A good massage gun can bring a fatigued runner’s body back to life. But the best massage guns can be a big investment and in the grand scheme of running gear they’re more of a nice-to-have than an absolute essential. That’s where an excellent massage gun from one of the leading brands an excellent massage gun from one of the leading brands £60 off a Hyperice Hypervolt 2 – Jump to Products.
Massage guns are a bit like a power tool for pummelling tight muscles. They use pulsating heads of various shapes, sizes and firmness to deliver percussive therapy – a sort of DIY myofascial massage for muscles and soft tissues.
The rapid and repetitive pressure, combined with vibration therapy at different speeds, depths and amplitudes, aims to help improve blood flow, reduce muscle tension, and enhance overall muscle recovery by promoting relaxation.
The Hyperice Hypervolt 2 offers three precision speeds and five easy-to-swap interchangeable heads that let you work bigger muscle groups or soothe the more sensitive areas like above your Achilles.
It isn’t the smallest massage gun, but at 820g it’s relatively compact and lightweight. I’ve found this portable enough to stick in a drop bag for halfway round a 100km ultra. And believe me, it’s magic for bringing ultra-battered legs back to life.
The Hyperice Hypervolt 2 offers three hours of pummelling on a single charge – so you’ll get a week’s worth of massage from one stint on the plug. That’s also good for weekend endurance excursions as well.
I’m a big fan of the pressure sensor to make sure you’re not hitting your muscles too hard, and if you’re not too sure where to point it, the connected app offers really handy guided massage routines.
You can pick the Hyperice Hypervolt 2 up now in the Black Friday sale for £150. That’s £60 worth of stress relief on your wallet.
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