Top 5 Prehab & Strength Tools Every Athlete Should Use in 2025

Athletes today understand that performance isn’t just about pushing harder — it’s about preparing smarter. Prehab and strength tools have become essential in building resilience, preventing injuries, and unlocking new levels of performance. Whether you’re a weekend warrior, a physio, or an elite athlete, having the right equipment at your disposal can make the difference between a body that breaks down and a body that thrives.

Here are the Top 5 Prehab & Strength Tools for 2025 that every athlete should be using.

1. Slant Board

The slant board has cemented its place as one of the most versatile pieces of prehab gear. By elevating your heels or toes, you can target ankle mobility, calf strength, and bulletproof knees. From Jefferson Curls to Poliquin Step-Ups, it’s a staple for anyone serious about improving lower-body strength and reducing knee pain.

👉 Ideal for: knee pain reduction, ankle mobility, calf strengthening.

2. Tib Bar

Your shins and ankles take a beating in sport, but traditional training often ignores them. The Tib Bar targets the tibialis anterior — the muscle critical for explosive sprints, cutting, and deceleration. Strong tibs mean reduced shin splints, fewer ankle sprains, and stronger knees.

👉 Ideal for: shin splint prevention, stronger ankles, running and jumping athletes.

3. Wrist Bar

Grip and wrist strength underpin almost every sport and lift, but wrists are prone to injury if neglected. The Wrist Bar isolates forearm flexors and extensors, building bulletproof wrists and stronger grip endurance. It’s particularly valuable for lifters, CrossFitters, and combat athletes.

👉 Ideal for: grip strength, wrist rehab, sports like CrossFit, climbing, combat sports.

4. Nordic Mini Bench

Nordic hamstring curls are one of the most proven exercises for reducing hamstring strains. The Nordic Mini Bench makes them accessible for athletes at home or in the gym. With added comfort, secure foot placement, and compact design, it’s become a must-have for hamstring strength and sprint performance.

👉 Ideal for: hamstring injury prevention, sprint speed, lower-body strength.

5. Reverse Squat Strap

Often overlooked, the hip flexors are critical for running mechanics and core stability. The Reverse Squat Strap allows you to target these muscles safely, balancing hip strength with posterior chain work. Stronger hip flexors improve sprinting, kicking, and overall athletic performance.

👉 Ideal for: hip flexor strength, core balance, athletes in running, kicking, and jumping sports.

Prehab isn’t a trend — it’s the foundation for long-term performance. By incorporating these five tools into your training in 2025, you’ll build a stronger, more resilient body and spend less time sidelined with injuries.

At TAT Equipment, we design gear with athletes, physios, and coaches in mind. Every product is built to support your journey towards stronger, pain-free living.