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When you need a little extra to help you bounce back from a workout, to help your muscles relax or work through an injury, recovery tools can help with different areas. We take a deep dive to find out what’s worth your money.

Recovery Tools

Nekteck Airflow Go Review | Calf & Leg Compression Recovery You Can Take Anywhere

We tested the Nekteck Airflow Go's compression modes, battery life, and portability through a 50k training block to see if calf-only recovery is worth it.

Rally Orbital Massager Review | A Gentler Alternative to Traditional Massage Guns

The Rally Orbital Massager takes a different approach to muscle recovery, replacing the jackhammer sensation of traditional massage guns with a controlled circular motion. We tested it on sore calves,…

Helio Cure Helio Glow Review: Is This Premium Red Light Panel Worth It?

Is the Heliocure Helio Glow worth the investment? We tested this advanced red light therapy panel to see how easy it is to use and what sets it apart.

Finally Earbuds I Can Sleep In | Fitnexa Somnipods 3 Review

Looking for earbuds you can actually sleep in? The Fitnexa SomniPods 3 offer a comfortable fit, effective noise cancellation, and built in sleep sounds.

Athletes Have Been Using Palm Cooling for Years. Is It Finally Worth Trying?

Therabody CryoTherm Palm review: does its palm cooling tech actually lower core temperature and aid recovery? We put it to the test.

Dry Needling, Muscle Scraping & E-Stim: Do They Actually Work for Runners?

Learn what dry needling for runners, muscle scraping, and e-stim really do to your body straight from a running-focused physical therapist.

Hypervolt vs. Theragun: Which Massage Gun Should You Choose?

Hypervolt vs Theragun: Which massage gun is worth your money? Compare specs, power, battery life, and value to find the perfect recovery tool for you.

Who Will Benefit from Velous Recovery Footwear?

The VELOUS Hoya Adjustable Slide is equipped with Tri-Motion Technology for optimized foot movement and triple-density Foamotion foam for comfort and support. There’s no better feeling than slipping into a…

Kane Revive Review | Why We Love This Sustainable Slide (Despite the Looks)

Our review of the Kane Revive recovery shoe. Running shoes aren’t the only shoe category that’s exploding, the recovery footwear market is on a tear and Kane has often been…

Are Massage Guns Worth It? | Affordable Options for Runners

Are massage guns worth it? Talking to a PT about how to use it, plus sharing some of the best massage guns for runners

Hyperice Venom Go: The Compact Recovery Tool Can Go Everywhere

Perfect for gym bags, suitcases, or your desk drawer. Find out why the Venom Go won us over for soothing tight muscles.

PRUNGO Red Light Review | Better Than Panels for Targeted Pain Relief?

Red light therapy can be hit or miss, which is why we're pretty surprised with just how much relief we felt from the Prungo FluxGo.

Chirp Halo Review | It Helps With Pain, But It’s Not a Cure: Here’s What to Know

The Chrip Halo is a great tool when you understand it's limitations and actual uses. It could truly benefit those dealing with nagging pain.

Hyperice Product Comparison: Which Recovery Tools Deliver? We Tested them All

Real talk about Hyperice recovery tools! We tested Hyperboots, Normatec, Venom and more. What actually works and is worth the price tag.

Nike Hyperboot Review: Cool Tech, Eye-Popping Price—Here’s Our Verdict

Nike umped into the recovery space with the Hyperboot, but who's it for? It's not a foot massage as described, but interesting for the right athlete.

Running Recovery Tools: What Works vs. What’s Just Expensive Hype

Running recovery involves a lot of factors from rest to nutrition, but the right muscle recovery tools can help to speed up the process. Here's a full guide.

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Amanda Brooks is a Certified Running Coach, Certified Personal Trainer and long time distance runner with a passion for every facet of running, which leads her to do more reading, research and running than necessary. Find all the tips, tricks and tools you need from this running coach for your best injury free running. Read More…

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