Post-workout recovery: what does a massage gun do?

What happens to your muscles after exercise?

During exercise, small damages occur in your muscle tissue. At the same time, waste products accumulate and muscle tension increases. As a result, muscles can feel stiff or hard, your freedom of movement decreases, and a heavy feeling in the legs often arises. This is precisely why good recovery is important to bring your body back into balance.

What does a massage gun do?

A massage gun works with fast, repeated pressure movements on the muscle. This is also called percussion therapy.

These vibrations ensure that:

• muscles relax better
• blood circulation is stimulated locally
• tissue tension decreases

The effect is similar to a deep tissue massage, but more targeted and easy to apply yourself.

When should you use a massage gun?

You can use a massage gun at various times. After exercising, the device helps reduce muscle tension and aids recovery. Before exercising, a massage gun can help loosen muscles and stimulate blood circulation. It can also be pleasant to briefly massage muscles during the day, for instance, when experiencing stiff or tired muscles.

Where will you notice the difference?

Regular use can help to:

• keep muscles more flexible
• improve range of motion
• reduce fatigue more quickly

Especially during intensive training weeks or competitions, this can contribute to a more consistent feeling in your body.