OPTP PRO-Roller Standard Density Foam Roller – Medium Density Foam Roller for Physical Therapy, Pilates, Yoga Foam Roll Exercises, and Muscle Recovery - Purple 36" x 4"

The purple (standard) has a perfect firmness compared to the blue (soft) which is too soft. The 36x4in is also the perfect size for lying vertically with the column aligned with the roller, and not too tall so I can stretch the chest muscles without being too far from the floor.

Firm and supportive! The standard density was sufficient for my needs. It has definitely helped loosen the tightness in my back muscles by laying on it face up. It takes practice to position oneself on it.

Prices ranges for these things are all over the map but a lot of what you can get for cheap is cheesy open cell foam or glorified styrofoam. This roller is well covered, extremely comfortable, and yet resists my weight well enough to do the job.

I love this narrow massage pole. I had an average pole(standard one?) before it felt quite large on me (5"3 and 115-125lbs) I use it for my neck, shoulder, back wings, arm and it works amazing. And I'm sure it can be used for anyone for small muscle tension release.

I was in such a dilemma about what roller to get for my back. I am 5'3 110lbs and the Amazon 6" roller was just way too tall off the ground for my comfort. So I wasn't sure about splurging on this initially. First I thought about getting another cheaper 3" diameter ones on Amazon (the white ones) but the reviews looked pretty bad like it was a pool noodle. So I bit the bullet on this one, and boy oh boy I made the right decision. This one feels so premium and has just the right amount of give in the foam! Not too much squish but also not too hard. Investment for my back!! It's been 2 weeks I'm so happy with it.

Too small and too hard

The 4" diameter makes this roller easy and comfortable to use for several stretching/relaxing exercises that were challenging to do with a firmer 6" roller. Longer length also allows for easer stretches when positioned over the spine, not jus across the spine.

Great size for mobility

This product is sturdy and will perform quite well for the next few years, I believe. It is very hard, so know that when purchasing it. The person I work with ordered one because she wanted one that was harder than the ones she has. I am giving it three stars because for a foam roller its price is exorbitant. For some reasons people in the health field think they can charge an arm and a leg because it is health related. It's a shame they do that.