Using a TriggerPoint GRID STK handheld foam roller before or after every workout can help loosen overworked muscles, reduce joint pain, improve circulation and get you back to the gym faster.
Recent studies support the effectiveness of Self Myofascial Release (SMR) or foam rolling. One notable study out of Memorial University of Newfoundland (St. John’s, Canada) used a foam roller for 5 minutes. After two minutes, ‘Range of Motion' (ROM) was significantly improved without any adverse effects on muscle strength.
What Is The GRID STK Handheld Foam Roller?
The GRID STK foam roller is a compact, water-resistant roller that will fit in your gym bag with ease. It is a handy mobility tool that is beneficial for every athlete. The GRID STK was created to relieve the body of the most common aches and pains caused by extreme workouts and can reach most areas of your body with ease. The tool is ergonomically designed for multi-functional use; so whether you are sitting or standing, you can still use the GRID STK.
The TriggerPoint GRID foam roller is by far, the most popular SMR roller on the market today. This is not merely because the TriggerPoint brand is widely known for the great products they manufacture, but rather the product is popular because it is effective, and has many positive reviews from actual buyers. It is also recommended by physical therapists, chiropractors, and sports physicians across the country.
What Makes TriggerPoint GRID STK Handheld Foam Roller Different?
The GRID STK foam roller has some unique features that have made it stand out from the rest. Its design, durability, ease of use, size variations and much more are some of its outstanding qualities. Below is are the highlights of the product:
• It is a portable, handheld foam roller that incorporates the variable surface design of revolutionary GRID rollers;
• The product works on large muscle groups, while also targeting specific areas;
• It is multi-functional and can be used when standing or seated;
• Equipped with AcuGRIP handles that provide relief to targeted areas and mimics the pressure from a massage therapist's thumb;
• It has a 3-dimensional surface that moves blood and oxygen to tissue for health and mobility;
Design
The roller does not have the regular smooth surface, but is manufactured with grooves that create a grid. Due to the grids, there are different firmness and multiple density levels across the roller’s surface. The grid is useful when rolling to alter the pressure of a myofasical massage.
Durability
Most regular foam rollers will wear out after constant use. The GRID STK has a rigid core that makes it longer-lasting. So while the price is higher than the average roller, it makes up for this in durability and functionality.
Effectiveness
It is a moderate foam roller that is not excessively firm, or too soft (they have an extra firm version). It is effective t getting the job done with different densities, people can choose the one that works the muscles better.
Size
TriggerPoint GRID foam rollers come in different sizes. You can choose any of the lengths that suits your needs:
• Original GRID and GRID X are 13 inches long
• GRID 2.0 is 26 inches long• GRID mini is 4 inches long
• GRID STK is 21-inch long (manual roller)
• GRID NANO is 6.5 inches long (manual roller)
The size you choose will be based on your personal choice and usage habits. A13 inches long GRID is very portable for mobility, but for home use, a GRID 2.0 can be a gem too.
