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Kira Volkov

Kira Volkov

Strength athletes’ recovery; grip, reach, and stall force analysis for big muscle groups.

About

Former powerlifting meet organizer evaluating tools between sets. I stress-test stall force, grip texture, and handle length to see what survives posterior-chain work without stalling or slipping.

Core Beliefs

If it fails under pressure, it fails your program.

Perspective

I favor textured grips, longer handles, and higher stall force for big muscle groups.

Author Articles

Cycling Recovery Massage Guns: Comparative Guide

Cycling Recovery Massage Guns: Comparative Guide

Cut through marketing to find massage guns that truly meet cyclist needs - stall force for dense quads, reach for mid-back and IT band, and grip/noise for real-world recovery - with clear picks by rider type. Apply the included pre- and post-ride protocols to rebound faster for tomorrow’s ride.

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Percussive Therapy Research: Proven Massage Gun Benefits

Percussive Therapy Research: Proven Massage Gun Benefits

Get evidence-backed protocols to get measurable benefits from massage guns: brief 30–90 second pre-lift work for immediate range-of-motion gains, a small boost in strength readiness, and narrow-window post-workout soreness relief. Learn which device specs - stall force, handle reach, noise, and pressure feedback - drive results and why they’re not a fix for chronic pain.

How to Use Massage Gun: Target Muscles Without Bruising

How to Use Massage Gun: Target Muscles Without Bruising

Use physics-backed techniques to target muscles safely - optimize grip and reach, float the gun with light force, move parallel to fibers, and limit each zone to 15–25 seconds. Get clear, muscle-specific force, frequency, and stroke-speed guidelines to prevent bruising and improve recovery.

Theragun Pro Review: Is This Premium Massager Worth the Splurge?

Theragun Pro Review: Is This Premium Massager Worth the Splurge?

Cut through the specs with performance data showing how stall force, reach, grip, and battery life affect recovery under heavy training. See when the Pro’s 60 lb stall force and swappable batteries warrant the spend - and when a cheaper model is enough.