Pilates Foam Roller

The Pilates foam roller is a simple piece of equipment made of high density foam. It is basically foam cut into a cylinder shape. With a similar affect to the traditional Swiss ball, the roller provides an unstable surface to exercise on. This makes the exercises harder and results in increased activation of the core. It is also commonly used by sports people as a tool to help with self massage, particularly in the leg muscles.

The foam rollers have become popular in many modern Pilates studios. They are affordable, compact and easy to store, making them ideal for the home Pilates studio. It isn't recommended that beginners don't use the Pilates roller without proper instruction. They can be quite challenging, and if the exercises aren't performed correctly can result in injury. They have their own unique repertoire of exercises.

For the those more experienced at Pilates, it is still advisable to gain one-on-one instruction before purchasing a roller to use at home. There are a few DVD foam roller packs that may also aid when starting out. The DVD's will show you a variety of exercises to try and how to perform them safely. By also buying a Pilate's ring and resistance bands, You can easily create your own min Pilates studio with a foam roller for very little cost.

As with starting any new exercise regimen, please consult your doctor to make sure that using the Pilates roller is safe for you. It is also recommended that you participate in a few private or small group lessons before trying the roller on your own.