{"product_id":"franklin-fascia-ball","title":"Franklin Fascia Ball – Soft Myofascial Release \u0026 Pilates Prop","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFranklin Fascia Ball – Soft Myofascial Release \u0026amp; Pilates Prop\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGentle but effective. The \u003cstrong\u003eFranklin fascia ball\u003c\/strong\u003e is a soft, pliable ball designed for myofascial release, body awareness exercises, and Pilates prop work. Unlike firm massage balls, its soft texture allows for gentle, sustained pressure that melts into tight fascia without discomfort — perfect for sensitive areas and beginners.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft, Pliable Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gentle pressure that’s comfortable on sensitive areas like the neck, feet, and hips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMyofascial Release:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sustained pressure releases fascial restrictions and improves tissue mobility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePilates Prop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used in Franklin Method and Pilates classes for body awareness and movement education\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight \u0026amp; Portable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to carry to class or use at home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Effective on feet, hips, shoulders, and spine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stand on the ball and slowly roll to release plantar fascia and improve foot mobility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sit on the ball and gently shift weight to release hip flexors and glutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place along the spine and breathe deeply to allow gentle fascial release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePilates Class:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use as a prop for Franklin Method exercises and body awareness training\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePilates practitioners (all levels)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFranklin Method students\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYoga and movement practitioners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeginners new to myofascial release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone with sensitive muscles or recovering from injury\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow is this different from a firm massage ball?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe soft, pliable texture allows for gentler, more sustained pressure — ideal for fascial work and sensitive areas where a firm ball would be too intense.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this the same as a Franklin Method ball?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — this style of soft ball is commonly used in Franklin Method Pilates and movement education classes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Pilates Plan","offers":[{"title":"purple 3 inches","offer_id":50916786962679,"sku":"14:193#purple 3 inches","price":21.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"pink 4 inches","offer_id":50916786995447,"sku":"14:771#pink 4 inches","price":25.56,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0944\/8990\/3351\/files\/S6214303081f54fbdb33eb91b5acd12d3R.webp?v=1783253571","url":"https:\/\/thepilatesplan.com\/products\/franklin-fascia-ball","provider":"The Pilates Plan","version":"1.0","type":"link"}