The new year always brings new fitness goals and resolutions. Whether you’re looking to add a few yards off the tee, rehab a pesky injury or just focus on overall wellness, it’s important to take care of your body when starting any new fitness regime. Far too often we hit the gym hard on Jan. 2, and we’re left with sore muscles and skipped workouts (and hopefully not injuries). Here are a few ways to ease the pain this year—and prevent sore muscles from disrupting your goals.
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Our Cork Yoga Brick is a great option for those who do not feel flexible enough to complete some yoga poses. These bricks can also be used to extend the stretch of some poses for advanced yogis. Great texture, comfortable and pliable, these bricks provide optimal grip and traction. They are made from all-natural materials. Rounded edges for extra comfort. Made in China. Textured surface provides traction Supports your body during difficult poses Increases your reach and flexibility Measurements: 9"W x 5.5"H x 3"D. Materials: 100% All-Natural Recycled Cork.
The SKLZ® Pro Resistance Band is a travel-size training tool used to help improve your athletic performance through upper and lower body exercises. Made of 40” professional grade resistance, this band provides light tension that is great for increasing strength and flexibility before or after workouts. Ideal for use at home, on the sidelines or at the gym, the SKLZ® Pro Resistance Band takes your routine to the next level. FEATURES: Portable, resistance bands used to increase strength and flexibility Made of 40” professional grade bands for high-quality and heavy-duty use Provides light tension to help build your upper and lower body as well as work your core Helps increase flexibility before workouts for greater athletic performance Supports recovery after your workouts through strengthening exercises Adds tension and assists with bench presses, squats, chin-ups, dips and more Ideal for use at home or at the gym Manufacturer’s Warranty: 1 year limited SKLZ
Get the benefits of both deep tissue massage therapy and cold therapy with the KT Tape® Recovery+ Cold Massage Roller. The massage ball’s unique design allows for specifically engineered cold inserts for the benefits of cold therapy. This unique recovery tool was designed with physical therapists, massage therapists, and Chiropractors to cover a wide range of recovery needs. PERFORMANCE DESIGN Multi-functional massage ball with cold therapy Includes 2 silicone gel inserts Specially formulated gel inserts for ice therapy Ergonomic rounded three-point design to fit all hand sizes Removable steel base for use in and out of the housing Mesh bag included for easy storage and travel HSA/FSA Approved
Rejuvenate tired sore muscles with this convenient hand-held tool. Features three textured massagers specifically designed to target pressure points and alleviate sore muscles faster. Also includes a downloadable massage guide. Three textured massage balls Comfort-grip handles Includes downloadable massage guide BPA-free Measurements: 16.5"L.
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In addition to taking care of your muscles externally, it’s also important to stay hydrated, focus on quality sleep and refuel your body with whole foods to support recovery from the inside out. A larger focus on wellness and recovery will enhance any fitness goal and promote longevity in results.
And that all adds up to better (and more) golf!
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