January 2015 PMID 25415413

Foam rolling for delayed-onset muscle soreness and recovery of dynamic performance measures.

Gregory E P Pearcey, David J Bradbury-Squires, Jon-Erik Kawamoto, Eric J Drinkwater, David G Behm, Duane C Button

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The tone is generally dismissive, exemplified by comments questioning the scientific validity of foam rolling and referencing stronger evidence for other recovery techniques. Phrases like 'Humbug' and 'strohmannargument' reflect skepticism and a lack of deep engagement or acknowledgment of the research's potential impact.

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Abstract in brief

  • Foam rolling after intense exercise can help reduce muscle soreness (DOMS) and improve recovery of muscle performance, including sprinting, strength, and power.
  • A study with 8 active males showed that foam rolling immediately and up to 48 hours post-exercise significantly increased muscle tenderness relief and enhanced various performance measures like sprint speed, jump distance, and strength endurance.
  • The results suggest foam rolling is an effective recovery method to decrease muscle soreness and support the return of dynamic performance after strenuous exercise.]

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Pankaj Dhuper
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References Pearcey, G. E. P. (2015). Foam Rolling for Delayed-Onset Muscle Soreness and Recovery of Dynamic Performance Measures. Journal of Athletic Training, (2015). https://t.co/wE7OxXKYKu https://t.co/UHTFUBkndN

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Pankaj Dhuper
@fittrwithpankaj · X

References Pearcey, G. E. P. (2015). Foam Rolling for Delayed-Onset Muscle Soreness and Recovery of Dynamic Performance Measures. Journal of Athletic Training, (2015). https://t.co/wE7OxXKYKu https://t.co/UHTFUBkndN

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smonge
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@_temmi @KLDZTM Was soll jetzt das strohmannargument? https://t.co/JTFR9MmMvH Für faszienrollen gibt es auf jeden Fall 1000mal bessere evidenz als für deinen Humbug.

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Alberto Mejias
@albertxmej · X

Técnicas de recuperación

Nov 12, 2019 · 46 followers View post →