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Recovery aids


STAY FIGHTING-FIT WHILE TRAVELLING WITH THESE RECOVERY AIDS, ALL OF WHICH COMFORTABLY FIT IN A SUITCASE. WORDS: EMMA MONK


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1 TALON MASSAGER


With four diff erent massage heads, three speed settings and an extension arm that means you can reach all body parts, this massage gun is ideal for solo travellers exercising on the move. Thanks to its compact carry case, it’s easy to transport, too. The Talon penetrates deep into muscles, warming the tissue and increasing blood fl ow to the area. The result: faster recovery and improved performance. $239 (£192). brazynlife.com


2 OURA RING A sleeker and more stylish alternative to a traditional fi tness watch, the Oura Ring is the perfect tool to aid in recovery. Using advanced sensors, it tracks your activity and heart rate, as well as monitoring your body while you sleep, so it can tell you if you’re ready for training the next day or if you need more rest. The Oura Ring can even help to signal if you’re starting to get sick by providing insights into your body temperature. From US$299 (£240). ouraring.com


3 MORPH COLLAPSIBLE FOAM ROLLER A packable version of the trusty foam roller and perfect for soothing sore muscles on the go, the Morph Collapsible Foam Roller fl attens to the width of two folded T-shirts, meaning it fi ts snugly into a suitcase. It’s also lightweight, coming in at just 1.5lbs, so even if you’re not a light packer, there’s no need to worry about weight allowance at the airport. Simply pull the strings at either end to expand. US$ 69.95 (£57). brazynlife.com


4 MYOPUMP


Touted as the next big thing in the massage world, these compression boots work to reduce pain after strenuous exercise. As they fi ll with air, legs are slowly squeezed, the pressure pushing out lactic acid, water and other waste products from the muscles. While a little laborious to carry around, the MyoPump does still pack away into a small rucksack and is particularly suited to long- distance runners who are prone to shin splints and infl ammation. £699. myomaster.com


5 FLX CRYOTHERAPY BALL


Like an ice pack and foam roller in one, the FLX Cryotherapy Ball promises immediate pain relief for aching muscles, joints, ligaments and tendons. The combination of cryotherapy (ice therapy) and massage helps to decrease infl ammation and aid in post-workout recovery. Simply freeze the core of this small and lightweight device for two hours, and use it on any areas of the body experiencing soreness or stiff ness. £26. justballet.co.uk


6 MITO LIGHT STARTER 4.0


Exposure to red wavelengths was discovered in 1993 by NASA to reduce bone and muscle loss in astronauts and now, we can all benefi t. These compact red light panels have been shown to alleviate infl ammation, promote cell regeneration, and improve one’s mental and cognitive function. The MITO Light 4.0 combines six defi ned wavelengths, but is roughly the size of an A4 sheet of paper — easy to pack for an active break. £589. mitolight.co.uk


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