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DIY Foam Roller

I have tried various rollers but none gave me a satisfying feeling sort of tissue / muscle depth. As our Asian body frame is smaller and more compact muscle, it is difficult to get a roller to perform as expected ... sigh ... So I think to myself that enough is enough. Its time that I DIY roller myself, to meet the physical needs of my own. Okay! Here is what you need: 1. 4 inch diameter (1.5 feet long) PVC pipe 2. Foam Sheet 3. All the glue surface 4. tape Steps 1. Wash and dry your pipes properly. 2. Apply glue inch by inch and gently roll the foam to the pipe. 3. Once the foam has been protected pipes, additional cuts. 4. As you will see additional foam on both sides, folding all the additives into the PVC pipe. 5. Make sure before you fold in addition, do not apply excessive foam glue, so it will stick in the pipe. 6. Use the tape to the inside of the pipe to make it look neat. Is Foam Rolling On? Foam rolling is a self myofascial release technique (SMR) a