madbradd Posted April 13, 2016 Posted April 13, 2016 But a foam roller is a great investment. I think the smooth ones are the best, just make sure it's the hardest one. It's a waste of time to get a soft one. Get a long one - they cost more but you can do more with it. Longer and harder..... got it! More seriously though, if harder is the way to go, why not something like a rolling pin? or just a section of pipe?
hayleyearth Posted April 13, 2016 Posted April 13, 2016 Also watching this.... Something I've noticed recently, training and riding...... 2 different animals completely. Training is for the pro's and racing snakes - I just ride for fun, so only petting one animal at least but walking funny at work up the stairs is making people stare so I need to sort this out.
NordicElf Posted April 13, 2016 Posted April 13, 2016 Longer and harder..... got it! More seriously though, if harder is the way to go, why not something like a rolling pin? or just a section of pipe? Rolling pin's diameter is too small for quads, you could use a suitably sized pipe. I use a hockey ball to release my glutes. But maybe some people would prefer a bit of padding...
madbradd Posted April 13, 2016 Posted April 13, 2016 Rolling pin's diameter is too small for quads, you could use a suitably sized pipe. I use a hockey ball to release my glutes. But maybe some people would prefer a bit of padding... I've seen the "two tennis balls taped together" trick as well for those who want a bit more padding Might try the hockey ball as my glutes have enough padding already!
NordicElf Posted April 13, 2016 Posted April 13, 2016 I've seen the "two tennis balls taped together" trick as well for those who want a bit more padding Might try the hockey ball as my glutes have enough padding already! Hehe I too, have the built in padding
V12man Posted April 13, 2016 Posted April 13, 2016 Training is for the pro's and racing snakes - I just ride for fun, so only petting one animal at least but walking funny at work up the stairs is making people stare so I need to sort this out.Pamper yourself - get a good massage....
Rocket-Boy Posted April 13, 2016 Posted April 13, 2016 Old thread, but same topic to discuss... I have some serious quad recovery issues at this moment (not something I only notice after a long distance on the bike like OP). Step 1: I think I need to get a foam roller! So is all the same or which one's will you guys recommend? (There are SOOo many different ones on the market; some with bumps, some smooth, long ones etc etc) Step 2: Do more riding during the week and not just one super long ride over the weekend I bought one about two weeks ago from Game, it was cheap and is properly wide and nice and firm. Knurled texture on the surface but no bumps.I love that thing, cant believe I waited so long to get one.
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