Ranking popular Cycling Recovery Tools (Tier List)

[@dlim78]

I love your videos. Down to earth, informative and yet entertaining. You definitely should have more subs m8

[@nerocoaching]

Thanks mate

[@chrisvanbuggenum871]

A movie while getting massaged, followed by a happy ending and a nap. God tier. (I imagine lol).

[@nerocoaching]

Will try and report back (strictly for science)

[@coreyreeder3549]

::starts a slow clap:::

[@doivy]

More of these tier lists please!

[@82vitt]

I like to lay down on my back with my legs raised straight and leaning against a wall for a couple minutes after a workout. Then get up, walk for a couple minutes and repeat. Not sure if it does anything to improve recovery, but my legs feel less sore for a while after.

[@cnay2983]

I wonder what tier does a singular for 4% alcoholic gingerbeer get me. I know it's no good for recovery but I need something to look forward to after 2 back to back 100km rides :(

[@danieldanielo5955]

I have to say nailed it with the IT band comment my left knee always feels like the tin man from The Wizard of Oz and having to basically plank on my side to roll is a pain.

[@JeffMortonRacing]

After watching I just went and bought a massage gun, looking forward to it - have a roller but I’m too lazy to use it.

[@bitminerbob6731]

Love this video style. Which software did you use there, to display the pics? I really liked that format. Keep up the good work.

[@nerocoaching]

Thanks, Screen record on Canva

[@dan0368]

How long do you recommend using the massage guns for? Do you tend to hold them in place for a minute or so or move them around when using them?

[@nerocoaching]

I use it for around 4-5 minutes on each main muscle group, moving it around slowly and holding it on sore/tight spots

[@jasonjenkins1975]

A massage has helped me a lot so i would put that at least second best or maybe the best. Massage guns, i have one and its helped with some issues ive had. yes these cost but as far as promotive recovery for me those would be the best 2 i would use

[@kwcmau]

where does recovery ride / walk fit in the tier list?

[@Schoenwetterathlet]

Took a nap right after the video 👌

[@treesnbikes]

Just tried the Normatec boots the other day after three hard days in a row. They were great and I had no pain going into a fourth hard day. No pain but also no energy. But expensive as heck - unless you happen to be billeting a Jr A hockey player who has a Normatec to share

[@niallwoan5847]

Does the mag salt actually do anything, or are you better off saving money and just having a warm bath?

[@nerocoaching]

From the evidence I can find it's unlikely to add much. I like the routine though, especially if using scented epsom salts.

[@charliehodge9415]

Vibrating Foam Roller hits different. Beyond god level.

[@nerocoaching]

Haven't tried one before, curious.

[@peterlaws1653]

we're lucky we have a pool and I truly reckon straight into the pool after a ride top of the list,same for compression tights and yes a nap perfect

[@MartinOroszi]

Thanks for the tip i'll try that epsom salt next time

[@michaelquinlan4817]

Yes! Super entertainment value.

[@JulAlxAU]

I just wanted to rank a couple of recovery methods: 1) Sugar 2) Sugar 3) Sugar 👆That’s pretty much 99% of the recovery! You’re welcome!

[@gezdef]

Watching movies and stuff while I have the compression leggings is amazing and CBD oil.

[@troycollett8540]

Phil gaimon has a product called ice legs

[@nerocoaching]

Lmao I forgot about that

[@jhref]

When I get up after laying down watching a movie after a ride I swear someone has poured concrete into my joints and muscles.

[@nerocoaching]

I'd say that's a good thing, part of the recovery process. Same as if you have a nap, often feel rough after that. Combining a rest focused method, with a more active one after (walk, massage gun, etc) to get moving again can work well.

[@2K00L2BTRU3]

Would like to add xbox or PS, not sure about cycling but was very popular recovery tool in my sport :D we used to have fifa championships during the camps :)

[@neemmachine]

Raises your cortisol mate, too much stress

[@boomshine7]

I watch movie in bath with legs up... that must be platinum tier

[@occyman]

Jesse you forgot the Powerdots …..the electronic muscle stimulator…pretty good actually.

[@phoenixaroui8712]

The massage i will put it on the top I massage my legs and they feel wayyy light the next day on my ride

[@dancostanza]

This topic is so well researched really missed a chance to include the actual science here instead of just feel. For example ice baths are shown to very clearly reduce pain, but also reduce training benefit meaningfully.

[@troycollett8540]

Watching KZbin vlogs

[@TenSapphires]

Finish sauna!

[@michaelstoecker4178]

You neglected chowing down with carbs and protein, and lots of fluids! Probably top of the ranking?

[@nerocoaching]

These are all optional, eating and drinking is mandatory!

[@troycollett8540]

Foam rolling you need plenty of room to do it