rolling pin Pro

The difference is not in function or hardness – all five wood types are equally durable and feel equally effective when rolling. The difference is a matter of personal preference in four areas:

Feel & Warmth
Alder feels particularly warm and soft in the hands – almost velvety. Beech, ash, oak, and walnut feel somewhat smoother and cooler in comparison, which many find particularly pleasant.

Weight
Alder is the lightest of the five hardwoods. The other four – beech, ash, oak, and walnut – are close in weight.

Scent
Each type of wood has its own natural scent. Since all our products are treated with linseed oil, this warm, nutty linseed oil scent always accompanies the first use – a beautiful sign of natural processing.

Appearance & Grain
Beech is generally very even and homogeneous in appearance – simple and classic. Alder, ash, oak, and walnut, on the other hand, can have beautiful, individual grains: each piece is unique. Walnut stands out with deep, dark tones, and oak and ash with striking textures. This is purely a matter of taste.

Durability
In terms of durability, all five types of wood make no compromises – they are built to last forever.

Everyone thinks that at first – and that's perfectly normal! But those who try it for the first time are usually surprised: Around 95% spontaneously say, "Oh, it doesn't feel that hard at all!"

The reason lies in its shape. The groove in the middle spares the spine, so the pressure only acts on the muscles – and not on the bones. For example, if you rest your leg in the groove, the weight is distributed over a large support surface and it feels surprisingly comfortable. This is precisely why the iliotibial tract (outer thigh ligament) can be rolled out wonderfully this way – on a straight roller, this would be almost impossible for most people due to the pain. And those who place the roller under their neck while lying on their back often find: You could easily take a power nap like this.

The main difference lies in the design: The classic foam roller has a diameter of 14 cm, the Pro version 12 cm – and is also hollow in the middle. This makes it about half as light as the normal version.

Intensity: Due to the smaller diameter, the contact surface of the Pro version is slightly smaller, which makes the massage minimally more intense. However, the difference is not huge.

Lower Back: Those who support themselves on their forearms when rolling out their lower back can work more comfortably with the Pro version – especially for smaller individuals, as the smaller diameter allows for better support.

Balance Board: Both versions work on the balance board. The Pro version reacts a bit faster and more dynamically, while the normal version is calmer and more controllable.

In short: Both versions work excellently – the Pro is lighter and a tad more intense, the normal version is a bit calmer and more massive. There is no "wrong" choice.

The great thing about rollholz: It adapts to your everyday life – you don't have to follow a strict program. As a guide:

You can stretch daily; 5–10 minutes are completely sufficient.

We recommend rolling out – meaning the classic back-and-forth rolling over a muscle group – about twice a week with approximately 3 exercises each time.

You can melt in – purposely staying on one spot until the tension subsides – as needed, for example, if you notice a particularly tense area. This takes about 1.5 to 4 minutes per spot.

All techniques, exercises, and what you should pay attention to are explained in detail in the free e-book you receive after purchase.

The e-book was developed in collaboration with sports scientists and therapists and guides you step-by-step through your fascia training. You will find everything you need in it: from the basics (what are fascia anyway?) to the two techniques of rolling out and melting in, to an extensive collection of exercises with photos and precise instructions for almost every muscle group – for all rollholz products. There is also a section on contraindications, i.e., when you should take a break or consult a doctor.

You will receive it automatically – just check the bottom of your order confirmation email after purchase.