Massage guns have truly become a must-have for runners, especially when it comes to recovery. It’s such a convenient way to reduce DOMS and ease out areas of tightness right in your own home.

If you regularly read our reviews, you’ll have seen Bob and Brad massage guns before. Designed by a pair of physical therapists who really know their stuff, we’ve always gotten on well with their products.

The Bob and Brad L7 Ultra massage gun is their newest offering. It has a couple of new features I was really interested in, so I was desperate to put it to the test. Here’s how I got on…

Bob and Brad L7 Ultra massage gun technical features

• RRP: £109.88 | Buy now on Amazon for £84.99
• 2-in-1 design: use as mini massage gun or with extension handle
• Dual-wavelength infrared technology
• Lightweight
• 5 adjustable speeds (1800-3000 RPM)
• Low noise (55dB)
• 5 interchangeable heads, including heated infrared head

Pros

• Extension handle makes it so easy to access hard-to-reach areas
• Multiple heads to suit different body parts
• Heated infrared head is very soothing
• Great to have the option to use it as a mini massager too

Cons

• Extension handle makes the carry case a little bigger than previous models

Bob & Brad L7 Ultra massage gun review

One of the areas of my body that really needs some TLC is my back, but I can never get at it with a regular massage gun. At least, not without the help of a willing partner! The L7 Ultra is a game-changer. You have the option of using it as a mini massage gun, but you can also add on a clever extension handle that helps you reach the whole of the back of your body.

The gun comes with five separate heads, all designed for different areas and types of muscle – and all handily explained in the accompanying booklet. In addition, one of heads uses infrared heat that not only has a lovely warming effect on sore muscles, but is also said to promote faster recovery deep in the muscle. I particularly loved this on my tight shoulders and lats, and it’s great for warming up and reviving muscles after a chilly run.

It’s quiet, lightweight and easy to store or take on-the-go in its cute little carry case. Need I say more?