We would like to take advantage of this new post to talk about electrostimulation, and also to present you withthe 9 best Compex electrostimulators 2020. Looking at it carefully, the use of electrostimulation is not a must for the popular runner. However, you can benefit from its multiple functions and objectives, simply because they are very interesting in your progression as an athlete.
So there are many good functions that electro-stimulators bring with them, which are translated into:
- Incident and accelerate the rehabilitation process of a sports injury.
- Development and strengthening of muscle tone, optimizing strength and endurance.
- Faster and more effective recovery after intense workouts.
- Injury prevention and pain relief.
- Improved performance as a complement to traditional training.
With all this, our Runnea sports director, Iker Muñoz, puts the dots on the i's:
"From the sports point of view, depending on our needs, the use of electrostimulators can be a plus for our workouts. They will become an ideal complement to our strength training sessions, for example. Or they can also provide an excellent recovery function after demanding training sessions.
The best Compex electrostimulators 2020
Having said that, we at Runnea proceed to list you some of the best-selling Compex models. So this stage of confinement by the Covid-19 can be an ideal time for you to try, in your own flesh, its most positive effects, and you'll tell us. Let's go with that list!
Compex Wireless SP 8.0
The Compex Wireless SP 8.0 electrostimulator is considered one of the leading products in the sector. Included in the sport range of the brand, this device is aimed at regular athletes who train every day of the week. Designed to increase power, improve performance and also establish a faster and more effective recovery process. The main novelty of this Compex Wireless SP 8.0 is found in its Mi-autorange function, through which this model is able to automatically determine the most appropriate level of stimulation. 4 channels with 40 programs in categories of physical preparation, anti-pain, rehabilitation, recovery-massage and fitness, and wireless technology.
Compex SP 6.0
Improving on its predecessor versions, the Compex SP 6.0 electrostimulator includes wireless technology to promote freedom of movement. The device is aimed at the entire group of athletes who practice your favorite activity more than 3 a week. It includes Mi-scan and Mi-range functions with 4 channels and 30 programs in fitness, anti-pain, rehabilitation, recovery-massage and fitness categories. Optimized to improve muscle strength, as well as rehabilitation and recovery processes.
Compex SP 4.0
Although the Compex SP 4.0 electrostimulator does not include wireless technology, this device can still be your great ally in injury rehabilitation processes. Aimed at athletes who train 3 a week, it has 4 channels and 30 programs in categories of physical preparation, anti-pain, rehabilitation, recovery-massage and fitness. At the same time it includes the Mi-scan, Mi-range and Mi-tens functions to improve your performance and recover in less time.
Compex Sport Elite
The Compex Sport Elite is an electro stimulator that not only stands out for its attractive design, but also has functions focused on high performance. The device includes up to a total of 31 programs for 6 specific training zones, and each of them features 5 levels of progression for a complete, more effective workout that ensures better results. In addition, its rechargeable battery offers a battery life of more than 20 hours with a minimum charge of less than 1.5 hours.
Compex Wireless Fit 5.0
For all those who love the gym and fitness, the Compex Wireless Fit 5.0 is the ideal electro stimulator for building muscle and toning and sculpting the body, but also contributes to effective relaxation after an intense workout. It is a top-of-the-range device for those who train without a break every day of the week. 2 channels with 30 programs in rehabilitation, fitness, recovery-massage and anti-pain categories. It also includes wireless technology for ease of use.
Compex Fit 3.0
All the basic features of electrostimulation are assured with the Compex Fit 3.0 electrostimulator, which, as its name suggests, is geared towards fitness and recovery for the athlete. An athlete accustomed to training up to 3 a week. Its 2 channels, which can be expanded to 4, and its 20 programs allow you to recover muscle tone and strength, and also contribute to mitigate pain after each intense training session.
Compex Runner
Exclusively developed and tested by and for runners, the Compex Runner electrostimulator is designed to help you do a more focused, personalized and effective workout. Its 7 specific work zones will help you stimulate each part of the body. It also has 4 stimulation channels and 18 programs for prevention, anti-pain, physical preparation and recovery; and in each of them there are 3 levels of progression, which will allow you to progress better and faster in each of your running sessions. So, this Compex Runner is a perfect complement to your valuable Running shoes.
Compex Fitness
The Compex Fitness electro stimulator helps you take care of your health, keeping your body in perfect tune, improving your well-being quickly, easily and effectively. This device has a total of 4 channels and 16 programs to work fitness, pain and recovery / massage, so you can relieve pain, but also strengthen muscles. This Compex Fitness stands out for its comfortable and easy handling to complete each of your workouts with a more effective workout.
Compex Sport
The Compex Sport electrostimulator is a very easy to use device, which brings you multiple benefits to improve your fitness, as well as to relieve tension and relieve pain that appear in the day to day. This Compex Sport includes 4 channels and 16 programs in fitness, recovery/massage and pain categories. An element that will help you feel good, because sport is not an end, but a means to improve your health and take care of yourself.
3 frequently asked questions about the use of electrostimulators for runners
Having explained their multiple benefits, as well as some of the most recommended products from Compex, a leading brand in high-end electrostimulation products for athletes of all levels, it is also necessary that we take advantage of this post to go to the other side of the coin, and try to answer 3 of the most frequently asked questions about these electronic devices for athletes, in general, and runners, in particular.
Iker Muñoz, Runnea's sports director, takes the controls and answers:
Is muscle electrostimulation safe?
Yes, if it is used properly. If, on the other hand, I put on the electrodes and increase the intensity to the maximum, I will probably have some fiber rupture, or something worse. Of course, it is always necessary to follow the manufacturer's specifications.
Can electrostimulation work replace traditional training?
Electro-stimulation work should never replace traditional strength training. It is necessary to use it, if our objective is to improve strength, in conjunction with traditional training.
At this point, a brief explanation is necessary. The electro-stimulator acts as if it were the central nervous system (it emits the stimulus as if it were the brain which sends the muscles to contract) and the muscles contract due to the discharge of the device, but unlike traditional work, the bone and tendons (among other tissues) do not receive the tension generated by work with weights (for example). This can be positive if we are injured, but if our objective is to improve performance, it will not be so positive.
How often will I be able to use this work?
This answer will vary depending on the exercise program you use. If it is for regeneration, after long runs or intense days you will be able to use them 3 days per week. If it is for strength work it will depend on the time you have and the degree of training. It is necessary to remember that to work large muscle groups (for example the leg muscles) it will be almost an hour of electrostimulation. On the contrary, if you do it with traditional work, the time will be less. As with everything in life, the key is in the middle ground.
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