Why use a foam roller in Pilates?

Foam rollers are ideal for massaging your muscles before, during, or after a workout or Pilates session. By massaging your muscles with the foam roller, you stimulate blood circulation and promote the removal of toxins. The result: you reduce or prevent muscle soreness and lower the risk of injury. Perfect, right?

If you suffer from muscle knots or stiffness, you can use a foam roller to reduce tension in your muscles. By loosening the muscles, they become more flexible, which helps you perform Pilates exercises or poses.

Finally, a foam roller an ideal aid for pilates, for example for floor exercises, mobility improvements or stability training.

Which foam roller should I choose for Pilates?

Okay, you're convinced: you want a buy foam roller for pilatesBut how do you make the right choice? We'll help you!

When you a foam roller for pilates When you buy something, three factors play a role:

• the length;
• the hardness;
• and the model of the foam roller.

Foam roller length

Foam rollers are available in lengths ranging from about 30 centimeters to as long as 100 centimeters, but the effect of all rollers is the same. Therefore, consider beforehand what you intend to use the roller for. If you want to do Pilates exercises where you need to be able to rest both legs or your entire back on the roller simultaneously, it's helpful to choose a longer roller. The advantage of a shorter foam roller is that it's easier to carry.

Foam roller hardness

Which firmness should you choose? That depends on your purpose for buying the massage roller and how familiar you are with rolling. Are you new to the massage? Then we recommend a softer roller, which feels more comfortable. A firmer foam roller is easier to release muscle knots, but this is also more painful due to the immediate effect. A firmer roller is more durable than a softer roller, because the foam compresses less quickly than with the softer version. If you plan to use the roller intensively, choose a firmer type.

Model foam roller

Besides the standard cylindrical roller, Yoga-Pilatesshop also offers other shapes, such as the semicircular roller, foot massage roller, and vari-massage roller. A semicircular foam roller is ideal for balance and stability training because the rounded side facing down creates an extra unstable surface. Perfect for when you want to challenge your balance and core stability with certain exercises. With the flat side facing down, the semicircular roller is ideal for stretching and massage.

Foam rollers for Pilates from Yoga-Pilatesshop

At Yoga-Pilatesshop, you'll find foam rollers in various colors and sizes. We're happy to tell you which foam roller is ideal for your Pilates workout.

Don't forget to take a look at our range Pilates DVDs. At Yoga-Pilatesshop you will find the STOTT DVD Foam Roller Challenge, with 21 Pilates exercises and a total workout of 27 minutes for intermediates.

Sissel Foam Roller

The Sissel foam roller The Sissel is an ideal foam roller for Pilates exercises, suitable for both beginners and advanced practitioners. This is the softest foam roller in the Yoga-Pilatesshop range. With this roller, you'll optimally expand the possibilities of your Pilates training and exercises. With a diameter of 15 centimeters and a length of 90 centimeters, the Sissel is ideal for professional classes with challenging Pilates exercises focused on stability and strength building. Thanks to its shape retention, you can easily massage larger muscles and pressure points. You'll also receive a poster with exercises!

Fitness-Mad Foam Roller

The foam rollers from Fitness-Mad are ideal for seated and lying Pilates exercises, aimed at improving stability and balance. We sell round and half-round foam rollers from Fitness-Mad. Medium-length rollers of 45 centimeters and long rollers of 90 centimeters are available blue foam roller is made of lightweight LDPE and the black variant Made of professionally expanded polypropylene foam. This durable, lightweight, and recyclable material ensures the black Fitness-Mad foam roller has a longer lifespan.

Massage Roller Fitness-Mad

The Massage roller or massage stick from Fitness-Mad The stick is 40 centimeters long and features nuclei in the center. This allows for effective penetration into specific muscles and is excellent for reducing or preventing muscle pain.

With the vari-massage foam roller With Fitness-Mad, you can easily adjust the intensity of the massage while rolling, thanks to the different patterns on the roller. Unlike many foam rollers, the material of this Vari-massage roller does not lose its shape.

The Foot massage roller Fitness-Mad helps relieve foot and heel pain. Use the roller while watching TV, working at a desk, or after a workout to relax your feet. This easy-to-use roller guarantees an effective foot massage.

Samarali cork roller

The Samarali roller It's made of cork from Portugal and contains 100% natural materials. At 30 centimeters long, it easily fits in your gym bag and is easy to take with you wherever you go. The cork feels wonderful against your skin.