second only to the Theragun Mini – see below), so it could easily be taken to the gym with you, when going to the gym is an option. Hearst UK is the trading name of the National Magazine Company Ltd, 30 Panton Street, Leicester Square, London, SW1Y 4AJ. Improving Recovery: Janine Beckie, known for her incredible speed and agility on the field, undoubtedly puts immense stress on her muscles and joints.

Argentina and Australia only had two full days to prepare for their last-16 tie on Saturday following their final group games on Wednesday. Henderson started and scored the first goal on Sunday as Gareth Southgate’s team recorded a 3-0 victory over Senegal in the last 16. The Urban Fitness Massage Gun is designed to relieve muscle soreness and eliminate aches and pains gained from working out. Move slowly up and down the length of the muscle for around 30 seconds – if you find a particularly sore spot (or ‘trigger point’), spend a little more time on it, but there's no need to apply more pressure. You can use a massage gun whenever you’re looking to relieve some muscle tension, but it may be especially beneficial to use after a workout to promote recovery with reduced muscle soreness,” says Leada Malek, DPT, SCS, a sports physical therapist in San Francisco who’s board-certified through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialists.

Before we get into the details of how they work, what they are used for and how to choose the right one for you, here’s a quick look at our top five.

Unlike other at-home massage tools, massage guns let you precisely target the muscles you want to work on without much effort. Outside of work, Priyankaa can usually be found trying out a new gym class, seeking out London's best eats or watching a Spanish TV show in a bid to keep up her language skills.

Our team of engineers and designers designed this percussion massage device to facilitate self massaging on every muscle of the body. The panel said the attachments ‘glide really smoothly, without any bumping, shaking or jarring’, and thought the third setting provided strong power for such a small product. Massage guns are good for athletes of all levels, whether you’re professional, semi-professional, or recreational. In a recent interview with GQ, the 22-year-old spoke about how the coronavirus pandemic impacted his fitness and how taking care of his body became even more essential after suffering a calf injury in November.

If you have any form of sensory issue that reduces sensations on your body, avoid using a massage gun - you could be hurting yourself more than you’re actually feeling it. Through regular self-massage, she can minimize the risk of common football-related injuries, such as sprains or strains. Over a decade later, TheraBody is among the industry leaders when it comes to at-home massage solutions, and Theragun Prime is one of their prized products.

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This type of tool is revolutionizing the recovery of players with great rates of improvement in performance and effort in football matches and other sports.It is loud – like audible in another room loud – and intense, but it treats specific muscle pains more effectively than anything else we tried. Even if you’re quite familiar with your massager, starting slow and working your way up is never a wrong choice. Everyday Health follows strict sourcing guidelines to ensure the accuracy of its content, outlined in our editorial policy. They were also impressed with the design – it's lightweight, the controls couldn’t be simpler to use, and there's plenty of power (especially on the highest setting). As Janine continues to inspire millions with her skills, dedication, and passion for the game, incorporating a massage gun into her routine can be a game-changer, allowing her to excel and thrive in the sport she loves.