-ups like foam rolling and stretching were better than any other type of warm-up for improving flexibility and reducing stiffness ahead of training.

The article from Men's Health UK discusses the effectiveness of foam rolling as a warm-up technique. It highlights that while foam rolling can be beneficial for muscle recovery and reducing soreness, it might not be the best method for preparing the body for a workout. The piece references a study from the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research which found that foam rolling does not significantly enhance performance metrics like sprint speed or jump height when used as a warm-up. Instead, dynamic stretching and movement-based warm-ups are suggested to be more effective in preparing muscles for physical activity by increasing blood flow, muscle temperature, and neuromuscular activation. The article advises incorporating foam rolling post-workout for recovery rather than pre-workout for warming up.

Read the Full Men's Health Article at:
[ https://www.menshealth.com/uk/fitness/a63132817/foam-rolling-not-best-warm-up/ ]

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