The ifrothgolf review
A budget set of firm massage balls, usually a lacrosse-style ball, a spiky ball and a peanut, used for self-massage and trigger point release on golf's problem areas.
What's great
Physios and golf fitness coaches have recommended lacrosse ball work for years because it does most of what expensive percussion guns do, just powered by bodyweight. The peanut shape is the sleeper hit for golfers: it cradles the spine while you mobilise the thoracic area, which directly feeds into a bigger, freer shoulder turn. The spiky ball under the forearm after a big range session addresses golfer's elbow territory before it becomes a problem. The whole set fits in a golf bag pocket, needs no charging, and costs less than a sleeve of Pro V1s. It's also far more precise than a foam roller for small, specific knots.
Worth knowing
It's generic kit, so ignore brand premiums; firm rubber is firm rubber. There are no instructions, and bad technique (like rolling directly on the spine or grinding too hard too soon) can leave you sorer than you started, so watch a tutorial first. Deep pressure is uncomfortable by design and some people simply won't stick with it. If you want passive, effortless recovery, this isn't it; a massage gun does that side better.
The verdict
Ten quid, lasts forever, fixes the exact areas golf wrecks. The most sensible unsexy purchase on this site.
