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REVIEW: The Therabody Theragun Pro

The Therabody Theragun Pro is the most powerful commercial-grade percussive therapy device with the features pros know and trust. So, we spoke to two of our own pros, Sportsshoes athletes Jake Smith and Samantha Harrison, to find out how and when they use it as part of their training routines.

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JAKE SMITH

Jake has taken the world of athletics by storm over the last 12 months, finishing 18th in the 2020 World Half Marathon Championships and running 2:11 at the Chester Marathon whilst on official pacing duties! He is now preparing to pace the London Marathon in October.

Hi Jake! Having tested the Theragun, what do you think of it?

I absolutely love this product. I would recommend it to any runner or athlete wanting to be smarter about their recovery. It’s very easy to use and the fact it has so many different levels just shows how versatile and useful it really is. I also love using it with the app as I believe following a set plan is essential.

How and when do you use it?

I use this product more or less every day of the week. I use it before and after training. On the app I follow the "warmup run routine" that only lasts 6 minutes focusing on the feet, shins, calves, hamstrings and quads. After a session I will then use the "recovery routine" which lasts 10 minutes and again focuses on the same muscle groups. The Therabody app is very easy to use and it shows you exactly how hard to apply pressure making it easier for the average person.

How does this product fit into your daily routine?

I believe recovery in-between runs and sessions is essential. Using this device not only allows for proper recovery but also mentally prepares you for the coming days, giving you extra confidence. My legs always feel much better after a session as I feel much more energised. I use it approximately 10-15 minutes before leaving for a session and then most evenings.

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How handy is it for travelling?

As previously mentioned, this device is very easy to use. It can be carried in the box and the chargers are very small making it a very easy job. I usually take it with me to most races.

Any insights to buying one?

This is honestly the best massage gun I have ever used. The fact it has different levels and powers just makes it so much more applicable to my sport. For example, if my legs are feeling tight or tired, I may reduce the power. On the other hand, getting ready for a session where I want the legs firing to go, I increase the power and really get the blood flowing to the main muscle groups. Essentially, this device has helped me get through this last training block and allowed me to safely increase my mileage.

SAMANTHA HARRISON

Samantha is one of the UK’s leading distance athletes. Having only taken up running seriously in 2018, she has since represented GB in the 2020 World Half Marathon Championships in Poland, won the 2021 Chester Half Marathon and is now preparing for the London marathon in October.

Hi Samantha, you’ve been using the Theragun Pro for a number of months. What do you think of it?

The Theragun Pro is an excellent piece of equipment that stimulates the cause of pressure and vibration on the body. The main objective of the Theragun pro is to increase blood flow, reduce the risk of tension and soreness of the muscles pre and post workouts and improve your recovery, which certainly does all of those! It’s a light, fairly small and easy-to-use device, so you can take it anywhere with you! It goes everywhere with me, I take it with me to the car, track sessions, long runs and even friends’ houses! The Theragun Pro has six different attachments which pinpoint different muscle groups for top effectiveness. There are also five different speeds you can cycle through depending on the intensity and pressure you need so you can use it for pretty much anything. I have used the Theragun Pro a while now and can say that it has been great for my muscles pre workout stimulation and areas after workouts have been less sore too.

You certainly get your money’s worth with this product!

How do you use it?

I use this product as an excellent way to warm-up and cool-down for workouts. I feel it’s personally a great tool for me to use before I go for my morning run or workout, by warming my muscles up it increases my range of motion and makes me even more ready for my daily workout. I’ll also use it as a post-workout cool down in the desired areas to reduce muscle soreness or DOMS you can suffer from the following day.

The Theragun Pro comes with six different attachment heads each designed for specific areas and muscle groups of the body. The attachment heads are all different shapes and sizes depending which muscle groups you want to target. The heads are super soft too, so no need to worry if you catch your bony areas.

These are the six attachments;

  • The dampener
    The dampener is meant to work on bony and tender areas. It can also be used for a quick overall massage.

  • The Standard Ball
    This one is perfect for large and small muscle groups. You can also keep it attached on the device for a general massage.

  • The Thumb
    It’s meant to work on trigger points and the lower back.

  • The Cone
    It’s recommended for pinpoint muscle treatment. You can use it on ligaments around the hands and feet.

  • The Wedge
    This works on shoulder blades and IT bands. It’s also the perfect attachment for flushing and scraping when you need to increase blood flow and decrease tension in muscles.

  • The Supersoft
    This is a new attachment that comes only with the Pro. It has a soft foam attached to it and it’s meant to work on tender, sore, bony, and joint areas.

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How often do you use it?

I use the Theragun Pro at least six days a week. I use it mainly for pre-workouts for at least 20 minutes before use and also for post high-intensity workouts or long runs for about 20-25 minutes. I also found that a quick session using the Theragun before bed really helps me to feel relaxed and ready for a good night’s sleep.

How does it fit into your daily and weekly routine?

This device can be used any time of day and can be flexible fitting into anybody’s routine! It comes with a handy sized travel case so can literally be taken anywhere with you. I tend to allow an extra 20 minutes before and after a workout to use this device. However, if you struggle with time management, you can use the Theragun during any downtime you have, whether you are on your lunch break at work, sat whilst watching TV on the sofa or just before bed, you will still receive some kind of benefit by using it.

How handy is it for travelling/using on the move?

The Theragun Pro can be packed in your suitcase, bag or anywhere else whilst you’re on the move. You can take it whilst you’re traveling on transport too. It can be used pre run routine, during your run and post-run.

Any handy tips/insights for anyone thinking of buying one?

The Theragun Pro is powerful, elegant, effective and does exactly what you need it to do. It’s mainly used by fitness professionals and athletes, so it’s the best and most expensive massage device in the Theragun range. Therefore, it may not be affordable for everyone, however, you can always choose one of the more affordable massage guns within the Therabody range if price is a barrier.

It works to enhance muscle recovery, release stress and tension, and soothe discomfort with smart percussive therapy and has the longest battery life of any Theragun device, as well as the most attachments. It is the only device with a rotating arm and two interchangeable batteries.

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