Best Body Massagers 2018
15 Massagers For the Person Who Trains All the Damn Time and Is Always Sore
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Feeling muscle soreness the day or two after a workout is one of those hurts-so-good feelings; you know you worked your body hard enough to get sore, but damn if it doesn't hurt to walk up stairs or dry your hair.
If you know a person who spends all their free time in the gym and is subsequently constantly sore, they're probably looking for immediate relief. After all, there are only so many sports and deep tissue massages you can get. Luckily, there are home massagers for every part of your body. We gathered some of our favourite options for sore muscles, tight feet, and other types of fitness-related discomfort.
1 The Original Backnobber II
The Original Backnobber II ($32) seems like a simple tool, but the S shape allows you to reach your back, neck, and shoulders to ease muscle tension and soreness.
2 Signature Lacrosse Balls
Lacrosse balls ($6) may seem like an extremely niche gift, but they're one of the best things to get someone who enjoys working out. They're great for releasing tight muscles all over the body and rolling out the feet.
3 Zyllion Shiatsu Back Neck Massager
The Zyllion Shiatsu Back Neck Massager ($50) is great for neck tension, but can also be used as a back, calf, or ab massager.
4 Foot Rubz
Stimulate acupressure points in your hands, feet, and body with Foot Rubz ($6). It relieves soreness and pain in minutes.
5 Gideon Thai Foot Massager
If you're plagued with pain from plantar fasciitis, this Gideon Thai Foot Massager ($90) will do the trick in eliminating it. It's also good for bunions, arthritis, and other feet-related aches and pains.
6 Rage Fitness Muscle Back Massager
The design of the Rage Fitness Muscle Back Massager ($20) means you can target hard-to-reach muscles in your shoulders, back, and neck.
7 PureWave CM7
The PureWave CM7 ($125) has several different attachments to create a variety of movements and vibrations. It helps increase circulation, relax muscles, and speed up recovery.
8 Spri Tiger Tail Rolling Massager
A massageing stick makes rolling out sore muscles easy and efficient. We like the Spri Tiger Tail Rolling Massager ($17), which effectively targets sore muscles such as calves, hamstrings, quads, and glutes.
9 Reflex4 Foot and Calf Massager
If tight or sore calves are your problem, then the Reflex4 Foot and Calf Massager ($182) is a must-have. It completely surrounds your feet and calves to deliver a thorough massage comparable to what you would receive from a massage therapist.
10 Hyperice Hypersphere Vibrating Therapy Ball
Foam rolling is imperative for those who work out regularly, but no one wants to carry a ginormous roller with them all the time — especially when travelling. You get the effects of a foam roller with the compact Hyperice Hypersphere Vibrating Therapy Ball ($149). The ball can be used all over the body to activate, loosen, and soothe muscles.
11 Hypervolt Vibration Massage Device
Loved by professional athletes and fitness fans alike, the Hypervolt Vibration Massage Device ($349) will have your muscles feeling brand new. It comes with four different heads designed to target specific muscle groups, "accelerate warmup and recovery," improve range of motion, and promote circulation.
12 TriggerPoint Grid Vibe Plus Vibrating Foam Roller
Sore muscles can't be avoided while training, which is why we love the TriggerPoint Grid Vibe Plus Vibrating Foam Roller ($100). It's "clinically proven to induce muscle relaxation and minimize pain while rolling," and the grid pattern was designed to mimic the hands of a massage therapist.
13 Neck and Shoulder Massager with Heat
Tight neck and shoulder muscles can interfere with everyday activities like typing and carry grocery bags. Luckily, this Neck and Shoulder Massager with Heat ($37) offers a deep kneading massage with heat for pain relief.
14 XSSD002 Car Massager
You know how good those massage chairs feel when you're getting a pedicure? The XSSD002 Car Massager ($131) recreates that feature in your car or favourite chair at home. It delivers a full-body massage with concentration in the neck, shoulders, waist, back, hips, and legs.
15 Theragun G2Pro Professional Massager
The Theragun G2Pro Professional Massager ($600) targets sore, tight muscles better than traditional massage devices. It activates muscles, stimulates blood flow, and increases range of motion.
