BONDIR R2 PRO Massage Gun - Articulating Deep Tissue Back Massager with Extension Handle and 7X Heads Including Heated Attachment

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The PRO also boasts an EQ-150 brushless motor which promises to be 20% quieter (sure enough, it earned top marks in our in-house testing) and a handsome, velvet-lined case which neatly fits the device, charger and six heads.Percussive massage devices are an increasingly popular do-it-yourself option. The devices are often referred to as massage guns, as many are shaped a bit like a gun, with a pulsating tip that repeatedly digs into your muscles. They may often look like power tools, but the benefits of massage guns include decreased muscle tension, relaxed muscles, and promoted blood flow,” says Dr Daniel Giordano, CMO of Bespoke Treatments. “We use one on a daily basis, and it can be used before, during or after a workout.” How to Use a Massage Gun for Best Results

I like the breathwork feature that walks you through deep breathing via the LCD screen, paired with a heart rate sensor. This is also on the Theragun Sense device, below, if you don't need all the other features here. Compared to the 6th-gen Pro, you get a better carrying case, but lose the rotating arm. You get three different attachments (the first gen only offers one) – a standard ball, a dampener for bony areas and a thumb to target trigger points – for a more personalised massaging experience and it connects to the Therabody App via Bluetooth so you can access an extensive library of wellness routines. 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. Try not to wince. The Large Ball- The most commonly used attachment. Depending on the manufacturer, it’s made of either a dense rubber or hardened foam. Designed to treat both large and medium group muscles, this is the tip to use if you want to use a massage gun on your legs or calves. Overall, the most versatile massage gun tip of the bunch. The Sonic has the most massage head attachments of all the massage guns on this list. However, it's on the bigger side so it's not suitable for traveling. An issue I had with the Sonic is that I had to set it at the highest setting to feel the power of the massage gun. This is less common with heavy-duty massage guns, like the Theragun, because you can feel the intensity at the lowest setting. Another aspect that could be improved is the design on the body of the gun. It's made up of plastic, which makes it appear less durable.If your massage gun is causing you pain or making things worse, Sherry suggests consulting with a medical professional, who can rule out any issues. Muscle Re-Activation- 15 Seconds: Mid-workout and feeling a little tired? Muscles starting to fatigue or spasm? Give them a little boost with another 15 second session. A small 2020 study in the Journal of Sports Science & Medicine found that 16 male volunteers reported an increased range of motion after a 5-minute treatment with a massage gun on their calf muscles. Research on the efficacy of massage guns is still limited, however. In this study, for example, participants didn’t use the percussive massagers on themselves; someone else performed the treatment.

The Bantam comes with a travel case and four head attachments. You have more options than its competitor the Theragun Mini second generation, which only has three. The Bantam has three speeds ranging from 2,000 to 3,200 percussions per minute and provides 10 mm of amplitude and up to 35 pounds of pressure. As outlined above, using a massage gun before working out can help warm up and activate sleepy muscles. 30 seconds of direct massage is all it takes to reawaken the mind/muscle connection and get your body primed to perform at its best.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 will 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. Think of it as foam rolling turned up to eleven. Davé says that anywhere between 6 to 10 minutes is usually enough. “In general, start low and go slow,” he adds. “Listen to your body, and stop immediately if you feel any pain.” Overstimulating the muscle can cause damage, bruising, and in severe cases, rhabdomyolysis (the acute breakdown of muscle tissue). Portable, powerful and physio-approved: if there's one thing we've learned about the best massage guns, it's that the very best do all three. Gym-goers and athletes alike swear by the fitness gadget, which, in essence, is a battery powered, drill-looking tool that uses percussive therapy to dissipate soreness in the muscles. As far as gym bag essentials go, one of these mini masseuses is up there with a solid pair of gym trainers and a challenging set of resistance bands.