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I did the Pilates 'roll like a ball' exercise for a week, and my mobility improved in a way I didn’t expect

The Pilates roll like a ball exercise sounds fun, and it really is. How many times, as an adult, have you grabbed one of the best yoga mats and rolled back and forth? Probably not many, and me neither ...
The New York Times

5 Foam Rolling Exercises for Skeptics

Here’s what to know before adding a foam roller to your warm-up or cool down. Credit... Supported by By Ashley Abramson Like many people working from home during the pandemic, Veronika Javor, 39, ...
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I tried Pilates roll-downs every day for a week - and was amazed at how quickly it eased years of stiffness

If there’s one thing about me, it’s that I’m a very willing participant when it comes to trying out an exercise or form of fitness that’s going to make me (and my back, shoulders and neck) feel great.
Rolling Out

Joint-friendly cardio moves that could save your knees

Every step you take during traditional cardio exercises could be slowly destroying your knees, hips, and ankles. The repetitive forward motion that defines most cardiovascular workouts creates a ...
Women's Health

12 of the best ab rollers for a strong, sculpted core, from £9

What is an ab roller? An ab roller, or ab wheel, is an effective and efficient way to strengthen your core and tone the abdominal muscles by rolling yourself out into a plank and back. 'The ab roller ...