Relieve Muscular Pain and Tightness with
the
One and Only Deep-Tissue Roller
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Common Foam Rollers Compress Soft Tissue
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Physical therapists, trainers, and athletes use foam rollers to
relieve muscular pain and tightness (often called "adhesions",
"knots", or "trigger points"). But conventional foam rollers have
smooth surfaces that further compress soft tissue. Rolling on top of them improves blood
flow and tissue flexibility, but the effect is limited and relatively superficial, unless
you spend a lot of time rolling.
The RumbleRoller was created to perform this therapy more effectively. |
The RumbleRoller Manipulates Soft Tissue - Like a Massage
Therapist!
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The surface of the RumbleRoller contains specially designed bumps that
are firm, but flexible, much like the thumbs of a massage therapist.
As you roll over the top of the RumbleRoller, the bumps continuously knead the contours of
your body, gently stretching soft tissue (muscle and fascia) in multiple directions. This
action erodes trigger points, helps restore flexibility, and brings quick relief to common
types of muscular pain. By design, the RumbleRoller's bumps are firmer than muscle tissue,
but much softer than bone, so they deflect out of the way if they contact your spine or
other bony protrusions.
Through simple techniques, you can control the amount of pressure the bumps apply to your
body. The bumps are closely spaced to one another (< 2" apart), so several of them
simultaneously contact your body during most exercises. However, with a slight shift of
your body, you can reduce your area of contact with the RumbleRoller, which increases
pressure and provides deeper, more penetrating relief. |
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Which RumbleRoller is Best for You?
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| The RumbleRoller is made in two different sizes, and each size is
available in two different densities. The information below will help you choose the best
model for your particular needs. |
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RumbleRoller models, clockwise from left:
- RRX317 RumbleRoller, extra firm (black, 36% firmer)
- RR316 RumbleRoller (blue, original density)
- RRCX127 Compact RumbleRoller, extra firm (black, 36% firmer)
- RRC126 Compact RumbleRoller (blue, original density)
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Full-Size or Compact
If you plan to use your RumbleRoller in a single location -- e.g. at home -- you'll love
the full-size model, because its extra length makes it more efficient for performing many
exercises. It's long enough to roll the widest part of your back in one pass; you can roll
both legs (quads, hamstrings, and/or calves) at the same time; and you can even transition
from one IT band to the other without moving the roller. With the Compact RumbleRoller,
you'll need to roll each leg separately, and will spend a little more time repositioning
yourself between exercises.
The major advantage the Compact RumbleRoller has over the full-size model is its
portability. At just 12" in length, it fits easily in your gym bag, backpack, or
carry-on luggage. This makes it a favorite of runners and triathletes, who transport
theirs from race to race. The Compact RumbleRoller's smaller diameter (5" vs. 6"
for the full-size model) allows it to conform better to the curvature of some body parts,
such as your neck. The Compact RumbleRoller also costs less than the full-size model,
which may be important if your budget is limited. |
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Original Density or Extra-Firm
If you're new to foam rolling or have gotten positive results from any type of
conventional foam roller, you'll want the original density (blue). Even though this is our
"softest" roller, it's still more aggressive than any other foam roller on the
market. The extra-firm version (black) is intended for experienced users with especially
dense muscle tissue that doesn't respond to normal massage pressure. |
| Need more help deciding which model to buy? See
our FAQs. |
Add Another Dimension to Your Foam Roller Program
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| The RumbleRoller's massaging action can be further intensified by
changing your movement from a back-and-forth rolling motion to a side-to-side rocking
motion. That's because the RumbleRoller's bumps have an asymmetrical shape that allows
them to flex more easily in one direction. During rolling movements (i.e. the most common
roller exercises, with the roller moving beneath you), the bumps flex relatively easily,
and provide a wiping-type massage pressure. However, if you rock from side-to-side toward
the RumbleRoller's ends, the bumps are forced to flex in a direction in which they're
designed to be somewhat stiffer. This creates a deeper "digging" pressure. |
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| This rocking technique nearly doubles the number of ways you can use a
foam roller. It's especially effective for penetrating dense tissue like that of your
calves, as well as hard-to-roll areas like your upper lats and even your neck. For
specific details, please see our Techniques
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The RumbleRoller Outlasts Conventional Foam Rollers
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Before creating the RumbleRoller, we spent years studying other foam
rollers, and testing many different types of advanced polymers. Our material research
resulted in a product that has several times the strength and tear resistance of
conventional rollers, has a wonderful feel, permanently retains its shape, and is
guaranteed to outlast and outperform any foam roller that you've ever used.
The RumbleRoller's smooth, nonporous surface repels most dirt. It's also water-proof and
latex free, and includes a molded-in antimicrobial additive that helps prevent the growth
of bacteria and fungus. To clean your RumbleRoller, simply wipe it down as needed with
soap and water or any common household cleaner. |
RumbleRoller Safety Information
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| Both versions of the RumbleRoller (original density and extra-firm) have
been tested by an independent laboratory in accordance with the Consumer Product Safety
Improvement Act (CPSIA) of 2008 for lead and phthalates. All toxins measured below
detectible levels, which the CPSIA considers safe for use by children age 12 and under.
Although CPSIA testing is not mandatory for sporting goods, this information may be
important to you because these toxins are known to negatively impact human health in many
ways. For details, please see RumbleRoller test
results (3MB pdf) and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission website. |
Learn More About the RumbleRoller
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| Visit our FAQ page for answers to your questions,
our Comparison page to see how the RumbleRoller
compares to other types of massage tools, and our Videos and Reviews pages for opinions from experienced athletes, trainers,
and physical therapists. |
Ready to Rumble?
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| To find your nearest RumbleRoller retailer, please see our Retailers page. |
