Sports Recovery Therapy for High-Performance Athletes

Pro Athletes From Around the World Use BEMER.

Think of BEMER like a wireless phone charger for your body. BEMER devices use what’s called a Pulsed Electro-Magnetic Field to stimulate electrical activity within the cells and increase muscle blood circulation. When you add BEMER therapy to your daily routine, like many athletes all over the world — including hundreds of world class athletes ranging from olympians to top level professional athletes across all key sports, you may notice significant improvements in your sports performance, physical strength and conditioning, and athletic recovery.

BEMER: Advancing the Science of Physical Performance

Tyson McGuffin using BEMER on the side of a pickleball court

RECOVERY: To return to a normal state of health, mind, or strength. Overuse of muscles can have a detrimental effect on local blood circulation. When your muscles aren't getting enough oxygen and carbon dioxide isn't flushed out fast enough, it can stunt muscle recovery and make the body feel sluggish and sore. This discomfort is your brain and body’s way of saying, “I need rest!” Muscle soreness and fatigue make it difficult for athletes to return to peak condition. So, the science of maximizing athletic performance comes down to re-establishing balance within your body, or in other words, optimizing sports recovery. To give the muscles the resources they need to recover, healthy local blood flow must be restored. That’s where BEMER therapy comes in. By temporarily promoting local circulation within healthy muscles, BEMER temporarily increases oxygen delivery and CO2 removal within the target tissue. This enhanced recovery allows athletes to return to peak sports performance quicker, train harder for longer, and unleash their full athletic potential.

*Individual results may vary. These statements are not intended to represent that all athletes will achieve the same results.

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Going Head-to-Head: BEMER vs. Other Sports Recovery Methods

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How does BEMER compare to other popular sports recovery methods?

BEMER is the athlete’s all-in-one pre-workout warm-up and post-workout recovery tool. Whereas other methods may only be useful either before or after training, BEMER devices can be used at any time to optimize sports performance and athletic recovery. Before workouts, BEMER helps cut down on warm-up time by temporarily increasing blood flow to targeted muscles. For post-training, BEMER flushes out carbon dioxide from muscles––without frigid ice baths, sweltering saunas, or painful foam rolling techniques. BEMER therapy gives the user a non-drug, safe, and effective approach for muscle recovery.

BEMER vs. Ice Baths or Cryotherapy

Ice baths and cryotherapy are great if you have an acute injury and need to reduce swelling and inflammation, but when it comes to maximizing sports performance, these recovery methods take a backseat to BEMER. Whereas ice baths and cryotherapy constrict blood vessels and decrease local circulation, BEMER does the exact opposite, rushing nourishing oxygen to worn-down muscles––without the extreme discomfort. Not to mention, you don’t need to go through the trouble of filling a tub with ice water or stepping into a freezing enclosure. Just turn on the control unit, dial in your setting, and relax. BEMER is far easier to carry around than a massive bathtub or cryotherapy chamber and provides many of the benefits of icing and cryo with the added bonus of increased athletic performance, strength, and endurance.

BEMER vs. Heat Therapies; Such as Saunas and Hot Packs

Saunas and hot packs are an excellent way to increase circulation and reduce lactic acid after a workout. But unfortunately, these benefits come at a price. Naturally, saunas get incredibly hot. When exposed to so much heat, the body has to create large amounts of sweat to regulate its internal temperature. For athletes, this can negatively impact sports performance, robbing their muscles of vital energy and resources. Also, the heat from saunas and hot packs draws excess blood to the skin rather than to the muscles, where it’s needed most. BEMER doesn’t charge your muscles an energy fee for improved local blood flow and you don’t have to sweat a drop. Relax for a quick eight-minute therapy session in the comfort of your own home with your thermostat at whatever temperature you like.

BEMER vs. Sports Massage & Foam Rollers

Sports massages are one of the best ways to relieve muscle tension, stiffness, inflammation, and improve local blood flow after a workout. In fact, combining sports massages with BEMER therapy, recovery can drastically improve your recovery routine. But comparatively, BEMER stands out from massages and foam rolling in a number of ways. In the sports recovery sense, BEMER, sports massages, and foam rollers have a lot in common. Increased local muscle circulation flushes out cellular by-products and may relieve muscle tightness and stiffness. However, sports massages and foam rolling require external pressure and work from the outside in, whereas BEMER therapy cuts out the middleman and works from the inside out. BEMER’s patented signal directly stimulates electrical activity in your muscle cells for enhanced muscle stimulation, rehabilitation, and athletic performance. With BEMER, you can take your recovery into your own hands anywhere you go, without the need for a masseuse or foam rolling techniques that leave you wincing in pain.

As a performance therapist to elite athletes, I recognize that a key component of performance is recovery. BEMER improves circulation and decreases perceived fatigue which directly translates to quality rest, accelerated recovery, and performance on the field.

By Tom Zheng, MS, CES, PAS,
Former NFL Functional Performance Therapist, Paid Spokesperson

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It was indeed life altering. Anytime I would use BEMER after a 10k, 21k, or full marathon, my recovery times were substantially shortened and my rest is more healing. My endurance and resiliency improved and I feel more energy overall. I was so impressed with these results that I started recommending BEMER to my patients whenever I concluded that their issues - often related to compromised circulation - could be helped with BEMER technology.

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Athletes Love BEMER

Tyson McGuffin

I’ve been using BEMER for the last 3 years, and whether it’s working out in the gym, running a 6-hour camp, or playing an 8-hour tournament, I’ve seen a huge difference in my overall recovery. I feel like the improved local blood [flow] allows me to be fresh the next day … plus I get better rest and I feel sharper in the morning.

Tyson McGuffin

World's Top Ranked Pickleball Player

4x National Champion Pickleball Player

Individual results may vary, and testimonials may not reflect the typical person’s experience and are not intended to represent that anyone will achieve the same results. These spokespeople may have been compensated for their testimony.

Lesley Paterson

As a professional triathlete, my body is subject to enormous stress because I swim, bike, and run for over 30 hours every week. Having quality recovery is the only way I can sustain this lifestyle and keep my immune system from crashing. My BEMER is a critical tool in my recovery protocol — it temporarily increases local blood flow to help repair muscle damage from training. I take it with me everywhere.

Lesley Paterson

5X World Champion Triathlete

Louie Vito

In snowboarding you take a lot of slams, and I couldn’t be happier with this partnership. I don’t go snowboarding without using my BEMER first, and I don’t go to the gym without using it first either. It’s been great for my muscles, my energy, and most importantly, my recovery.

Louie Vito

Olympic Snowboarder, X-Games and US Gran Prix Champion

Jordan Palmer

BEMER has allowed me to take recovery into my own hands and fit it seamlessly into my life.

Jordan Palmer

NFL Quarterback & Quarterback Coach

Rebecca Rusch

The sports that I specialize in are multi-day, ultra-endurance events. I train all the time and recovery is an important part of how I keep going. Circulation is key in recovery and the technology of BEMER is amazing in that aspect. I really love the simplicity of BEMER. It is an easy way to promote recovery anywhere at any time which has been incredibly useful when my expeditions require me to travel. Thank you BEMER for improving my circulation, recovery, and overall lifestyle.

Rebecca Rusch

World Champion Ultra Endurance Athlete

Jimmy Chin

BEMER has improved my recovery times, muscle conditioning, and endurance.

Jimmy Chin

Climber, Skier, Adventurer, Photographer, & Film Maker

Jay Devilliers

BEMER has the best products when it comes to taking care of your body. BEMER will improve your circulation, stimulate your muscles and maximize your energy!

Top Pickleball Athlete

Kolten Wong

Kolten Wong knows the repetitive physical demands that it takes to excel in Major League Baseball. As the second baseman for the Milwaukee Brewers and one of the best defensive gloves in his position, Kolten is no stranger to doing what it takes to stay at the pinnacle of his sport. Over the course of a 162-game season, this 2X Gold Glover leans on BEMER to give him an edge over his competition. “Playing in the MLB is a grind when you’re playing every day, so having the BEMER to allow me to increase my recovery times is crucial.” “This year I’m trying to use BEMER's special mode more to optimize the times I need rest and relaxation. Our only time for maximum recovery is our off days, and there aren't many. Having BEMER work while I rest means my body gets the blood flow it needs to give me my best results so I can hit it hard the next day!"

Professional Baseball Player, Milwaukee Brewers

Gabe Davis

NFL pre-season training can be both physically and mentally draining. Whether at practice, in the treatment room, or home, I hop on my BEMER to recharge. A quick 8-minute BEMER session reduces my muscle recovery time, giving me the energy and endurance to perform my best.

NFL Football Player, Wide Receiver, Buffalo Bills

Denise Korenek

Denise Mueller-Korenek is a record-breaking American cyclist. In 2018 she set the world record (set by any man or woman) for paced bicycle land speed and is considered “the fastest cyclist on earth.” That record-breaking time was a mind-blowing average of 183.932 mph (296.009 km/h), which she achieved using a custom-built carbon KHS bicycle behind a uniquely designed drag race car to minimize air resistance. She accomplished this incredible feat at the age of 45 while using BEMER as part of her training regimen. “In September 2018, I set the world record for the fastest human on a bicycle at 183.9 mph, using the BEMER as an integral part of my daily preparation. I use my BEMER on specific programs during the day to help give me maximum performance, muscle stimulation, and rest. The benefits of the BEMER help me go above and beyond in my training.”

TV host, fitness guru, podcaster, author, mother of four, philanthropist

Ben Garland

As a professional football player, Ben Garland knows the importance of optimal recovery from training to game day. Garland is currently an offensive guard for the San Francisco 49ers of the National Football League (NFL). He began his professional football career with the Denver Broncos in 2010, and eventually moved to the Atlanta Falcons from 2015-2018. Garland is also known for his valor on and off the field. He was second lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force from 2010-2012, and continues to serve our country as a Public Affairs Officer with the Colorado Air National As a professional football player, Ben Garland knows the importance of optimal recovery from training to game day. Garland is currently an offensive guard for the San Francisco 49ers of the National Football League (NFL). He began his professional football career with the Denver Broncos in 2010, and eventually moved to the Atlanta Falcons from 2015-2018. Garland is also known for his valor on and off the field. He was second lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force from 2010-2012, and continues to serve our country as a Public Affairs Officer with the Colorado Air National Guard during his offseason from the NFL. For nearly a year Garland has implemented BEMER into his daily routine to keep him in peak condition during the intense NFL season, and we’re proud to have him on our ambassador team. “Whether I’m practicing on the field or training in the gym, my job is physically demanding every single day and using BEMER helps me be game-ready each week.”

Professional football player

Amy Van Dyken

Amy Van Dyken Rouen is a 6-time Olympic gold medalist in swimming. She was born and raised in Colorado and still spends a lot of time there, but resides full-time in Arizona. In addition to winning four gold medals at the 1996 Summer Olympics and two more at the 2000 Summer Olympics, she was named Swimming World’s Swimmer of the Year in 1995 and 1996. She is also in the International Swimming Hall of Fame and the United States Olympic Hall of Fame. Since retiring from swimming, she has cohosted a sports radio show and been an NFL sideline reporter. She is married to former NFL Super Bowl champion Tom Rouen. In 2014 she was injured in an ATV accident. She currently travels the country giving motivational speeches. “Since using BEMER, I have been recovering from my CrossFit workouts much faster. I feel refreshed when I wake up, and healthier overall.”

6-time Olympic gold medalist in swimming

Mark Abma

BEMER has an incredible ability to stimulate my body prior to skiing, biking, and working out. It also has a remarkable ability to help my body recover. This means that I can ski, bike and train harder and more frequently. As my life becomes busier in all aspects, I need my body and mind to be able to perform at their peak potential as often as possible. BEMER’s portability means that I can now travel and have the ability to recover after a long day of skiing and be ready to perform at my peak potential the next day.

Professional free-skier with a passion for the outdoors

Brittany Bowe

Brittany Bowe is a legendary world champion speed skater, and we’re excited to welcome her to our team of ambassadors! A native Floridian, Brittany was a natural at many different sports when she was young. She grew up playing basketball and soccer, then became an inline skater at the age of 8. Fast forward to 2013, and you’ll find Brittany setting a world record for the 1000m race at the ISU Speed Skating World Cup. Just one year later she qualified for the 2014 Sochi Olympic Winter Games and took 6th in the Women’s Team Pursuit event. More recently, at the end of January 2021, Brittany won both the 1000m and 1500m at the ISU World Cup, a feat that hasn’t been achieved in four years! To fuel her endurance and keep her on the podium, Brittany works incredibly hard off the ice and harnesses the power of BEMER therapy to recover. “As an elite athlete, I am always pushing my body to the limit. We sometimes forget that when we train hard, we must recover hard as well. BEMER plays a critical role in my recovery process and helps aid quick turnaround time between training and competitions. By improving blood flow and circulation with BEMER, I am able to recover faster and train harder.”

5x speed skating World Champion, Olympian, world record holder

Fred Funk

For nearly three decades Fred Funk has competed as an American professional golfer. Now he’s using BEMER to extend his already successful golf career. Fred played on the PGA Tour for almost 20 years before joining the PGA Tour Champions in 2006. He boasts 29 wins during his professional career, including 8 on the PGA Tour and 9 on the PGA Tour Champions. He was introduced to BEMER by a friend and has been using the device ever since. “I take BEMER on the road with me when I travel to golf tournaments; it has really helped with overuse of my body and I have more energy the next day. It definitely helps me move through life a little bit better.”

Professional golfer with 8 wins on the PGA Tour and 9 wins on the PGA Tour Champions

Team BEMER

In 2018 Team BEMER set both the land speed and time record for Race Across America (RAAM) in the 8-Person Category Race Across America (RAAM) is a cross-country cycling race from Oceanside, California to Annapolis, Maryland. The 8-person team races non-stop, day and night, until they reach the finish line. In 2018, Team BEMER broke the previous record of 24.19 mph set by Team Allied Forces in 2013 when they finished in 5 days, 3 hours and 45 minutes on a 2,962-mile course. Team BEMER finished with an overall average speed of 24.91 mph to break the average speed record AND, despite 119 extra miles of the new 3,081-mile course, they also broke the time record with a finish of 5 days, 3 hours and 43 minutes. BEMER was instrumental as they rode across the U.S. “In daily riding, recovery is [important], but in Race Across America, recovery is everything. Riding with BEMER helped us cycle better. You felt it the next day — you’d get on your bike and you had power in your legs, energy and mental awareness. There’s a big difference when you’re running on BEMER.” – Chris Demarchi – RAAM Team BEMER Captain

Professional Cyclist Team

Peak Performance & Recovery in 16 Minutes a Day

Couple relaxing on couch while using BEMER

Better Rest = Better Recovery

Quality rest is known to help with mood, focus, recovery, and performance. So, when your rest improves, so does your athletic ability. By improving oxygen delivery in your muscle tissues, BEMER helps maximize your recovery gains so you can perform better than ever.

Tyson McGuffin using BEMER while at a pickleball court

Why Do Hundreds of Professional Athletes Use BEMER?

At the highest level of competition, every advantage you have — no matter how small — can mean the difference between success and failure. When pro athletes rest better, grow stronger, gain endurance, and recover faster, they come closer to realizing their full potential. That’s why people like top pickleball athlete Tyson McGuffin, pro snowboarder and Olympian Louie Vito, Olympic gold-winning swimmer Amy Van Dyken, professional triathlete Leslie Paterson, and several NFL players and alumni trust BEMER to take their game to the next level.

The Traveling Athlete's Best Friend

BEMER is designed with convenience and portability in mind so you can take it on the road wherever your training and competitions take you. As long as there’s a spot to sit down, you can recover on the go — no matter where you are.

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