National Foam Rolling Day
May 11, Sunday
History of the holiday
Foam rolling gained popularity in the 1980s thanks to physical therapist Sean Gallagher, who began using rollers for self-massage among Broadway performers. However, the origins of the method go back to the 1920s, when Moshe Feldenkrais developed a technique aimed at improving movement and flexibility through body awareness.
Benefits of foam rolling
Foam rolling helps to:
- reduce muscle tension and soreness;
- improve blood circulation;
- increase range of motion;
- speed up recovery after physical exertion;
- lower stress levels.
How National Foam Rolling Day is celebrated
- Hosting foam rolling workshops and training sessions in fitness centers.
- Organizing home self-massage sessions using a foam roller.
- Sharing experiences and tips on social media using the hashtag #NationalFoamRollingDay.
- Learning new techniques and exercises for different muscle groups.