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Anyone who spends their free time at the gym knows the satisfaction of having sore muscles the next day.
Those pains in your arms, legs, and abdominal section may feel like small victories, but they're your body's way of telling you to give it a rest.
Most fitness experts believe DOMS (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness) is a byproduct of microscopic tears in the muscle and surrounding connective tissue.
Before you take on another strenuous workout class, it's important your muscles have completely healed. If you want to alleviate achy muscles, and make the most out of every trip to the gym, the seven workout tools below might help.
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A massage cane
Back Company created an ergonomic, S-shaped massage cane that makes getting to those hard-to-reach areas easier than ever. Some knobs are even shaped to mimic the feel of a massage therapist's elbows or thumbs to let you customize how much pressure you're applying to a particular area.
Body Back Company’s Trigger Point Therapy Self-Massage Tool, $29.95
A dual-surface foam roller
If you want to increase your mobility and recovery time, you should consider foam rolling, even on your days off from the gym.
Unlike a standard foam roller, which is essentially a smooth foam tube, the Muscle Mauler has two pressure zones that make you feel like you're getting a massage. The raised points mimic the pressure and feel of fingertips and are great for soothing the smaller muscles in your neck and feet.
Master of Muscle 13-Inch Muscle Mauler Foam Roller, $18.97, available at Amazon
Compression socks
Avid runners are prone to getting swollen legs, shin splints, and more serious conditions, like achilles tendinitis and plantar fasciitis, which can become a burden both on and off the treadmill.
To avoid that pain, you might want to invest in some compression socks. Physix Gear Sport's lightweight socks offer plenty of coverage and provide additional support around the heels and toes. Best of all, this pair has over 2,000 positive reviews on Amazon, so it's arguably one of the best options you can buy.
Physix Gear Sport Compression Socks, $19.99 - $24.99
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