Stretching and using recovery technology after your workout is just as important as exercising to reduce soreness and improve range of motion, but with all the massage guns available, how do you know which one to buy? Massage guns use percussion massage therapy to repeatedly beat your muscles in a similar way to foam rolling or manual therapy. Good massage guns will cost you money, so before you buy one, read this guide to selecting the right recovery tool.
Therabody Theragun Pro
A top of the line percussion gun, the Therabody Theragun Pro will set you back $600, but it’s the best of the best. It comes with six attachments, an adjustable arm, and a customizable speed range. The brand claims it reaches 60 percent deeper within the body and the quiet device helps with muscle recovery, releases stress and tension within the body, and relieves pains.
Hyperice Hypervolt Plus Percussion Massager
With five intense settings and five different nozzle options, this massager is the next best thing after the Thergun and it’s almost half the price! This model has a high-torque motor that delivers 30 percent more power than the brand’s other models and it doesn’t make much noise.
Sportneer Percussion Massage Gun
If you’re looking to spend around $100, this gun is what you need to buy. It works as well as the other options on this list and it’s just as quiet. There are six head options and five different intensity settings and the lower intensity settings are great for relieving knots in your hands, while the higher intensity works well for your glutes after leg day.
