The tougher the workout, the more intense the recovery might be. But maybe your usual recovery routine just isn’t cutting it anymore. You might find your recovery times still long, and your post-workout soreness and fatigue are just too much to handle. Rather than cutting back on your workouts or leaning towards easier exercises, we recommend giving wellness services a try. From cryotherapy to percussion therapy, there are multiple services to enhance your post-workout recovery and improve your future athletic performance. Here’s how you can select the right recovery service to meet your needs: Think About Your Goals What do you want to get out of a wellness service? Are you looking for a solution for stiff muscles? What about achy joints or sore limbs? Maybe you prefer better blood circulation, reduced inflammation, or want to improve your flexibility. In either of the latter cases, there are wellness services available for you at Recovery Lab. For instance, with cupping, this service can help relieve sore muscles and tension, improve blood flow, and boost nutrient delivery. Examine Your Post-Workout Needs The next step in deciding which recovery services might be most applicable to you is determining your post-workout needs. This doesn’t just involve your goals but also considers your actual workouts and how often you work out. For instance, if you engage in high-intensity workouts multiple times a week, you may need a more intensive or more frequent recovery service than someone who jogs a few times a week. The services you select should also reflect the type of workout you do. Someone who strength trains frequently might prefer a recovery service to directly target the muscles, like percussion therapy or cupping. Consider Your Availability How much time you have on your hands will also play a significant role in the wellness service you end up selecting. Your time matters, after all. But the less available you are, the less likely you are to be able to commit to certain services and the less likely you will be able to stick to a multi-weekly recovery schedule. If you’re in a time crunch, consider quick, few-minute services like cryotherapy. Red light therapy and percussion therapy sessions are also relatively quick. If you have more time on your hands, you can consider services like hyperbaric oxygen therapy. Nonetheless, making time for your recovery is important and worth it. Target Multiple Goals with More Than One Service You aren’t limited to just one wellness service. Depending on your goals, you might be interested in trying more than one recovery option. In fact, this is something we recommend, as not only can you maximize your benefits, but different wellness services can actually support one another. Consider stacking services like percussion therapy and mobility stretching if you struggle with both muscle knots and joint stiffness. Combine cryotherapy and red light therapy for improved blood circulation and reduced inflammation. Wanting to target multiple goals across different services? Contact Recovery Lab today to talk about all your options.