With all of the injuries I have had in the past year, I am much more focused on run recovery. I have been foam rolling and stretching like a boss. When I was offered the chance to try out the new PowerDot smart muscle stimulation system, I jumped at the chance. Don’t worry I scored an extra system to giveaway to one of you. I received a PowerDot system in exchange for this review however, all opinions are my own.
Recover From Your Run With Power Dot
So what exactly is Power Dot and how can it help you? PowerDot uses electric stimulation on target muscles which causes them to contract in response. “Electric muscle stimulators are devices that send electrical impulses to your muscles to promote muscle contractions. Specifically NeuroMuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES) causes Type 1 (slow-twitch) & Type 2 (fast-twitch) muscle fibers to contract, and at different Hz levels can provide a number of benefits to both performance and recovery.” (source)
PowerDot takes electric stimulation, similar to what you may have tried at a Physical Therapist visit, and puts it right into the hands of the consumer. I opened the box to find a lightweight pod and sensor pads all packed into a great travel case. After downloading the app, I could easily navigate to find the program best suited for me.
I liked how easy the App was to figure out (because who really wants to read the instructions?). Simply choose the target area and follow the illustrations to set up the sensors pads. You will see exactly how long the program will last and you can move around while receiving treatment. It’s totally portable as long as your phone is with you.
I personally like to sit down and relax while I receive treatment. The past few weeks I have treated my shins, hip area, knee and hamstring. I like that I can control the intensity right on my phone the whole time. After a run or workout, I perform my usual stretch routine. I like to use my PowerDot in the evening while relaxing and watching TV or reading.
“Electric muscle stimulators are meant to be paired with your training routines and workout programs to enhance performance and support recovery in between workouts or post workout. Electric muscle stimulation uses different Hertz ranges to activate specific muscle fibers, forcing them to contract. These contractions increase blood flow and nutrient distribution to recruit more muscle fibers, which helps the body recover faster, perform better, and reduces the risk of muscular injuries” (source)
Paired with stretching and foam rolling, PowerDot is a great addition to my runner’s recovery tool box. Enter below for the chance to win one for yourself.
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My husband just tried these at a bicycle event last week. He came home and couldn’t stop talking about them… looks like we’ll have to get them, too!
Thanks for the review!
They are kind of cool and I have been enjoying using them
This looks like a great product! I used to have something similar but this looks so simple to use. Anything to help with recovery and prevent injuries sounds good to me!!
Much simpler than other ones I have seen. I like that it’s so easy to control w my phone
I’ve used something like this before. I’m not sure if it really helps my recovery but it feels good. Ha!
It does feel good and lets me sit and relax while I use it
I find stim so freaky but I’d use this on my calves for sure! Fingers crossed you pick me! 🙂
You can control the intensity so it’s nice!
I always seem to have various aches and pains that seem like they would be helped by this. And I like the idea of an app to tell you what to do! Seems like a great product.
Yes the app is great and it really directs you on how to use it. Thanks for entering
This looks amazing. Stim was my favorite part of getting my back adjusted at the chiropractor when I lived with my parents. When I visit them I try to fit in an appointment because the combo of being adjusted and them picking the right spot for stim is the best.
It sounds like a great combo! Thanks for entering
I’d love to try this! I would love to see if it helps me with my RA pain!
OH yes I wonder if it would?!
I’ve never heard of Power Dot! It sounds so interesting, I’d love to try it. I’d probably try it on my feet first. While I don’t currently have plantar fasciitis, my feet always are the first thing that gives me problems when I increase my mileage.
Yes true-I have not tried it on my feet yet either
My husband would love to try these for cycling!
That would be great thanks for entering
I’d love to try it. Is it like the electrical stimulation thingy that they put on you when you go to the chiropractor…TENS, I think its called?
Yes very similar to that but you would be able to control the amount w your phone app
I’ll have to check this out. I’m beginning to add running to my workout.
Great! It’s perfect for all kinds of workout recovery
I tried something similar at a race expo, but these look more portable! I’m intrigued!
I find it to be much more user friendly than previous ones I have tried
This looks and sounds interesting!! Who doesn’t want a little extra TLC for those muscles we work so hard, right? IT’s nice that it’s transportable, too!
Yes I definitely agree! Thanks for entering
Very interesting! Recovery has become super important to me since my injury, so this would be great! I love that there’s an app, too! That makes it so much easier!
You would love it! There are so many options and settings it’s great
This is great! I feel like it would help with my tight calves. I remember the chiropractor used something like this on my back, but it was definitely not portable.
yes very similar and very much portable and user friendly
This would be a great recovery tool after longer runs and jogs especially for my legs which can be very sore afterwards.
Yes they would! Thanks for stopping by and entering
I would use it for my various aches and pains after exercising!
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I saw your post earlier on Insta and I was super excited to read your review. Sounds awesome. I kinda want one!!
I have really been enjoying it
This looks amazing, and I love that it’s portable if you have a need to get/do something mid treatment. Great that it works on multiple body parts and it appears to be super compact. Great for travel.
Yes to all of the above!
I had stumbled treatments in rehab when I tore my miniscus. It felt weird, but definitely worked!
What’s nice about this one is that you can control the level you receive. Thanks for checking it out
This looks so cool! I love that fact that it’s so portable too!
Definitely a plus!
Whoa what an interesting product. Love that it sounds easy to use and adjust!
Yes it’s so easy to use and portable
What a great tool for recovery! I love that this uses an app as well. What a great idea!
It’s so user friendly thanks for checking it out
This looks so cool! I’ll be sure to pick one up!
Thanks for checking it out
I so need one of these! I am sure it would help me so much with my different injuries and recovery!
It is a great tool to have for sure
No, I have not.
SO interesting! I did something like this at acupuncture! Not sure if it worked or not, but super interesting. SO cool that there is a portable model like that.
Yes the portability is key!~
I’d use it after my hill runs for sure!
That would be helpful
I would use it on my upper thighs which are always the most sore after longer runs.
That would work well!
This product does look awesome! I think my husband would especially love it because he has such trouble with back soreness/muscle tightness.
thanks for entering!
I would use it for my knees when they get sore and my low back. I love that there are not mega wires going on.
Nope very user friendly thanks for stopping by
I thimk my son would like it for after running but will it work for me after biking ?
Definitely yes!
I would love to try this to product to prevent injury. I love that it has an app!
Very user friendly
We do a lot of kayaking, and I get leg cramps after a few hours – this would really help!
definitely thanks for entering
I would give this to my dad as he has really bad joints and muscles. He used something similar in therapy but can no longer afford to go
Thanks for entering fingers crossed for you
I’d use it after my barre classes and running. I’m always so tight and sore after working out-I hope this would help.
I think it would
I’d use it on my feet. They are a mess, but this would help! Thanks for the chance!
That would feel nice!
I would try this on my legs and hips.
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This would help my daughter a lot, with the pain in her legs and learning how to walk again.
Thanks for checking it out