Priced at £14.99, the rechargeable massage gun has four head attachments and six settings to help you unwind after a workout or ease muscle aches
Priced at £14.99, the rechargeable massage gun has four head attachments and six settings to help you unwind after a workout or ease muscle aches
Fitness enthusiasts looking to elevate their recovery game will be pleased to know that Home Bargains is selling a handheld massage gun for just under £15. The X-Tone Rechargeable Massage Gun, available for £14.99, comes with four head attachments and six settings.
Users can tailor their massage to target various muscle groups and adjust intensity levels for optimal pre-workout sessions or post-workout relief. Jeffrey Petersen, PT, MOMT, the expert behind Petersen Physical Therapy, has endorsed the benefits of massage guns, explaining that they can ease muscle tension, improve circulation, aid in lactic acid release, and stimulate the lymphatic system.
It’s news that’s sure to delight fitness fanatics and gym newbies looking to recover from their new workouts. Highlighting a specific advantage, Petersen said: “Anyone who works out or lifts weights knows that if you want to increase muscle strength and mass you must focus on increasing the stress systematically over time.
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“The most common way to achieve this is to lift heavier weights or add volume over time. As we get more advanced, pushing the envelope means increased recovery needs over time.
“This sometimes can mean painful aches within the muscles known as Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness or DOMS. DOMS can last up to three days after a heavy workout. Massage gun therapy can greatly reduce delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS).”
The expert said massage guns can be used on soft tissue, and they’re typically most effective when used to target specific trigger points. That said, you should be careful not to aggravate existing injuries through incorrect use, reports the Mirror.
For instance, Petersen warns that massage guns should not be used on sprains, broken bones, or large areas of bruising. They could also worsen chronic pain conditions.
Petersen said it’s essential to seek medical advice before using a massage gun if you have an inflammatory disorder, conditions affecting blood pressure, or are on blood thinners. Additionally, everyone should read any provided instructions before using a new device.
