Compression
Banks21Steven
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I was just wondering what everyone thinks about running with compression and what the benefits are. I currently use them on every run and feel weird without them.
What do you think?
What do you think?
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I always run with compression shorts. Holds things in place
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Have you see any performance differences with and without? Compression has its place in training, but I haven't really seen anything that shows much benefit in everyday use.0
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I've been having some minor pain in my calf/side shin area, so I started wearing a compression calf sleeve during my runs and I really notice a difference! I don't necessarily notice a difference in my performance; just that the pain is not there while running when I wear it.0
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I wear compression leggings when I run (not often, these days). I like them, they make me feel like I jiggle less. I don't know if my performance has changed much, though.0
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Oh this is interesting as I get that pain too in shin. I think if you have loose skin it avoids rub, clapping body parts, chafing, and pull on body. I cant tell when I use the pants when I have a plyo or run it not as painful, embarrassing, feels like less effort.0
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I have never tried it so I can't really say what I think about it
I have read some arguements that they are supposed to increase blood flow to compressed area, may minimize swelling and help speed up muscle recovery. I have also read conflicting arguements too. There is supposed to be some sort of "strength" of compression rating on the item that ensures it is really compression, I think there are alot of products out there that are "look alikes" that don't really give the real compression factor. Sorry I dont have links or more specific information, just a few things I remember reading.0 -
I don't have time to go digging for the studies but it has been shown that using compression during training sessions provides no more benefit than placebo effect. I can go find them later if anyone wants to see them though.
However I am a big believer in compression as a recovery tool. Similar studies do show that compression gear aids in clearing the swelling from "abused" muscles which speeds healing. I have used compression socks before as post-long-race recovery. I also have a set of pneumatic compression boots that fit up the entire leg and go through cycles of pressurizing from below and up to the top of the leg. These things are fabulous for getting the legs ready to go again for another round of training.0 -
AllanMisner wrote: »Have you see any performance differences with and without? Compression has its place in training, but I haven't really seen anything that shows much benefit in everyday use.
I noticed when I use them my legs don't seem to be as sore After a run, as they do without them. "If that makes any since"
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4legsRbetterthan2 wrote: »I have never tried it so I can't really say what I think about it
I have read some arguements that they are supposed to increase blood flow to compressed area, may minimize swelling and help speed up muscle recovery. I have also read conflicting arguements too. There is supposed to be some sort of "strength" of compression rating on the item that ensures it is really compression, I think there are alot of products out there that are "look alikes" that don't really give the real compression factor. Sorry I dont have links or more specific information, just a few things I remember reading.
Made that mistake already. The cheap knockoff lasted 1 run. Now I only use UA. The compression is great.
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Banks21Steven wrote: »AllanMisner wrote: »Have you see any performance differences with and without? Compression has its place in training, but I haven't really seen anything that shows much benefit in everyday use.
I noticed when I use them my legs don't seem to be as sore After a run, as they do without them. "If that makes any since"
I guess, I just don't see any physiological reason why that would be.
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AllanMisner wrote: »Banks21Steven wrote: »AllanMisner wrote: »Have you see any performance differences with and without? Compression has its place in training, but I haven't really seen anything that shows much benefit in everyday use.
I noticed when I use them my legs don't seem to be as sore After a run, as they do without them. "If that makes any since"
I guess, I just don't see any physiological reason why that would be.
Maybe for the same reason that my boobs don't feel as sore after a run when I wear a sports bra as they would if I ran bra-less?
Resurrecting this thread after a search. Hubby swears I need some compression shorts or tights to wear while running and lifting. Of course, I started researching and found the same study mentioned above, saying it's placebo effect.
But maybe the recovery thing has some merit? I hate wasting money on special gear that I really don't need.0 -
For recovery, and I am talking after a long hard race (Half Ironman, Full Marathon or Full Ironman) I find that sitting around in compression socks helps keep the leg swelling in check. If I sit around at work all day with my legs below me, without compression my feet and legs swell up like crazy. The socks help...
But for the real deal - I have a set of these that I use most evenings while watching TV:
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I would agree with recovery benefits...the theory behind compression is that it hastens venous return to the heart (and is used for bedridden and other high risk for embolism patients). The gastocnemius in ambulatory people effectively "milks" blood up the veins against gravity when it contracts. The veins have valves in them that open to allow flow and close behind the flow. The muscle pump of an actively moving muscle milks the blood from valve to valve. I wear 15-20 mm Hg knee high socks while at work, where I mostly walk and stand, using each gastrocnemus tons. They reduce swelling and leg fatigue in my opinion. Work at the bedside is not the same as training. ROM is not the same, heart isn't working very hard...I don't wear compression when I train, but I'm just training for fun and health, not competing.0
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I use compression leggings when I do anything high impact (jogging or HIIT). Once I discovered how they made me feel when using them, I go to them every time. I have a pair of high compression from Nike that make my legs feel like I could go forever in them. Not sure why, but it does remind me of the old LEGG's pantyhose commercial...."Nothing beats a great pair of Legg's)! I can say, I know the feeling!!!0
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PeachyPlum wrote: »AllanMisner wrote: »Banks21Steven wrote: »AllanMisner wrote: »Have you see any performance differences with and without? Compression has its place in training, but I haven't really seen anything that shows much benefit in everyday use.
I noticed when I use them my legs don't seem to be as sore After a run, as they do without them. "If that makes any since"
I guess, I just don't see any physiological reason why that would be.
Maybe for the same reason that my boobs don't feel as sore after a run when I wear a sports bra as they would if I ran bra-less?
Resurrecting this thread after a search. Hubby swears I need some compression shorts or tights to wear while running and lifting. Of course, I started researching and found the same study mentioned above, saying it's placebo effect.
But maybe the recovery thing has some merit? I hate wasting money on special gear that I really don't need.
The sports bra is about the trauma of the jarring movements on the breasts. General compression of a working body part is what I haven’t seen data on and cannot wrap my mind around any benefit. Compression (and cold) after a long run does make sense as it should help remove waste from hard worked muscles.
I’ll admit, this is just opinion. There might be some research I just haven’t seen.0 -
First of all, there is a BIG difference between what Nike, Under Armor, etc mass markets as "compression" and true compression gear. I'm pretty sure I burn more calories putting on my compression socks than I do actually running in them.
IMO, it does *seem* to provide a slight benefit in delaying fatigue when working to/at your extremes. It also helps with recovery, at least in terms of comfort.0 -
During marathon or ultra marathon training I find that the use of compression helps my recovery. I don't have any actual data to back this up but just how I feel. I have done both with and with out compression. I don't use compression on shorter runs but for anything longer then 10 miles I will use them. Often during the run and after. I have several pairs of varying levels of compression.0
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I wear compression shorts for one reason only and that is to prevent chaffing.0
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First of all, there is a BIG difference between what Nike, Under Armor, etc mass markets as "compression" and true compression gear. I'm pretty sure I burn more calories putting on my compression socks than I do actually running in them.
This. If you aren't gasping for breath and feel like you already had your workout just putting them on, they aren't really "compression"
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First of all, there is a BIG difference between what Nike, Under Armor, etc mass markets as "compression" and true compression gear. I'm pretty sure I burn more calories putting on my compression socks than I do actually running in them.
This. If you aren't gasping for breath and feel like you already had your workout just putting them on, they aren't really "compression"
That was my other question. DH and I went to look at the Under Armour compression shorts he thought I needed, and I was like... these are just spandex shorts?
I have a compression sleeve that seems to help with a calf injury, and that freaking thing is TIGHT. The only thing harder than putting it on is getting it back off of my leg.0 -
For recovery, and I am talking after a long hard race (Half Ironman, Full Marathon or Full Ironman) I find that sitting around in compression socks helps keep the leg swelling in check. If I sit around at work all day with my legs below me, without compression my feet and legs swell up like crazy. The socks help...
But for the real deal - I have a set of these that I use most evenings while watching TV:
Heaven. Where can I get some?0 -
For recovery, and I am talking after a long hard race (Half Ironman, Full Marathon or Full Ironman) I find that sitting around in compression socks helps keep the leg swelling in check. If I sit around at work all day with my legs below me, without compression my feet and legs swell up like crazy. The socks help...
But for the real deal - I have a set of these that I use most evenings while watching TV:
Heaven. Where can I get some?
It was pretty easy since the name is visible in the picture.
recoverypump.com/garments
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I was having some issues with calf cramps, which was related to over training. I bought some nice expensive compression sleeves and feel like they give me good support. I also had to completely dial back my training and worked on some nutritional things. I obviously made more than one change, so impossible to say the sleeves worked - but my legs are stronger than ever. Did a 13.1 mile Spartan Race up a ski slope 5 times two weekends ago....there was one hairy little spot with my calves but they didn't fully cramp the entire race. I've had them cramp over next to nothing. Definitely keeping the compression gear around. And as others stated...they are a PITA to get on and off, so I wouldn't be bothering if I didn't think they helped. I also only use them during high impact training (soccer, trail running, racing) I also make sure to leave them on post workout for awhile to help with recovery.
I know a large majority of OCR elites wear compression. No idea if it increases their performance, but I'd say you probably perform better knowing certain body parts are where they need to be in a race like that. It also ads a layer of protection to your skin. And is tight so you have no worries of snagging barb wire, tree branches, etc.0 -
beemerphile1 wrote: »For recovery, and I am talking after a long hard race (Half Ironman, Full Marathon or Full Ironman) I find that sitting around in compression socks helps keep the leg swelling in check. If I sit around at work all day with my legs below me, without compression my feet and legs swell up like crazy. The socks help...
But for the real deal - I have a set of these that I use most evenings while watching TV:
Heaven. Where can I get some?
It was pretty easy since the name is visible in the picture.
recoverypump.com/garments
Yea that. But you need the whole system:
http://recoverypump.com/the-recoverypump-system
It really is heaven. I'll sit in my chair after a hard training day, beer on the table next to me. TV on (or a book) and just chill with these things on for 45-60 minutes. Cranked all the way to the max setting they can HURT at first while they squeeze the first fluids from your legs.
It's almost like having someone massage your legs in exactly the right way on demand without having to make appointments or anything like that 0 -
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