CARRY ON RECOVERING

When you're travelling light and don't want to neglect those DOMS, we test the best recovery devices to make room in your luggage for

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Massage guns, compression boots and foam rollers that can be controlled by your phone. We're spoilt for choice with the tech that makes big promises to speed up your recovery so you can get back in the gym and get to work again.

These devices are undeniably great to use in the comfort of your home, but what about when it's time to get on a plane and you need something suitable to squeeze into luggage that needs to be placed underneath your seat or stowed away neatly in the overhead locker?

Whether you can’t afford to put that recovery work on hold, or you need something to target those aches after tackling an event overseas, we've been sticking, strapping and grabbing the kit that promises to make your return to full fitness a more travel-friendly affair.

The best recovery device for travelling overall

We'd recommend the Pulsio TENS Pod as the best travel-friendly recovery device. It’s the most compact option by some distance and can be worn easily all around the body. It’s also one of the most affordable devices and has the handy ability of being charged by the same cable you plug your smartphone into.

Other recovery device recommendations

Best recovery device for lifters: The Kineon Pro Move+ Pro strap can target its red light therapy to areas like the shoulder, elbow and arm to help provide some welcome pain relief.

Best recovery device you can keep moving in: Nike and Hyperice’s Hyperboot can deliver its varying intensities of heat and compression all while you’re wandering down the aisle to check if the toilet is free.

Hyperboot by Nike x Hyperice £900, hyperice.​com