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Recov Now Available at City Fitness Sarasota: Plant-Powered Thermotherapy for Performance & Recovery

on Jun 20 2026

Recov is now available at City Fitness Sarasota. Discover why Olympia contenders, UFC fighters, NFL players, and serious athletes trust Recov's plant-powered thermotherapy before the first rep and after the last set.

Why Olympia Bodybuilders Use Recov Before Training | Terrence Ruffin, Wesley Vissers & Mike Sommerfeld

on Jun 20 2026

What do Terrence Ruffin, Wesley Vissers, and Mike Sommerfeld all have in common before they train? Watch how three Olympia contenders incorporate Recov into their pre-workout preparation and why elite athletes focus on preparation before the first rep.

Mike Sommerfeld Coaches IFBB Pros Through Elite Bodybuilding Posing Practice

on Jun 17 2026

Watch Mike Sommerfeld coach IFBB Pro bodybuilders Oliver Prochazka, David Hrončok, Kuba Kolinek, and Tomas Sentinek through an elite bodybuilding posing session. Learn why mastering the details of posing can elevate physique presentation on stage.

Mike Sommerfeld's Preacher Curl Tip: The Small Adjustment That Creates Better Bicep Contractions

on Jun 16 2026

Mike Sommerfeld shows IFBB Pro Kuba Kolinek a simple preacher curl adjustment that improves bicep contractions and highlights the importance of precision, activation, and training intent.

Kuba Kolinek & Mike Sommerfeld's Pre-Workout Pump Routine: Why Preparation Matters Before Every Workout

on Jun 12 2026

IFBB Pros Kuba Kolinek and Mike Sommerfeld know that performance starts before the first rep. Discover why preparation, targeted heat, and blood flow have become part of their pre-workout routine.

Why Your Target Muscle Isn't Firing During the First Set (And What Elite Athletes Do Differently)

on Jun 10 2026

You know that first set that just doesn't feel right. No pump. No activation. No connection. Learn why elite athletes prioritize muscle activation before training and how preparation can help you feel more ready from the very first rep.

Mike Sommerfeld's Pre-Workout Routine: Why Elite Athletes Show Up Ready Before Leg Day

on Jun 09 2026

Elite bodybuilding performance starts long before the first rep. Discover why IFBB Pro Mike Sommerfeld includes Recov in his pre-workout routine and how preparation, muscle activation, and readiness can help athletes get more out of every training session.

IFBB Pro Mike Sommerfeld demonstrating elite training intensity

Why Elite Performance Starts Long Before the First Rep | Mike Sommerfeld's Approach to Preparation

on Jun 08 2026

Elite performance isn't built when the weight gets heavy. It's built in the preparation beforehand. Learn why IFBB Pro Mike Sommerfeld prioritizes preparation, muscle activation, and recovery before and after training.

Mike Sommerfeld and Neil Hill's Pre-Workout Routine for Shoulder Day | Recov

on Jun 07 2026

Mike Sommerfeld and legendary physique coach Neil Hill don't leave preparation to chance. See why elite athletes use Recov before shoulder workouts, and how preparation and recovery have become essential parts of high-level training routines.

The Science Behind the Pump: How Blood Flow Fuels Muscle Growth

on Sep 21 2025

Ever wonder why your muscles feel fuller and harder after a workout? That “pump” is more than just a look — it’s science. Discover how blood flow and vasodilation fuel muscle growth, recovery, and endurance, and how Recov helps you maximize it.

IFBB Pro Mike Sommerfeld Joins the Recov Family — Fueling His Olympia Prep with Plant-Powered Performance

on Sep 16 2025

IFBB Pro Mike Sommerfeld, 2025 Arnold Classic Champion and 2024 Mr. Olympia runner-up, has officially joined the Recov Family as a sponsored athlete. Discover how he uses our plant-powered performance cream to fuel his Olympia 2025 prep.

The Science Behind Recov: How Natural Ingredients Boost Performance

on Mar 04 2025

Blood flow is the foundation of performance and recovery. Discover the science behind Recov's plant-powered thermotherapy formula and learn how ingredients like ginger, capsaicin, arnica, menthol, turmeric, and more work together to support circulation, muscular endurance, recovery, pain relief, and overall athletic performance.