WTF is a Theragun? A look at the best massage guns for percussive therapy.

Finding time for proper workout recovery is — but shouldn't have to be — a luxury.

Between a job, social life, and chasing eight hours of sleep, workouts get squeezed into the day's only free time slot. (*Cue the Peloton ad making you feel like shit for not biking at dawn.*) A proper cool down (let alone a massage) is usually the thing that gets glossed over, or else skipped completely.

Enter: those massage guns that have taken fitness Instagram by storm. Turns out that those mesmerizing skin ripples are more than just a weird flex: The form of portable muscle therapy that started with professional athletes has trickled down into the lives of your average gym-goer who doesn't have the time or money for foam rolling sessions on sore days. Read more...

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OUR TOP PICK

Theragun G3Pro

Pro athletes stan the Theragun for its high-velocity reps and six swappable attachments.

• Strokes per minute: 1,740 to 2,400
• Stroke depth: 16 mm
• Speed settings: 2
• Battery life: 150 minutes
• Interchangeable tips: 6

$599 from Best Buy

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BEST FOR TRAVELING

Hyperice Hypervolt

These high-powered vibrations are great for general soreness and a more peaceful experience.

• Strokes per minute: 2,000 to 3,200
• Stroke depth: 16 mm
• Speed settings: 3
• Battery life: 180 minutes
• Interchangeable tips: 5

$349.99 from Amazon

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BEST FOR APPLYING HEAT

TimTam Power Massager

The TimTam Power Massager Pro employs heat to help loosen up your muscles.

• Strokes per minute: 1,000 to 2,800
• Stroke depth: 32 mm
• Speed settings: 3
• Battery life: 40-60 minutes
• Included heads: 2

$499.99 from TimTam

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BEST FOR BEGINNERS

Exerscribe Vybe Pro

The manageable price point and robust speed settings of the Vybe Pro make it great for beginners.

• Strokes per minute: 1,800 to 3,400
• Stroke depth: 16 mm
• Battery life: 180 minutes
• Speed settings: 9
• Included interchangeable heads: 5

$197.99 from Amazon

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BUDGET PICK

NordicTrack

NordicTrack's low power at high speeds offers an affordable warm up before workouts.

• Strokes per minute: 3,900
• Stroke depth: 16 mm
• Speed settings: 3
• Battery life: 90 minutes
• Included interchangeable heads: 3

$99.99 from Walmart

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