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Tom's Guide
11-07-2025
- Health
- Tom's Guide
Last chance! I'm a personal trainer, and my favorite recovery tool just dropped by $200 in the Prime Day sales
As a trainer, I'm no stranger to a recovery tool or two, but many of the best massage guns don't really do the job for me, and I tend to find an excuse to skip recovery if it means dedicating proper time to it. You know, like, actually having to do something about my achy muscles. I know, guilty as charged. But that's the beauty of the hugely popular Hyperice Normatec 3. The leg 'massager' is so much more than that. It delivers dynamic air compression to help boost recovery, maximize performance and reduce muscular fatigue, all while you sit and do, well, nothing. Elite athletes are using it, and I'll say this with my chest: it's epic. But you guessed it, it's also costly, which is why Prime Day is the perfect opportunity to pounce. Right now, you can get the Hyperice Normatec 3 for $100 off at Hyperice if you choose the legs-only option or on sale for $200 off at Amazon if you choose the whole recovery system. The kit is full-body, including legs, hips and arms, and comes FSA-HSA-approved. You can save money by opting for just legs and hips for $920, or you can shop the 'just legs' option for $799. The Hyperice Normatec 3 is an advanced recovery tool that might cost you a bit upfront, but saves you down the line. No massage therapist fees in sight. Let's get the specs out of the way first. The control unit weighs 3.2lbs and battery life lasts up to 3 hours. On Amazon, Normatec Legs (the legs-only device) is only available in standard, which is measured as a 31"-35" inseam, and the maximum thigh circumference is 30". The leg attachments come with 7 compression levels and feature ZoneBoost technology, which means you can ask the device to go longer and firmer in sore or tight areas. The Normatec 3 uses air compression to help your muscles recover faster by increasing circulation and reducing swelling. The device also uses a patented Pulse technology to aid precision using 5 overlapping zones, and it uses biomimicry, which, according to Hyperice, replicates the "natural muscle pumps and one-way valves of the legs." If you're not already sold, there's even a Hyperice App, and you can level up with the hips and arms features for a full-body experience. From my experience, the compressions can feel quite intense, but once you adjust to them, it is deeply relaxing. All you need to do is sit back and get your favorite Netflix show ready. You might need help strapping in if you use the entire kit!
Tom's Guide
10-07-2025
- Health
- Tom's Guide
Hurry! Our favorite massage gun is on sale for Prime Day
Nothing tops the feeling you get after a hard workout. As for the day after, well, that's a different story. From tight muscles to a sore lower back — a good massage gun can make sure you're recovered and ready to hit the gym sooner rather than later. With Prime Day deals in full swing, I've spotted some epic deals from Hyperice. If you're not familiar with the brand, Hyperice makes some of the best massage guns we've tested and right now you can get the Editor's Choice Hyperice Hypervolt Go 2 for $129. That's not the only Hyperice device on sale. Below I've rounded up my top deals right now. The Venom Go is a vibration wearable that offers up to 9 combinations of heat and vibration to soothe sore muscles. Unlike a TENS unit that uses electrical pulses to stimulate the nerves, the Venom Go combines heat and gentle vibration patterns to warm up specific muscles and increase blood flow to the treated areas. This powerful yet compact massage gun offers multiple speed settings and interchangeable heads for customized relief. Its long battery life and quiet operation make it perfect for use anytime, anywhere. It's not just me who loves it — our rigorous testing proved it's the best of the best. In our Hyperice Hypervolt Go 2 review we said the Editor's Choice massage gun is a must for anyone who wants an excellent and lightweight that doesn't cost a fortune. If you're a serious athlete, you'll want to check out the Normatec 3 Recovery System. It using dynamic air compression for fast recovery post workout. This includes improving your circulation, reviving your leg muscles, and reducing swelling. This is the first time I've seen this bundle sell for under $1,000.
Daily Mirror
21-06-2025
- Health
- Daily Mirror
I tried Dua Lipa's £799 compression boots that 'squeeze the life out of you'
The Normatec 3 Legs Compression Boots were on the top of my list to try as I'd heard Dua Lipa say they "squeeze the life out of you" and "save you doing a foot massage" Dua Lipa 's luxury compression boots appeared on my radar six months ago, when the pop singer raved about them during her appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. Six months later, I spotted them at my local gym and knew my time had come to finally give them a try. On The Late show, Dua Lipa said: "I have recently bought these compression boots. They go all the way up to here [pointing to her thigh], you press and button and they squeeze the life out of you. It's the best thing in the world and it'll save you doing a foot massage!". Since hearing about them, I wondered whether the Hyperice Normatec 3 Legs Compression Boots - that compress you from your toes all the way up past your thighs - would benefit my hypermobility and I realised I've been using the technique for most of my life. Suffering with long-term joint issues, muscle pains and spasms since I was 11 years old, my hypermobility has led to constant aches that keep me up at night and even my hands freezing up from typing regularly on a laptop or phone. With my budget-friendly method consisting of pull-on bandages, vapour rub and baths filled with magnesium, it's pretty obvious that I wasn't going to pass up an opportunity to lay in the same high-tech luxury boots that the likes of Dua Lipa and Jennifer Anniston swear by. Help us improve our content by completing the survey below. We'd love to hear from you! My review of Normatec 3 Compression Boots I spotted the boots tucked away in a corner of the new Gymbox opening event in Finsbury Park. Removing my shoes, I placed my feet into the boots, zipped up and watched them be filled with air. Needing to lay back to elevate my feet, the boots reached my upper thighs and began to tighten around every muscle down to my toes. The feeling was initially uncomfortable and I felt slight panicked, not liking the sensation at first. The instructor told me that this was often the case, and then your body adjusts and you begin to love it. Whilst I was sceptical of the boots that felt like my legs had been swallowed by a blood-pressure machine, he was right! After I moved past the strangeness of having the life sucked out of your legs, it felt quite comforting to have them elevated and held by the compression boots. Pulsing up and down, and squeezing my toes, I was told that this encouraged blood flow and helped muscles recover from a work out. I enjoyed the break from aching muscles so much that I asked for an extra five minutes! I felt considerably lighter afterwards and the soles of my feet were 'buzzing' on the way home. I also noted that my feet did not ache at all that night and only returned after the next day. Where to buy Normatec 3 Compression Boots If you want to own the Hyperice Normatec 3 Legs Compression Boots yourself, you can buy them directly from the Hyperice website or online at Boots and Amazon, but they'll set you back £799. Luckily, the boots, or similar alternatives, can be found in airport lounges in in gyms, like Gymbox in Finsbury Park, which recently opened.
Gizmodo
19-06-2025
- Health
- Gizmodo
Nike and Hyperice's $900 ‘Recovery' Boot Lives Up to the Hype
If you're an athlete, then you remember all too well that the time between 2015 and 2020 was when recovery tools really took over. While hard to believe, there was, in fact, a time when a hard workout or a weekend long run didn't end with a session in Normatec Legs or a bout with a massage gun. But in 2025, athletes of all ranges, from pro to amateur level, and in nearly every sport, have made recovery a key component of their training. In line with this notion are the novel tech and tools that athletes now have access to. Think Normatec boots and Hyperice massage guns, yes, but also at-home portable cupping, red light therapy, TENS (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) devices, and infrared sauna blankets, to name just a few. The latest in this lineup is the Hyperboot, an extremely high-tech pair of recovery boots that are priced at $899. The Hyperboot is somewhat of a mashup between an ultra-comfy and supportive recovery shoe—which many sportswear companies have released in the past several years—and a compression boot, but one specifically designed to provide recovery support to the foot and ankle. They're a collaboration between Nike, which is responsible for the bulk of the shoe design, including the mid and outer soles, and Hyperice, a company that makes high-end recovery tools for athletes. Hyperice x Nike Hyperboot Nike and Hyperice's Hyperboots will make your feet feel fresh and relaxed after working out, but $900 is steep for the specialized recovery shoes. Pros Remarkably relaxing Remarkably relaxing Easy setup Easy setup TSA-approved for carry-on Cons Bulky, weird-looking Bulky, weird-looking Very expensive What Do They Do and Why Do They Look So Weird? The Hyperboot is not discreet. They are big and bulky and look like they are meant to accompany an astronaut on a moonwalk. Though by now, most runners, casual and professional, are used to colossal-sized running shoes, these are larger still—and by a lot. The reason for the chunkiness, and the secret sauce of these recovery shoes, is that they have the same built-in air compression technology that you'll find in the Normatec boots (Hyperice bought Normatec in 2020). Better known as intermittent pneumatic compression (IPC) devices, they use a system of air pumps and chambers to inflate and deflate in a regularly repeating pattern. The idea behind this is that by expanding and collapsing in a systematic way, blood flow and the movement of lymphatic fluid increases, allowing for better circulation and removal of waste, and, theoretically, faster recovery—all while you are seated, resting and relaxing. In addition to this squeezing technology, the Hyperboot added one more feature: heat. While you are getting your feet and ankles squeezed, the device heats up. Because heat is known to relax muscles, adding it in with the compression technology should enable even more blood flow and fluid movement; also, heat just feels really nice. What Do the Boots Feel Like? Unfortunately, I don't hate them. I say unfortunately because truly, who actually wants to fall in love with a $900 recovery shoe? Unlike the Normatec boots or similar compression sleeves from other brands, the Hyperboot is meant to be both a recovery and warm-up device, meaning that to get the most benefits from them, the shoes should be worn both before and after a workout. Runners and other athletes often fall into three camps: they are warm-up stans, recovery devotees, or both. I fall into the oft-forgotten fourth category: I despise—and purposefully forget about—both. But for the sake of this review, I pretended I belonged firmly in the third category. During my two-week stint wearing the Hyperboot before and after every single run—I promise!—which ranged from easy three-to-five-mile runs, a couple faster interval workouts, and an 8-mile longer run on the weekend, I found myself looking forward to my workouts solely because that meant I got to spend some time in the boots. Having spent a decent amount of my free time in Normatec Legs during numerous marathon builds circa 2018 through 2022, I know the 'fresh legs' feeling these devices can create. It's an undeniably gloriously light, airy experience. The new Hyperboots did not disappoint on this front. And the addition of heat created this feeling of stepping into one of those foot baths with a massager, but without the added messy water setup and cleanup. The setup of the boots themselves was straightforward. The boots are charged via two USB-C cords that are plugged into a wall charger. The charge will last for about 1.5 hours (that is plenty of time in the boots; see below.) There are four buttons: an on/off button, a compression button, a heat button, and a start/stop button. Both the compression and heat buttons have three ranges of intensity. Once you've strapped in and turned the device on, the Hyperboots will compress to each foot. Pressing the start/stop button will begin the sequential compressions and heat. At first, I turned both settings—compression and heat strength—up to max. While the intense compressions were not bothersome (rather the opposite), the heat quickly became unbearable. The heat ranges in intensity from 111-degree Fahrenheit on the lowest level to 125-degree Fahrenheit on the highest level. Be warned: the highest level was so hot that I had to remove the shoes mid-session (though not so hot that I had to run them under cold water or I got a burn, don't worry). I've since learned that either I'm a wimp when it comes to heat or the boots are simply too hot. Either way, I was only able to tolerate the shoes on the lowest possible heat setting. Even with that setting though, the feeling of a hot water bath comes through just fine. I was surprised how much the shoes made my feet and ankles feel fresh, relaxed, and equally refreshed to begin a workout, as well as restored if I had just recovered from one. The main concept behind the boots, according to Hyperice and Nike, is that your ankles and feet are important but both forgotten and tricky areas to treat. Technically, the Normatec Legs do cover your feet and ankles, so if you already own a pair of them (and they are the exact same price as the Hyperboot right now), you might be wondering what more the Hyperboot can provide. Having tried both, I will say that the Hyperboot provides a more targeted compression of the ankle compared to the Normatec Legs, and once you've finished, you can really feel the difference. The Hyperboot made my ankles feel light, airy, and ready for my next workout. Just as significantly, the addition of heat was not insignificant. It made a notable difference—subjectively!—to how I felt after wearing them. Technically speaking, the shoes are designed so that you can stand, walk, sit, or travel all while getting the compression and heat benefits. On that note, the shoes are TSA-approved for carry-on, according to Hyperice. But also on that note, if I am being blunt, I had a lot of trouble forcing myself to leave my apartment in these shoes. Inside my apartment, I could wear them for hours all while cleaning, cooking, and doing other housework. The midsoles are extremely comfortable and the boots, in general, have a propeller-like feel similar to the feeling of wearing carbon plate racing shoes. However, I did feel like I got the most benefit from them just by sitting down, relaxing, and letting the compression and heat work. And, because I care deeply about my readers, I forced myself to wear them outside twice: once to get coffee and walk around my neighborhood and another time to a grocery store. Many people looked at my feet. Nobody asked questions. Do They Actually Help You Recover Faster? What Does the Science Say? It's undeniable that these shoes make your feet happy. But how does that translate into true recovery? And what evidence do we have to back that up? That's where things get trickier. The compression device technology was originally developed for bed-bound hospitalized patients to prevent blood clots. The periodic compressions mimic what would happen if someone were to, say, walk the length of a hospital wing, which is probably the same distance as one city block or less. Doctors knew that prolonged immobility increased the risk for blood to clot, so by mimicking movement, these boots would reduce the risk of these dangerous clots in a person who couldn't move. Later on, the founder of Normatec, a doctor named Laura Jacobs, further refined these devices to specifically help people dealing with postoperative lymphedema in breast cancer. Her device was then introduced to the athletic community as the Normatec Legs. If it can help blood flow and lymphatic drainage in immobile, hospitalized people, then it might help athletes, too. But there's a catch to this. The difference between an athlete—from elite to amateur—and an immobile patient in the hospital recovering from surgery is that an athlete can walk a city block. And unfortunately, there's still little evidence to suggest that these compression devices do anything more for recovery than a walk can provide. The Hyperboot is new, so there aren't independent studies on its effectiveness. However, since the Normatec Legs came out, there have been a number of studies looking into whether these devices help in recovery. A 2020 study published in the International Journal of Exercise Science followed 10 distance runners (five female and five male runners) and monitored how they felt after runs that ended in a session with compression boots (Normatec Legs or ones similar) and runs that didn't include a post-run session. The study concluded that 'there appear to be no substantial benefits of IPC in promoting recovery.' A 2024 meta-analysis, which pulls together a bulk of studies all on the same subjects and looks for overall trends, published in the journal Biology of Sport, looked at 17 studies, which included a total of 319 participants, and concluded that the boots provided 'a trivial to moderate effect' on pain and muscle soreness markers and 'a highly variable effect' on markers that look at muscle damage. The authors found that this technology 'might be a method with potential effects for recovery in sports, mainly reducing perceived soreness.' The problem is that, as Christie Aschwanden, author of Good to Go, about the science of athletic recovery, told Runner's World, it's really hard to measure what recovery is or means as 'there's no single physiological measure—not heart rate, body temperature, or hydration status—that will tell you whether or not you're recovered.' In fact, 'How do you feel?' is a common way to monitor recovery. In that vein, the Hyperboot did make me feel good. I felt better after wearing the boots than I did before putting them on. This was true every time I wore them. And I looked forward to wearing them, so much that they made me look forward to harder workouts that I otherwise was somewhat dreading. However, at $900, if I could get the same benefit that the Hyperboot provides by walking to and from the park where I run instead of starting my run as soon as I leave my apartment, I'd probably opt for that. Though it wouldn't be as relaxing or fun.
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Help dad prioritize recovery this Father's Day with these wellness products
Fox News and its syndication partners may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom. You can help your dad prioritize wellness and recovery with some easy-to-use, high-tech gear. Whether it's a pair of Normatec compression boots to help dad recover faster and smash new goals, smart scales for a clearer health picture, or a Zero-Gravity Shiatsu Massage Chair for post-workout recovery, these gadgets can help make a difference in his well-being. Original price: $7,499 The Relaxe Zero-Gravity Shiatsu Massage Chair with Heating gives a full-body recovery. The chair uses shiatsu massage techniques and heating therapy to encourage muscle recovery. Its zero-gravity feel relieves pressure on the spine and encourages circulation. Relaxe offers a 365-day return policy if you decide it's not for you. Help Dad with his post-workout recovery with a Theragun Therabody Prime. The recovery helps increase blood flow by delivering more oxygen and nutrients to the muscles. It also reduces muscle soreness and stiffness by targeting tight knots and areas of tension. The Prime model is quieter and easier to hold, and can connect via Bluetooth to the Therabody app. Father's Day Fitness Gifts Your Dad Will Love Normatec Compression Boots use dynamic air pressure to improve circulation, reduce inflammation and alleviate muscle soreness. They feature five zones that the compression moves through, and seven levels of compression. Unlike some boots, which needs to be strapped around each part of your leg, these simply zip up. They are also available through Hyperice and come in short, standard and tall sizes. Read On The Fox News App Picture the recovery power of compression boots, but on the go. These Hyperice compression boots by Nike have the same air compression and heat therapy as the Normatec boots, but in a shoe. There are three levels of heat and compression, and the battery lasts up to 1.5 hours while on the max settings. Hyperice X will be a game-changer when it comes to achy knees. This smart recovery device utilizes contrast therapy, providing a way to manage pain, reduce inflammation and accelerate recovery through consistent temperature control or alternating hot and cold cycles on a preset program. Home Depot's Father's Day Sale Is Here, Shop Deals On Grills, Tools And Outdoor Equipment Level up Dad's skincare routine with the TheraFace Mask. This high-tech, full-coverage LED mask uses red, blue and infrared light therapy to target fine lines, acne and signs of aging. The mask also has a face and head massager, which helps ease tension and promote relaxation. For more deals, visit Gift Dad a deeper insight into his overall health with a smart scale. The Withings Body Scan will give Dad detailed insights into his body mass index (BMI), heart rate and nerve health. This smart scale utilizes advanced technology to measure weight, fat and muscle mass, bone mass and water percentage. It can also do an ECG, allowing users to monitor their heart rhythm for potential article source: Help dad prioritize recovery this Father's Day with these wellness products
