FIT Sports Balm Muscle Rub - 100ml
FIT is an effective topical muscle rub designed to provide relief from muscle pain after workouts and sports.
Used by athletes and therapists for muscle injuries and to encourage fast recovery.
Non oil-based formula means it absorbs quickly into the skin and penetrates deeply without leaving any residue.
"An excellent balm. Easy to rub in. Warming. A great product".
Matthew P Croydon, GB
Product Description
Effective Rub for Muscle Aches, Joint Stiffness and Sports & Workout Soreness
Whether you're a professional athlete, a fitness enthusiast, or someone who occasionally engages in physical activities, muscle soreness and discomfort are often inevitable.
To keep you moving forward and performing at your best, FIT Sports Muscle Rubs are your perfect companion. This 100ml tube of specially formulated rub is designed to provide quick and effective relief from muscle aches, joint stiffness and general post sports and workout soreness.
It’s not just about soothing pain - it’s about enhancing your performance and recovery so you can stay active, healthy and at the top of your game.
Sold for over 15 years, this tried and tested product is used by atthletes and therapists alike, in Europe and the UK.
Muscle Rub for Active Lifestyles
The demands of an active lifestyle require a product that can keep up with your needs. The FIT Sports Balm Muscle Rub is specifically designed to meet the challenges of physical exertion, whether you're hitting the gym, running a marathon, or playing your favourite sport.
Its fast-acting formula penetrates deep into the muscles and joints to relieve pain and stiffness, allowing you to recover quickly and continue with your activities.
This balm is not just for athletes; it’s for anyone who values mobility and comfort. Whether you’re an office worker with a stiff neck or a weekend warrior with sore legs, Fit Sports Balm Muscle Rubs provides the targeted relief you need to stay active.
Fast-Acting Pain Relief
One of the standout features of FIT Sports is its rapid absorption and fast-acting relief. Upon application, you’ll experience a warming sensation that quickly soothes discomfort and promotes circulation in the affected area.
The warming effect helps to relax tight muscles, reduce stiffness and alleviate pain, making it easier for you to get back to your routine or push through your next workout.
The muscle rub's effectiveness stems from its unique blend of natural ingredients, which work together to target pain at its source. This ensures that relief is not just superficial but reaches deep into the tissues - providing long-lasting comfort and support.
Key Ingredients
FIT Sports is formulated with a powerful combination of natural ingredients known for their therapeutic properties. Each ingredient plays a crucial role in providing the relief you need:
Menthol: Known for its cooling and analgesic properties, menthol helps to reduce pain and inflammation. It also provides a refreshing sensation that helps distract from discomfort, making it an essential component of the balm.
Camphor: This ingredient is well-known for its ability to increase blood flow and stimulate nerve endings. Camphor provides a warm, tingling sensation that helps to relieve pain and muscle discomfort. It’s particularly effective for treating stiff joints and sore muscles.
Eucalyptus Oil: Eucalyptus oil has been used for centuries for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. It helps to reduce swelling and pain while promoting healing in the affected areas.
Wintergreen Oil: This natural oil contains methyl salicylate, which is a potent anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving compound. Wintergreen oil helps to soothe sore muscles and joints, providing quick and effective relief from discomfort.
Peppermint Oil: Peppermint oil adds an additional cooling effect and enhances the overall pain-relieving properties of the balm. It also helps to relax muscles and improve circulation, contributing to faster recovery.
Easy to Apply
FIT Sports is designed for ease of use, making it simple to incorporate into your daily routine. The balm comes in a convenient 100ml tube, making it portable and easy to carry with you wherever you go.
Whether you need quick relief after a workout, during a game, or while at work, this balm is always within reach.
Applying the balm is straightforward. Simply squeeze a small amount of the balm onto your fingers and massage it into the affected area.
The balm absorbs quickly into the skin, without leaving a greasy residue, so you can get back to your activities without delay.
Supports Recovery and Performance
For athletes and active individuals, recovery is just as important as the activity itself. FIT Sports not only helps to alleviate pain but also supports faster recovery, allowing you to maintain peak performance.
By reducing muscle soreness and joint stiffness, the balm helps you recover more quickly between workouts or competitions, enabling you to train harder and achieve your goals.
The muscle rub's formulation also helps to improve flexibility and mobility, which are crucial for optimal performance. Regular use of the balm can help prevent injuries by keeping your muscles and joints supple and prepared for the demands of physical activity.
Suitable for All Ages and Skin Types
One of the great advantages of FIT Sports is its suitability for all ages and skin types. Whether you’re a young athlete or an older adult managing chronic pain, this balm provides effective relief without irritation.
The natural ingredients are gentle on the skin, making it a safe option for individuals with sensitive skin.
Additionally, the rub is non-staining and free from harsh chemicals, so you can use it with confidence knowing that it won’t harm your skin or clothing.
For Healthcare Professionals
FIT Sports is not only beneficial for personal use but also an excellent tool for healthcare professionals. Physiotherapists, chiropractors, massage therapists and sports coaches can incorporate this balm into their treatment plans to help clients manage pain, recover from injuries and improve their overall well-being.
The balm’s effectiveness in treating a wide range of conditions - from acute injuries to chronic pain - makes it a valuable addition to any treatment toolkit.
Its fast-acting relief helps to enhance the therapeutic effects of manual therapy, exercise and other interventions.
Environmentally Conscious and Cruelty-Free
In an age where sustainability and ethical choices are increasingly important, FIT Sports stands out as an environmentally conscious product. The sports rub is formulated with natural ingredients that are responsibly sourced, and it is free from animal testing.
This makes it a great choice for consumers who are mindful of their impact on the planet and prefer products that align with their values.
The packaging is also designed with sustainability in mind. The 100ml tube is compact and made from recyclable materials, reducing waste and making it easy to dispose of responsibly after use.
A Must-Have for Your Gym Bag or First Aid Kit
FIT Sports is a versatile and essential addition to your gym bag, sports kit or first aid cabinet. Its ability to provide quick, effective relief from a variety of aches and pains makes it a go-to solution for anyone leading an active lifestyle.
Whether you’re preparing for a big game, recovering from a strenuous workout, or simply looking to ease everyday discomfort, this balm is your ally in maintaining a healthy and active life.
The FIT Sports 100ml tube is more than just a pain reliever; it’s a comprehensive solution designed to support your active lifestyle.
With its powerful blend of natural ingredients, easy application, and fast-acting relief, this balm is an invaluable tool for athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone seeking to improve their physical well-being.
Investing in FIT Sports means you’re not just treating pain - you’re enhancing your performance, speeding up recovery and ensuring that you can keep doing the activities you love.
Whether you’re a professional athlete or someone who enjoys staying active, FIT Sports is the product you need to stay on top of your game. Keep it in your gym bag, your kit, or your first aid cabinet, and experience the difference it can make in your daily routine.
Contraindications
- Do not apply on broken skin.
- Do not apply in combination with other medications such as corticosteroids.
- Consult a doctor before using the product on children under 12 years of age.
Storage and shelf-life
Pack Size: 100ml
At room temperature (15-20 °C). Close the cap properly. Unopened packs, min. shelf-life of 18 months. After opening, FIT Sports balm can be kept for 1 year.
Optional purchase: Massage Roller Applicator for FIT Sports Balm Gel Tube
Optional Applicator
The applicator allows you to effortlessly apply muscle balm for a targeted massage, while keeping your hands clean.
The applicator fits the FIT Sports Balm 100ml tubes (and tubes with similar threads, diameter 1.2cm) and is completely reusable, great for the environment!
How does FIT Muscle Rub work?
FIT Sport is composed in such a way that it is rapidly absorbed in the affected area and stimulates blood flow. One of the ingredients has the property to break down waste materials (cytokines) as soon as it has reached the traumatized area.
These waste materials have a strong attraction to the nerve roots in the affected area and causes various degrees of pain. These two properties of increased blood flow and degradation of waste cause a feeling of relief and a decrease of pain soon after the sports balm has been applied to the affected area.
What are the benefits of the rub?
FIT Sports is a medical device specially designed to prevent, treat and accelerate the recovery of muscle and joint injuries.
Developed according to scientific insights with and for elite athletes, FIT Sports is now also available for anyone who wants to be and stay active.
Highlights of FIT Sports Rub:
- Promotes recovery from muscle and joint pain.
- Effective for sore muscles, injuries and bruises.
- Protects muscles and helps prevent complaints.
- Is not greasy or sticky on the skin.
- The perfect basis for Medical Tape Constructions (MTC).
- FIT Sports is a registered medical device.
When should you use FIT Sports?
FIT is only suitable for external use and can be used in case of:
- Sports injuries
- Prevention of injuries
- Fast recovery after exercise
- Arthritis
- Chronic pain
- Pain in lower back, hip and neck
- Joint pain, shoulder pain
- Muscle pain
- Bursitis
- Tendinitis
- Over strained muscles and sprains
- Ischial pain (leg)
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Fibromyalgia pains
Supporting Research
- Cochrane review: topical rubefacients
- RCT: methyl salicylate + menthol patch
- Menthol analgesia review
- UK prescribing summary on rubefacients
Muscle Rubs & Muscle Pain FAQs
Aching legs after a workout? Tight shoulders after a long day? Or wondering whether muscle rubs actually work? We've answered some of the most common questions about muscle pain, recovery and getting those muscles moving again.
What is the best muscle pain rub?
The best muscle pain rub depends on what's causing your discomfort and whether you prefer a cooling or warming sensation. There isn't one product that works best for everyone.
Cooling muscle rubs containing ingredients such as menthol can provide temporary relief from everyday muscular aches. Warming balms are often preferred for tight or stiff muscles, particularly before gentle movement or massage.
For inflammation associated with certain muscle injuries, a topical anti-inflammatory medicine such as ibuprofen gel may be more appropriate, provided it's suitable for you.
One option is FIT Sports Balm Muscle Rub , which combines ingredients including menthol, camphor and botanical oils in a fast-absorbing formulation designed for muscular discomfort.
What does a muscle rub do?
A muscle rub is a topical product applied directly to the skin to help manage muscular aches, stiffness or discomfort.
Many muscle rubs use ingredients such as menthol, camphor or capsaicin to produce cooling, warming or tingling sensations. These sensations affect how pain signals are perceived, potentially making the affected area feel more comfortable.
Gently massaging the rub into the skin may also help you feel more relaxed and less stiff. However, a muscle rub doesn't automatically repair damaged muscle fibres or make an injury heal faster.
Think of muscle rub as a useful addition to your recovery routine, rather than a replacement for rest, appropriate exercise and rehabilitation.
Which is the strongest muscle rub?
The strongest-feeling muscle rub isn't necessarily the most effective. A powerful cooling or warming sensation doesn't always translate into better pain relief.
Some high-strength topical products contain greater concentrations of ingredients such as menthol or capsaicin. Others contain anti-inflammatory medicines, including ibuprofen or diclofenac, which work differently from traditional sports balms.
If you're looking for a muscle rub, compare its ingredients, intended use and safety instructions rather than simply choosing the product promising the strongest sensation.
And remember, more isn't necessarily better. Applying excessive quantities can irritate or damage the skin.
What can I rub on my body for sore muscles?
For ordinary post-exercise muscle soreness, several topical options may help make your muscles feel more comfortable.
Menthol-based cooling gels, warming muscle balms and massage lotions are popular choices. A plain, unmedicated massage oil or lotion can also be used for gentle massage without the additional cooling or warming ingredients.
Choose a product designed for skin application and follow its instructions. Avoid applying muscle rub to broken or irritated skin, and don't combine it with heating pads or tight dressings unless the product specifically permits it.
You can explore Algeos' range of muscle rubs, balms and lotions for different massage and recovery needs.
What helps sore muscles immediately?
If your muscles are aching after exercise, gentle movement, light massage and a warm shower may help reduce the feeling of stiffness fairly quickly.
A cooling muscle gel or suitable topical pain-relief product may also offer temporary comfort. However, nothing can instantly reverse delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS).
If the pain followed a recent sprain or strain and there's swelling, cold therapy and relative rest are usually more appropriate initially than heat or vigorous massage.
Most normal exercise-related soreness settles over the following few days. Don't rush back into an intense workout simply because a muscle rub has made the discomfort less noticeable.
What is my body lacking if my muscles are sore?
Sore muscles don't automatically mean you're lacking a vitamin or mineral. In fact, the most common explanation after an unfamiliar workout is simply that your muscles have been working harder than they're used to.
Dehydration and electrolyte imbalances can contribute to muscle cramps. Some nutritional deficiencies, including low vitamin D, may also be associated with muscle symptoms. But these aren't the usual explanation for normal post-workout soreness.
Insufficient sleep, inadequate recovery, certain medicines and underlying medical conditions can also contribute to muscle discomfort.
If your muscles ache regularly without an obvious reason, or you experience persistent weakness or cramps, speak to your GP rather than guessing which supplements you might need.
What not to do with sore muscles?
The biggest mistake is treating every muscle ache as something you should simply push through.
Avoid repeating a very intense workout on muscles that are still significantly sore. Don't force painful stretches, use aggressive massage or ignore sharp pain, major swelling or a sudden loss of strength.
You should also avoid applying excessive muscle rub, using it on damaged skin or adding external heat over products that produce a warming sensation.
Gentle activity is often fine for ordinary muscle soreness, but an actual injury needs a different approach. Give your body enough time to recover rather than trying to out-train the discomfort.
Do sore muscles mean they're getting stronger?
Not necessarily. Muscle soreness can happen when your body experiences a new or unusually demanding activity, particularly exercises involving controlled muscle lengthening.
This is known as delayed onset muscle soreness, or DOMS. It commonly develops after exercise and can last several days.
Although soreness can accompany the training process, it isn't a reliable measure of muscle growth or strength. You can make excellent progress without waking up feeling like you've been hit by a bus.
Consistent training, progressive overload, sufficient nutrition and proper recovery matter much more than how sore you feel the next day.
What to drink for muscle pain?
Water is usually the best starting point, particularly if you've been exercising or sweating. Staying hydrated supports normal muscle function and recovery.
If you've been exercising for a prolonged period, especially in hot conditions, a drink containing electrolytes may help replace some of the salts lost through sweat.
Milk or a protein-containing drink can also contribute to your overall post-exercise nutrition, although neither is an instant treatment for aching muscles.
There's no magic drink that makes muscle soreness disappear overnight. A balanced diet, adequate fluids, sleep and sensible training are generally more useful than expensive recovery drinks promising miracles.
Written by Marc Cameron - Product Director and Product Category Contributor
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