I'm quite young and have never used a foam roller should I try a softer one or is this fine
1261316
My son uses this one in school so he told me to buy this one. I have no familiarity with them. Sorry.
1261317
I'd say try a softer one if you've never used a foam roller before. They take a bit getting used to, esp when your muscles are sore.
1261318
This one should be fine. It is very high quality and should last quite a long time.
1261319
This is not the most firm roller I've used. I think it will be fine. You can try beginning on carpet, then work up to a hard surface (wood/tile). It's not supposed to be fun. :)
1261320
I actually did try the soft foam for about 4 years before I transition to the hard plastic rollers. The problem with the other is that they get old and lumpy fast... This one lasts forever :)
1289020
I started with the .5mm because I'm very fair skinned and slightly sensitive to begin with, so wanted to start at the lowest level and see how that goes. My first try, I pressed enough to feel the little needles, but not hard enough to make my face more than slightly pink. A couple days later I used a slightly more pressure and yes, it's somewhat uncomfortable but not so much as to stop doing it, after that time my face was pretty pink with a tight feeling for a couple of hours. Again, the third time and ever since, I've pressed harder (never enough to draw blood at all) and now my face stays red and feels tight for 4-5 hours and I have received a few compliements on "glowing". My suggestion is to always start slow and build up. And it's really important to rinse/clean the roller in alcohol after each use and let it dry before placing back in holder.
2240804
It has three different sections on it to make it feel like the fingers, finger tips, and palms so you can decide what pressure you want depending on what part of the roller you use. Technically, any foam roller would be just as good! I love this one, but if you got another one it would be just as nice!
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If you have used a regular foam roller (the long kind you find at the gym), the Original one of these is probably 2-3x firmer than those. If you're new to foam rolling, it's best to start with the original. It will get your muscles used to trigger point/roller therapy. The first several times it can be intrusive to the muscles but over time, and the more you get used to it, I would highly recommend the firmer model after a couple a year or two of using the original one. Hope that helps and kick butt in your triathlon!!! :-)
1094407
I would say yes, it is very soft, which is why I returned it. I was looking for something a little firmer. On a firmness level I would rate this a 4-10
1859151
It's going to depend on your definition of too firm. I don't think it's especially firm, but it's not soft and squishy either. I got the thicker version, but you might want to go with the thin version.
1830822
I used small 4 inch foam rollers for a smooth finish. The problem i ran into was that the stuff would break down the foam. so if you do use the foam rollers get about 6 (depending on the size of the area you are doing.) as soon as you see a roller starting to tear, swap it out! It will start leaving small pieces on the surface which can make it sharp and rough. So make sure you have enough for the job! i used 3 rollers over 3 coats on my shower and tub. I should have used 2 rollers per coat at least and wanted to do 3 coats but didnt have any rollers! And make sure the area is WELL ventilated!!! The fumes are horrible!
491217
I found it to be soft....definitely not firm. (of course that's subjective, but I think it's accurate). Didn't raise my head too high.
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Yes it will work. I'm 58 and I've seen much improvement in the texture and sagging. I use mine a couple of times a week. It does work on fine lines but it took a few months for me to see a real change. I love this roller. I ordered a different one but this one is my favorite. Good Luck, Janet
1971776
I use Cortisone 10, can still feel the roller but it actually feels refreshing! follow with your favorite night cream...enjoy
687600
It's handheld and pressure is applied using your own strength, vs the foam roller. I think it's easier to use because you don't have to be on the floor. You can use it standing or while seated. I think alternating the two would be beneficial. I own both and did not buy one to replace the other. I do think the foam roller provides a little deeper massage because you using body weight vs arm strength. Hope this helps.
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What do you mean? Its very hard, after using it I got sore and not using any more. Its not soft at all
1018382
It is fairly soft, which makes it great for beginning gymnasts. It is not good for more advanced gymnasts, because they can't work on turns.
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it's bulky. I guess it could be rolled up, but the roll wouldn't be small unless you had a way of compressing the foam, and it is pretty stiff.
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I would say it is very durable. I bought my first original 13-inch trigger point roller in mid 2010. I still use it today. My roller gets used a lot. I recently purchased the 26-inch roller because I can do different exercises with it, and I think it is firmer. After a long use and due to time I think the foam breaks down just like any other uses for foam products. Like I said, the original 13-inch roller from 2010 is still good for my workouts--deep tissue massage, loosening stiff muscle, improving circulation--but it doesn't feel as firm as the 26-inch roller purchased in 2014.
67119
My experience has been that the black foam rollers are high density and very hard, while the white rollers are a softer density and provide a little "give" when used.
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My OPTP soft pink roller is holding up well and soft enough to press fingers into but still keeps its shape. I roll up to the injury, not on the injury. I suppose you could return this item if it is not what you need, or give it to someone else who may like it. I like the OPTP soft pink roller which is also sized well to roll the back of the head and neck.