COMPRESSION GEAR FOR RUNNING – Is it worth it?
COMPRESSION GEAR FOR RUNNING – Is it worth it?
Compression gear for running is worn by many. But, is it worth it?
Compression gear has been a part of my running wardrobe for many years and I have found it to have a number of benefits.
That being said most of the reported benefits of compression gear have not been inconclusively proven to be fact by science.
Some of the compression gear benefits that people experience are as follows:
-Increased comfort, breathability, flexibility.
-Increased blood flow to muscles which improves athletic performance.
-Injury prevention
-Reduced DOMS.
So, is compression gear worth it? And in particular, is compression gear good for runners?
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Some of the compression gear mentioned in this video:
Skins A200 compression shorts:
https://geni.us/SkinsA200 (Amazon Link)
2XU compression shorts:
https://geni.us/2XUcompressionshorts (Amazon Link)
SubSports leggings:
https://geni.us/SubsportsLeggings (Amazon Link)
SubSports Thermal leggings:
https://geni.us/SubsportsThermalLeg (Amazon Link)
SubSports COLD thermal long sleeved top:
https://geni.us/SubsportsThermalTop (Amazon Link)
Zero Point compression socks:
https://geni.us/ZeroPointSock (Amazon Link)
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MY FAVOURITE RUNNING KIT:
GPS Watch: GARMIN FENIX 6 PRO
https://geni.us/garminfenix6multisport (Amazon Link)
Heart rate monitor: POLAR OH1+
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All-round Trail shoes: ALTRA LONE PEAK 4.5
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Road Shoes: ALTRA TORIN 4.0
https://geni.us/AltraTorin4 (Amazon Link)
Socks: INJINJI TRAIL MIDWEIGHT
https://geni.us/INJINJItrailmidweight (Amazon Link)
Compression shorts: 2XU
https://geni.us/2XUcompressionshorts (Amazon Link)
Shorts: GORE R7
https://geni.us/GoreRunningShorts (Amazon Link)
Top: HELLY HANSEN LONG SLEEVED
https://geni.us/HellyHansenRunningTop (Amazon Link)
FILMING EQUIPMENT:
Latest GoPro: HERO 9 BLACK
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Audio Recorder: ZOOM H1N
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Lavalier Mic: RODE SMARTLAV+
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Zoom H1n to Rode SmartLav+ adapter: RODE SC3
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How long would you typically wear your compression socks post run/ for recovery? great video. thanx
I’ve some compression gear, mainly use it as base layer in colder weather. I’ve got a couple of Sub sports tops: one vest one long sleeve – great value and REALLY tight fitting, my wife has to peel me out of them if it’s been raining. I’ve also got Under Amour shorts and tights, put the shorts on recently and the waist band folded over at my gut 😆 think I need to get out running more. I think they help on long runs of 10 miles plus for me. Gave this vid a thumbs up on the intro, good work made me smile 😁
do you wear underwear under the compression shorts?
I love it, I wish skins would make a one piece full body suit. I would wear it all the time at home for recovery.
I’ve been curious about compression gear for a while.. I’ve had them in the cart a few times and always bail. May have to give some a shot! Have a great weekend Peter.
I’m a big fan of it to be honest. Except when it gives me ringbsting 😂
I wear compression socks to reduce edema in my ankles and calves.
The compression shorts are to keep the 🍆 secure.
you really need to look into normalizing your audio levels dude!!
Do you wear underwear under this?
Do these help with quad muscle strains?
Quick question, with the compression shorts do you wear underwear under them?
Good review!
Are compressions sets good for hiking?
i thinking about buy a compress short. 1 question though: are these tights supposed to be worn with or without underwear ?
Awesome video. Thanks!
Can we carry compression fo 24 hours
Just purchased my first 2 pairs of compression half tights… Oh boy… I’ve become that guy! 😆
I mean if you have stiff muscles like myself.
Regardless what you do. Found about compression when my blood kept on pooling into my feet and felt lightheaded.
Tippy toed into it via Compression Socks at 20-25mmhg.
=> oh wow, it actually worked.
=> ordered compression tights at 20-30 mmhg rated because my thighs were heavy.
=> I got it yesterday and the measure in difference in vertical jump is roughly 20%.
This only applies if you have stiff muscles that cramps regardless.
Vertical Jump without compression: 21 inches
Vertical Jump with compression: 28 inches.
Specifically 2XU MCS tech. Only thing is that there’s no pocket :’).
RIP headphone users
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Great review! I think your video could benefit from balancing the audio levels a bit — your voice audio is quite low compared to the music that is pretty loud.
Thanks for the video. It answered my questions.
Compression gear is the best, could never run a sub 20 5k for a compression shorts and then I ran a sub 18 5k before even doing a 19 minute