The Stick Marathon Stick
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Product Reviews of The Stick Marathon Stick
Product Review: Must Buy
Summary: 5 Stars
I am new to running and therefore, my legs and muscles have yet to develop the proper conditioning they require. I am currently training for a HM and after every long run starting with 4, my knees were killing me. After careful research, I found a lack of stretching and the IT band to be the major issue. Many running friends recommended a good foam roller. Another recommended the Marathon STick. Before I committed to one, I borrowed both from friend. While the form roller did loosen up my muscles, my knees still seemed to be in trouble. Before a long run, I decided to make use of the stick. I rolled out my thighs and calves for a good 5 minutes, concentrating on the IT band area. I had no pain what so ever during and after my 9 mile long run! Bought this product and been using it since. Haven't had any issues again.
The stick it self is about is about 22 inches long with two yellow handles. In between the handles are 11 individual rolling spindles made of plastic. You would think they would need to be somewhat rigid to dig into the muscles, but they are not. I think thats why they made individual spindles. When you apply pressure with the stick to your legs, there is a bend to the stick. First time I used it, I was afraid it would snap, but after weeks of using, it is still holding up. I highly recommend this product. Make sure you use it before and after any leg training exercises. It wouldn't hurt to do it on the days off also. Sometimes I get someone to roll out my shoulders as well.
Product Review: Practical and Effective
Summary: 5 Stars
I cycle 4 times a week, for at least 2 hours each time. My leg muscles, particularly the hamstrings, get very tight and often sore. "The Stick" has been very effective at loosening up the tightness and reducing soreness. It's a simple gadjet, easy to use, and easier than using my fingers for massage. I use it every day, often more than one session. I can feel the difference when I cycle, much less stiffness and pain.Product Review: Really helps
Summary: 4 Stars
On the recommendation of a physical therapist, I bought this for my son, a runner, who has knee problems as a result of very tight IT bands. I can't tell if that specific item is helping my son, but he is improving. I started using it as well, and it does seem to help loosen muscles and fascia. And you can do it anytime you're just sitting around.Product Review: Terrible products, terrible waste of money.
Summary: 1 Stars
I'm a personal trainer as well an athlete training for Ironman triathlon. At a recent event expo, I stopped at the "Stick" exhibit to explain that I was in fact terribly disappointed with their product. He agreed with me!!! But offered that the problem was in the model, that I needed to purchase the larger model to get the proper effects. Ohhh, I need the more expensive one to actually benefit, is that it? He began to demonstrate, causing me to abruptly insist that he stop because it was hurting me. He became extremely agressive in his demonstration and within seconds, actually brutalizing my muscles with this ridiculous gadgetry, inflamming nerves along the back of the leg which spurred severe cramping of the foot and toes!! Do not walk ... run. This is a terrible, worthless product sold by idiot nitwits that think its okay to man-handle people with detriment!!! They and their product have worsened any muscle fatigue or soreness that I had and I would give anything to hit him in the head with that ridiculous "STICK".Product Review: The "STICK" really works
Summary: 5 Stars
I purchased the Marathon Stick about three weeks ago, based on a recommendation from a message therapist. I have been having problems with one of my hamstrings for about one year when I run. After using the Stick for one week the problems with my hamstring are gone! Now I used it before and after I run, swim, or bike or whenever my hamstring, quads, or calf muscles are sore. The Stick has worked great for me!