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Compression Socks

SeamsSewWright
SeamsSewWright Posts: 41
edited January 1 in Fitness and Exercise
Does anyone else wear compression socks while running? Why? Please share your thoughts.

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  • BrianSharpe
    BrianSharpe Posts: 9,248 Member
    I tried a pair last Sunday for my long run. Honestly I can't say I felt any different in terms of performance but I did feel a little less beat up the following day, whether that was the socks or just improved fitness is impossible to say. (I also have made a habit of wearing compression shorts or tights for long runs for the same reason - my legs feel far better than they did before I adopted compression garments.)

    There is actually some good science behind compression garments for improved recovery - it's reasonably well established that compression socks improve blood flow in your legs while at rest, it has yet to be demonstrated that they have the same effect while running.
  • brandyk77
    brandyk77 Posts: 605 Member
    I will wear mine on runs if

    a) the run is very hilly (like trail)
    b) my calves are tweaky already
    c) it is cold out and I don't want to wear tights or capris

    I like it personally. Seems to keep me from cramping up a bit
  • spotdog14
    spotdog14 Posts: 42
    I do, but only because I like a specific type of sock when running. I know I'm picky but when I find something I really like I stick with it.

    I love these:
    http://www.target.com/p/c9-by-champion-men-s-3pk-running-socks-black-white/-/A-14089301#prodSlot=large_1_16
  • brandyk77
    brandyk77 Posts: 605 Member
    I do, but only because I like a specific type of sock when running. I know I'm picky but when I find something I really like I stick with it.

    I love these:
    http://www.target.com/p/c9-by-champion-men-s-3pk-running-socks-black-white/-/A-14089301#prodSlot=large_1_16

    Those aren't compression socks.
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