Foam Roller Exercises for Easing Tight Muscles

By Elizabeth Quinn, About.com Guide

Updated March 05, 2012

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Releasing your quadriceps (quads) is one of the easiest foam roller exercises. Simply lay on top of the roller using your hands for balance and work the front of the thigh from the hip down to the knee.

You can perform this exercise with one or both legs on the roller, depending upon how much pressure you can handle or desire. If you want less pressure, keep one leg off the roller and use the foot to support some of your body weight.

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