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Yahoo
a day ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
How PGA Tour pros recover from travel and golf fatigue — and what you can do, too
Sam Burns and Wyndham Clark both made the cut last week at the British Open and are scheduled to play this week in the PGA Tour's 3M Open in the Twin Cities, Minnesota. To get there, they first have to drive about an hour from Royal Portrush, Northern Ireland, to Belfast International Airport. From there, it's a nearly nine-hour flight across six time zones to Minneapolis-St. Paul. So if they left on an 8 p.m. flight Sunday, they'd land around 11 p.m. local time on the same day in Minnesota. But after playing 72 holes of major championship golf and spending the last two weeks on British Summer Time, it would still feel like 5 a.m. to their bodies. That long flight, the time change and the physical toll a major championship can take on a player will make even the fittest golfers exhausted. It's why so many top pros not chasing FedEx Cup points are skipping the 3M Open — they need time to recover. You weren't chasing the Claret Jug, but if you've played 36 holes in a day, tackled a buddy trip to somewhere like Bandon Dunes or Pinehurst or survived a weekend member-guest marathon, you've felt that same heavy-legged fatigue. So, how do the best players in the world bounce back — and what can you learn from their routines to speed up your recovery and help you feel refreshed and ready to play again? Compression therapy: Squeeze out the waste Step inside the physio trailers at PGA Tour events and you'll see several pairs of long, black zip-up leggings with hoses coming out of the top of each legging. These are Normatec 3 leggings ($899), also known as compression boots, which are a favorite tool among players for flushing the legs after long rounds or workouts. After zipping their legs into the boots and attaching the hoses to a small base unit, the Normatec device alternately inflates and deflates the boots, much like a blood pressure cuff around a player's feet, ankles, knees and thighs. 'What the Normatec does is like squeezing toothpaste from the bottom of a tube, squeezing it all out,' said Corey Hug, a PGA Tour physical therapist who travels to numerous events a year to help players. 'It squeezes fluid back in your system, goes back to your heart through your kidneys, and you get it out. So things like lactic acid, which is build up from working out, along with other metabolic waste, it squeezes all that heaviness out of the legs. And when the legs are done, they feel lighter, fluids circulating, you're ready to go again.' Many players will even use Normatec boots before workouts if their legs feel tired, helping them get circulation moving before hitting the gym or the course. Hyperice, the company that manufactures Normatec boots, also offers tubeless Normatec Elite boots ($1,099). This version, which is more portable and packable, utilizes rechargeable units in each boot instead of relying on a base unit to supply the pressure for both leggings. Percussive therapy: Thumping out the tension In 2020, the PGA Tour formed a partnership with Hyperice, maker of popular percussive therapy devices often called therapy guns. These handheld, battery-operated tools deliver rapid, targeted pulses to areas of the body that feel tight or sore. The rapid percussion helps increase blood flow to specific muscles, reduces stiffness and aids in recovery by loosening up tissue that can become rigid after repeated swings, travel or extended practice sessions. These devices are small enough to pack in a carry-on, easy to use and come with interchangeable tips to target different muscle groups. At many PGA Tour stops, players can grab a therapy gun from carts stationed near the driving range to use as part of their warm-up. Hydration and nutrition: In with the good, out with the bad Flying is brutal on the body, largely because airplane cabins are low in humidity to prevent condensation and corrosion. The air pressure is lower at altitude, which, combined with drier air and increased respiration rates, causes the body to lose moisture faster than usual. Add in the typical snacks — processed meats, salty chips, sugary drinks — and it's easy to see why a flight can leave you feeling stiff and inflamed. Some top-tier golfers travel with personal chefs, but a valuable resource available to all PGA Tour players is the on-site nutritionist, provided at many tournaments. 'We do discuss nutrition a lot,' Hug said. 'Like, what are good things to eat before or good things to eat after you play? What are good things to do for hydration? The PGA Tour does have a nutritionist that actually travels to quite a few tournaments, and aside from just picking what foods are going to be in the player dining, they actually will consult with any player at any time about their nutrition needs.' While most recreational golfers don't have a nutritionist on speed dial, focusing on anti-inflammatory foods can help the body bounce back faster. According to Harvard Medical School, eating leafy greens like spinach and kale, as well as fatty fish such as salmon and tuna, berries and nuts like almonds and walnuts, can help reduce inflammation and support your body's recovery after a long day on the course — or a long flight. Hit the gym: Move to feel better Jon Rahm is based in Scottsdale, Arizona, but his schedule on the LIV Golf tour and his participation in major championships have him flying all over the world. After a long trip, you might assume the first thing the two-time major winner wants to do is take a nap. That wouldn't be terrible, but Rahm does the exact opposite. 'If you have time and [access to] a gym or whatever it may be, get a little bit of exercise in,' Rahm said recently. 'It doesn't need to be crazy. It could be 30, 40 minutes of just some kind of stretching or whatever to get the blood flowing a little bit more so your body can just naturally recover and get things moving.' Many hotels and golf resorts offer fitness facilities, but even a brisk 20-minute walk upon arrival can help improve circulation and ease stiffness. 'I found that being very beneficial when I go across the Atlantic, when you go to Europe, Dubai flights like that,' Rahm said. 'But landing and going straight to the gym, and actually if it's mid-afternoon trying to get a hard workout in, has helped me by far the most get over jet lag and things like that. It's like a reset to the body.' The takeaway You may not have a fitness trailer, a physio team or a nutritionist traveling with you, but the blueprint for recovery is the same: keep your body moving, stay hydrated, eat smart and give your muscles a little help when they're tight or sore. Whether it's a therapy gun in your golf bag, compression sleeves in your suitcase or a gym session after your next flight, these are simple ways to help you feel fresher and play better — even if the only thing on the line is the weekend game with your buddies. This article originally appeared on Golfweek: How PGA Tour pros recover: Compression, therapy guns, nutrition, gym
USA Today
a day ago
- Sport
- USA Today
How PGA Tour pros recover from travel and golf fatigue — and what you can do, too
It's a long way from Royal Portrush to Minneapolis. Discover the recovery tools PGA Tour pros use to bounce back from majors and long flights. Sam Burns and Wyndham Clark both made the cut last week at the British Open and are scheduled to play this week in the PGA Tour's 3M Open in the Twin Cities, Minnesota. To get there, they first have to drive about an hour from Royal Portrush, Northern Ireland, to Belfast International Airport. From there, it's a nearly nine-hour flight across six time zones to Minneapolis-St. Paul. So if they left on an 8 p.m. flight Sunday, they'd land around 11 p.m. local time on the same day in Minnesota. But after playing 72 holes of major championship golf and spending the last two weeks on British Summer Time, it would still feel like 5 a.m. to their bodies. That long flight, the time change and the physical toll a major championship can take on a player will make even the fittest golfers exhausted. It's why so many top pros not chasing FedEx Cup points are skipping the 3M Open — they need time to recover. You weren't chasing the Claret Jug, but if you've played 36 holes in a day, tackled a buddy trip to somewhere like Bandon Dunes or Pinehurst or survived a weekend member-guest marathon, you've felt that same heavy-legged fatigue. So, how do the best players in the world bounce back — and what can you learn from their routines to speed up your recovery and help you feel refreshed and ready to play again? Compression therapy: Squeeze out the waste Step inside the physio trailers at PGA Tour events and you'll see several pairs of long, black zip-up leggings with hoses coming out of the top of each legging. These are Normatec 3 leggings ($899), also known as compression boots, which are a favorite tool among players for flushing the legs after long rounds or workouts. After zipping their legs into the boots and attaching the hoses to a small base unit, the Normatec device alternately inflates and deflates the boots, much like a blood pressure cuff around a player's feet, ankles, knees and thighs. 'What the Normatec does is like squeezing toothpaste from the bottom of a tube, squeezing it all out,' said Corey Hug, a PGA Tour physical therapist who travels to numerous events a year to help players. 'It squeezes fluid back in your system, goes back to your heart through your kidneys, and you get it out. So things like lactic acid, which is build up from working out, along with other metabolic waste, it squeezes all that heaviness out of the legs. And when the legs are done, they feel lighter, fluids circulating, you're ready to go again.' Many players will even use Normatec boots before workouts if their legs feel tired, helping them get circulation moving before hitting the gym or the course. Hyperice, the company that manufactures Normatec boots, also offers tubeless Normatec Elite boots ($1,099). This version, which is more portable and packable, utilizes rechargeable units in each boot instead of relying on a base unit to supply the pressure for both leggings. Percussive therapy: Thumping out the tension In 2020, the PGA Tour formed a partnership with Hyperice, maker of popular percussive therapy devices often called therapy guns. These handheld, battery-operated tools deliver rapid, targeted pulses to areas of the body that feel tight or sore. The rapid percussion helps increase blood flow to specific muscles, reduces stiffness and aids in recovery by loosening up tissue that can become rigid after repeated swings, travel or extended practice sessions. These devices are small enough to pack in a carry-on, easy to use and come with interchangeable tips to target different muscle groups. At many PGA Tour stops, players can grab a therapy gun from carts stationed near the driving range to use as part of their warm-up. Hydration and nutrition: In with the good, out with the bad Flying is brutal on the body, largely because airplane cabins are low in humidity to prevent condensation and corrosion. The air pressure is lower at altitude, which, combined with drier air and increased respiration rates, causes the body to lose moisture faster than usual. Add in the typical snacks — processed meats, salty chips, sugary drinks — and it's easy to see why a flight can leave you feeling stiff and inflamed. Some top-tier golfers travel with personal chefs, but a valuable resource available to all PGA Tour players is the on-site nutritionist, provided at many tournaments. 'We do discuss nutrition a lot,' Hug said. 'Like, what are good things to eat before or good things to eat after you play? What are good things to do for hydration? The PGA Tour does have a nutritionist that actually travels to quite a few tournaments, and aside from just picking what foods are going to be in the player dining, they actually will consult with any player at any time about their nutrition needs.' While most recreational golfers don't have a nutritionist on speed dial, focusing on anti-inflammatory foods can help the body bounce back faster. According to Harvard Medical School, eating leafy greens like spinach and kale, as well as fatty fish such as salmon and tuna, berries and nuts like almonds and walnuts, can help reduce inflammation and support your body's recovery after a long day on the course — or a long flight. Hit the gym: Move to feel better Jon Rahm is based in Scottsdale, Arizona, but his schedule on the LIV Golf tour and his participation in major championships have him flying all over the world. After a long trip, you might assume the first thing the two-time major winner wants to do is take a nap. That wouldn't be terrible, but Rahm does the exact opposite. 'If you have time and [access to] a gym or whatever it may be, get a little bit of exercise in,' Rahm said recently. 'It doesn't need to be crazy. It could be 30, 40 minutes of just some kind of stretching or whatever to get the blood flowing a little bit more so your body can just naturally recover and get things moving.' Many hotels and golf resorts offer fitness facilities, but even a brisk 20-minute walk upon arrival can help improve circulation and ease stiffness. 'I found that being very beneficial when I go across the Atlantic, when you go to Europe, Dubai flights like that,' Rahm said. 'But landing and going straight to the gym, and actually if it's mid-afternoon trying to get a hard workout in, has helped me by far the most get over jet lag and things like that. It's like a reset to the body.' The takeaway You may not have a fitness trailer, a physio team or a nutritionist traveling with you, but the blueprint for recovery is the same: keep your body moving, stay hydrated, eat smart and give your muscles a little help when they're tight or sore. Whether it's a therapy gun in your golf bag, compression sleeves in your suitcase or a gym session after your next flight, these are simple ways to help you feel fresher and play better — even if the only thing on the line is the weekend game with your buddies.
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.
