Begin by choosing an attachment that will complement the muscle group you’re treating. All of our picks come with a basic owner manual that at least recommends which attachments to use on which areas of the body. Float the attachment over the area you’re targeting and adjust the pressure as you go. To warm up for a workout or activity, concentrate on a specific area for about 30 seconds. For post-activity recovery, relaxation, or targeted attention on a tight spot, spend one to two minutes per area, holding the massage gun gently but steadily on knots or tender areas as tolerated. What we do know is that a massage gun cannot flush lactic acid from your muscles (that’s not how muscle soreness works).
Flaunting five speeds and six interchangeable heads, this deep-tissue percussion massager targets knots and sore tissues while preventing delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS). It comes with a choice of five massage heads, has the highest battery life on test and moves fluently over skin without dragging. The handle vibrated a lot on the highest speed setting, causing our arm to ache after a while, but this can easily be remedied by turning the power down for a more soothing percussive therapy session. A thumb-oriented power button controls the speed adjustment, and three LED lights indicate the speed. (The device has no battery-life indicator.) The button is a bit stiff and makes an audible click when pressed.
This massage fun offers three vibrational speeds ranging from 1750 to 3200 RPM and is designed to provide calming, therapeutic relief post-workout or after a long day on the job. It’s also notably compact and weighs less than a pound, making it perfect for on-the-go use. This massage gun has four interchangeable heads and can be set to six speeds ranging from 1200 to 3200 RPM (revolutions per minute). It comes with a carrying case and lasts for up to four hours on a full charge. Though this percussive massager doesn’t have all the bells and whistles and may run slightly louder, it does the trick. The PRO is also slightly lighter than its predecessor while still being much more powerful than its fellow Therabody guns, as well as being 20% quieter than the previous model.
They’re necessary because your body needs time to regenerate itself and build the muscle you’ve earned from your workouts. While part of the recovery process includes eating well, getting plenty of sleep and giving your sore muscles some TLC, the use of a massage gun can be a helpful addition to your cooldown routine. Massage guns use percussive therapy, a form of soft
tissue massage that uses vibrations to relieve muscle tension. Percussive therapy relieves aches, sore muscles, knots, tension and other pains. People with labor-intensive jobs and those who work on their feet all day or spend many hours at a desk job can benefit from percussive therapy, too. What’s more, it has an excellent selection of massage heads and speeds.
These handheld percussive devices can be used to quickly and effectively alleviate tightness and pain caused by overworked muscles. Invest in a high-quality massage gun and you can use it before training, to prime your muscles for a session, or post-workout to ward off any potential DOMS. It’ll help you recover faster, boost your circulation and lymphatic drainage, increase your flexibility and extend your range of motion – ultimately improving your performance across the board.
This design makes it easier to read the speed it’s set on and if it needs to be charged. There’s more than enough power in this massager’s brushless motor to reach most any muscle group. Plus, it’s compact, lightweight and easy to grip, with five speeds. The Renpho R3 Mini Massage Gun has all the accessories you need to target sore muscles, but is also compact enough to take just about anywhere. It comes in a zip-up carry case, which looks quite stylish and contains everything you need to get started, including the massage gun along with an assortment of five massage heads. There’s also a USB cable for charging, plus a user manual that takes you through the setup process.