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Jun 16, 2022

When it comes to soreness, is there really a difference between foam rollers, massage guns, and therapy balls? Does the timing (aka pre-workout or after) matter?

Today I’m joined by coach educator and sports science consultant, Jack Martin. Jack is currently a postgraduate student studying for his master's degree in sports and exercise science at the University of Winchester in England.

He’s a genius when it comes to breaking down scientific research jargon into practical (and applicable) information we can actually use.

His best piece of advice? Even though there are some differences in the type of tool you use, length of application, and when you do it, Jack says the most important thing is “to just get started”.

So if you have a stack of mobility tools staring at you (slightly dusty) from the corner, and you’re not sure which one to grab? Then today's episode will help dispel some myths so you can get started.

You’ll learn:

  • What causes soreness and research-backed ways to lessen the effects of delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS)
  • The difference between massage guns and foam rollers
  • How much you actually need to roll to feel a benefit

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