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Usage Guidelines
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER NOTE:
This product is not intended to
diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any injury or disease. It is not
intended to be used as a substitute for medical care, consultation
or as care for injuries or pain. Always seek the advice of a
physician or medical professional regarding any injury or disease.
Consult with a physician or medical professional regarding the
use of this product in connection with any prescribed treatment
before using this product. If you have any questions regarding any
existing medical conditions, discuss them with your physician or
health care provider. GoFit does not assume any responsibility
of any kind for improper use of this product that is not specified
within this training manual or any other provided materials.
USAGE GUIDELINES - GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR ROLLER
This training manual is intended to provide a guideline for usage.
It shows several areas for massage as well as proper technique.
The versatile Go Vibe Vibrating Massage Roller provides you with
a variety of self massage options, whether using one of the four
vibration levels, or no vibration at all.
Because of the dense, closed cell foam, this roller is ideal for deep
tissue massage, even when not vibrating. This means, when
pressure is applied, the roller remains firm, not “soft” or “cushy,”
causing the massage action to reach deeper into the muscle
tissue. Be sure to apply less pressure when massaging softer,
more sensative areas. The edges and hollows of the roller’s
variageted grooves are designed to release trigger points, or
“knots,” in the muscles—targeting specific areas for massage.
Self massage is most commonly used before and after fitness
training or any sort of physical exercise. Not only is your Go Vibe
Vibrating Massage Roller ideal for these activities, but also for
everyday stress relief, muscle relaxation or trigger point release.
Usage Guidelines
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Pre-workout
, your muscles are not yet warmed-up and not as
flexible, so it is very important to use your roller to loosen tight
muscles and promote muscle blood-flow. You may also do
stretching at this time, however “rolling out” may actually prove
to be more effective for your muscle warm-up.
Post-workout
, your muscles need recovery. During training, you
have stretched and stressed your muscle tissue. Massaging
these muscles promotes blood flow in the tissue, while reducing
recovery time and muscle soreness.
Everyday life
at work, home or on-the-go, can create tension,
muscle soreness and muscle tissue trigger points. This roller
is an effective and portable solution to roll-away stress and
promote flexibility, while massaging stiff aching muscles.
Vibration
adds a type of “micro-massage” within self massage.
This small, quickly-repeating motion (vibration) heightens the
stimulation of blood flow and promotes elasticity of muscle
tissue. The amount of vibration desired will vary with every
application. Simply adjust the roller’s vibration level as needed
by pressing the Vibration Control Button consecutively.
RECOMMENDED MASSAGE GUIDELINES
Beginner:
Use
light
pressure for 15 to 20 seconds on tight or
stiff areas until muscle tissue relaxes.
Repeat 1 to 2 times per session.
Advanced:
Use
greater
pressure for 30 to 45 seconds on tight
or stiff areas or until muscle tissue relaxes.
Repeat 3 to 4 times per session.
If bruising or discoloring occurs this is a sign of too much
pressure and should be discontinued immediately.
