Not everyone has a couple of hundred quid to drop on a new piece of knot-melting, muscle massaging kit. Designed to be a portable alternative and companion to the Pulseroll massage gun, the mini massage gun is a pocket-friendly machine that you can easily take with you to the gym or office.

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We've enlisted Jack Claxton, a Personal Trainer at David Lloyd Clubs, to let us into some of the tips, tricks and background info on the massage gun. It certainly helped our expert ramp up their relaxation efforts, leaving them feeling 'thoroughly massaged' afterwards. With fast-heating technology, the massage gun can heat up to 47C in less than two minutes, claiming to stimulate blood flow, open blood vessels and reduce discomfort. The inclusion of four interchangeable massage heads, a carry case and recovery massage oil was appreciated too.Its laudable range of massage heads includes a four-finger attachment that mimics a human hand (it sounds creepy, but it’s effective!

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The seven massage heads include three steel options, for targeted pressure on large muscle groups, and it comes with an 18-month warranty too.Despite its hefty size, the EQ-150 brushless motor means it’s surprisingly quiet and it offers super-fast USB-C charging, so don’t need to worry about running out of juice. This helps ease muscle soreness by increasing blood flow to the area, which in turn can help reduce inflammation and soreness. The psoas (the muscle that connects your spine to your legs), is one example of an area that’s tough to reach with a massage gun alone. Its small size is a real advantage; unlike some guns we've tested, the Power Plate Mini+ is small enough to keep in your desk drawer and use whenever you start to feel your shoulders stiffening at work.