Recovery tools are clutch when it comes to stretching out and massaging tight, sore muscles, whether from injury or a hard workout. We’ve rounded up the top recovery tools that’ll get you from “eina!” to “aaaaah….”
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Asoka Yoga Acupressure Energy Mat, R435
Don’t let the spikes scare you; they activate energy points said to relieve pain, fatigue, insomnia and even combat anxiety.
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TriggerPoint GRID 1.0 Foam Roller, R650
The hollowed-out roller gives as solid a sports massage as you can get alone on your bedroom floor. For best results, go slow as you can and remember to use your body weight as pressure.
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Theragun Mini, R5000
The gold standard of percussive massagers now comes in a compact, waaaay less expensive model that’ll still pound out muscle tension like a pro.
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Hyperice Vyper Go Vibrating Roller, R3000
You can roll out those DOMs at home or on the go thanks to this vibrating massage roller that’s designed for portability.
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TrueLight Energy Square 2.4, R6 695
Red-light therapy is all the rage, but no product is easier to use than this energy square. Pair it with your morning coffee or post-workout stretch to target tension.
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Stryke Cryo Trigger Massage Ball, R420
Combine the benefits of cryotherapy, heat therapy and massage therapy for pure muscle relief. *sigh*
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