Myth Busted: Which Recovery Protocols Actually Work?

Feeling Aches and Pains From Pickleball? You’re Not Alone!

We asked thousands of players what hurts the most—and these three areas rose to the top.

The good news? There are simple, proven ways to fix them.

1. Knee Pain (35%)

   Quick pivots and constant stop-start footwork make your knees work overtime. It’s no surprise knee pain tops the list for pickleball players. Learn how to strengthen and protect your knees with this Knee Pain Guide.

2. Hip Pain (22%)

   Your hips are the engine behind powerful shots and agile movement. But tightness or weakness here can seriously limit your range and comfort. Open things up with this hip mobility routine designed for pickleball players.

3. Elbow Pain (13%)

   All those dinks and volleys add up. “Pickleball elbow” is a common overuse injury that can derail your game. Get back on track with our Complete Guide to Fixing Pickleball Elbow, built to relieve pain and prevent flare-ups.

Recovery Protocols That Actually Work…

Most of us experience soreness after pickleball. That’s ok - so long as intentional recovery is part of your pickleball routine!

Here’s a quick summary of what to use and when:

• Right after play: Use ice packs for soreness, or compression boots to reduce swelling. If you have access to a cold plunge, that’s a great way to enhance recovery 🥶

• Before and after matches: Foam roll tight areas like quads, hips, & glutes to improve mobility and prevent stiffness

• During travel or off-days: Use NMES (electrical stimulation) to boost circulation without movement

• 2–3x per week: Sauna sessions can promote full-body recovery and support better sleep

• Bonus tip: Pair massage guns with foam rolling for deeper muscle relief without overstimulation

Want to dig deeper? Our latest blog post breaks down all the science-backed recovery tools that actually work—so you can train harder & bounce back faster.

New AIM7 App Feature!

We’ve teamed up with DUPR to bring you even more powerful insights. Simply connect your DUPR account in the AIM7 app and you’ll see comprehensive match summaries that include:

• 🎯 Your DUPR rating

• ❤️ Heart rate data

• 🔥 Calories burned

• 📊 And more performance metrics—all in one place

Maybe we can’t all boast a 6.59 DUPR rating like Zane Navratil, but you should be proud to share your progress!

With the AIM7 App, you can easily view, track, and share your progress with friends, coaches, or teammates.

Whether you’re chasing your first 5.0 rating or fine-tuning your training, AIM7 helps you measure what matters!