Rollin' with "The Grid"

I don't do a lot of product reviews, mainly because I can't con any manufacturers into sending me free stuff ... ARE YOU LISTENING BROOKS??? (I mean seriously, I think I help keep that company in business ... but I digress)  Also, I know most people breeze by product reviews because they are all so subjective.  But I just wanted to write a few words about an amazing "foam roller" that Michael and I have discovered that has revolutionized our self-massaging before and after runs.


Trigger Point Performance - Grid Foam Roller (black & orange pictured)



The Trigger Point Performance Grid Foam Roller is like a conventional foam roller in that you can use it for self-massaging and "rolling-out" those tight muscles before and after runs.  But what makes it different is this baby is HARD!!! (Insert Coy Martinez "That's what she said" joke here)  As you know most traditional foam rollers seem to lose their firmness a few weeks after you bring them home from the store.  Plus, if you use it much at all, or if there's more than one athlete in your home, you know it doesn't take long to begin a Foam Roller category in your monthly budget due to replacement costs.

The Grid Foam Roller has a hard plastic inner shell that allows the firm foam on the outside to keep its shape.  It also has various "grooves" for additional massage therapy.  It retails for about $40, but it's well worth it.  Michael and I each have had one of our own for about two months now and neither has shown any signs of losing its shape or firmness.  Also, the harder, denser foam massages much deeper into your muscles than traditional soft foam rollers.  Here is the info from their website ... http://www.tptherapy.com/

The Grid features:
"Green" technology

• Constructed with less foam than traditional foam rollers
• Designed to withstand constant, heavy, and repeated use without breaking down
• Built from EVA foam

The Matrix & Distrodensity Zones

• Unique design allows for targeted massage:
• Find the Distrodensity Zone that best suits your needs
• Distrodensity allows for a more realistic massage experience

Core body workout versatility

• Use The Grid to achieve a comprehensive core body workout
• From crunches to bicycles to pushups - use it to challenge core muscles
• Incorporate it into daily workout routines

• Compact; travel with it and workout anywhere

We designed The Grid for athletes and people of all types - from long distance runners and endurance athletes to Crossfit competitors and major league sports players to soccer moms and yoga enthusiasts.
Whether you're looking to massage your lats, quads, lower back, or any other large muscle group, or trying to achieve a killer core body workout, The Grid is certain to suit your needs. The Grid is the most versatile and comprehensive foam roller and workout tool available.


The Grid is also backed by a 1-year warranty against manufacturing defects - we're confident it won't break down or fail under normal use. Try finding that guarantee with any of the traditional foam rollers out there. Order yours today and find out why The Grid has everyone so excited!
For those athletes and users that are looking for a more intensive and targeted Trigger Point massage experience, be sure to check out our core line of products like: the TP Massage Ball, Footballer, and Quadballer.
The Grid and Distrodensity are trademarks of Trigger Point Performance, copyright 2009. The Grid and Distrodensity are patent pending.

I know you won't be disappointed if you try it!  Good luck!
... be great today!