I run and walk trails. Even with stretching afterwards, sometimes at night I can't get to sleep because my calf muscles tighten up. I could get up and go through a long, slow stretching regimen, which isn't bad, but this device gives me a quick, effective way to get the tenseness out of my calf muscles. 5 stars

The runners' websites recommend foam rollers and THE STICK for sore muscles. I had the foam roller (GOFIT) and it worked amazingly, but I couldn't get to the neck/shoulder area with the foam roller. I, therefore, decided to get the STICK. I was not impressed with the STICK.

The stick rolls across the body like a rolling pin but it doesn't hammer out the knots like the foam rollers do. I returned my "stick." 3 stars

I use the Stick almost daily before and after my runs (up to 10 miles, but usually 2-4 miles). I suffer from Compartment Syndrome and have had compartment release surgery on my left leg in the past. The successful surgery allowed me to continue to run. Unfortunately, over the past year, my right leg began exhibiting symptoms of compartment syndrome. Not wanting to endure additional surgery and on my doc's advice, I purchased the Stick. The idea is to loosen the facia of the leg muscles before and after the run in order to allow increased expansion of the leg muscles during exercise. It seems to work. I've had decresed symptoms and believe I can continue to run without resorting to surgery. 4 stars

Great way to warm up your muscles pre workout, my soccer team uses all the time. The longer one is great for getting your shoulders and neck. 5 stars

If you are a serious athlete you have to have one of these. Its a full self massage in a stick. More power to you if you can get somebody else to use it on you. Its especially outstanding for sore calves after running and cycling. 5 stars