UpCircleSeven Yoga Wheel - [Pro Series] Strongest & Most Comfortable Yoga Prop Wheel - Perfect for Back Pain Stretching & Backbends, 12 x 5 IN (Blue)

I'm going to get a little bit nerdy on you but this will help why I gave this product 5 stars. When you understand how the physics of this works, it makes the product make so much more sense. I'm talking about how you get deep pressure to relieve muscle tension, especially in your back. What I mean is lbs per square inch. When you put the same amount of weight into a smaller area vs. a larger area, you increase the pressure, which is exactly what gives you that amazing deep relief. I think a downside is that it makes it a bit harder to balance but they've done a great job of making the yoga wheel wide enough so you don't tip over. What does this all mean? It means my foam roller will never do a good job as this yoga wheeler. If you've got some balance, I highly recommend you give it a try. If your balance is compromised, I don't think this is good for you. For me, I'm happy with my purchase.

I am absolutely in love with this yoga wheel! I am in a yoga group and a bunch of members there posted about the wheel. I looked into it more and finally decided to get one. I've compared this wheel to other yoga wheels and this was the best bang for my money. I got it because I have an S-curve in my spine and I can no longer do backbends. I tried using a foam roller but it doesn't have the same range of motion as the yoga wheel. So far, it has been amazing in opening up my chest and relieving tension in my back, especially my lumbar spine where the curve is at. To help with my current pains, I supplement with plenty of floor exercises but this wheel definitely does the best at getting my back stretched out properly. I'm super happy with it! My current routine consists of using it in the morning to release overnight tension and then again before going to bed as I sit down all day at the office. My best tip is to learn how to use it beforehand so you don't injure yourself. It is an amazing purchase overall!