Subject: RE: kona bike split I'm guessing you're talking about compression socks. Here's an interesting article about that. I"ve never worn them but have seen many in long course tri's and marathons. A few folks were wearing them at Kona this year. Main points in the attached article are: It is believed their benefit to running includes: - improved oxygen delivery to muscles
- accelerated lactic acid removal
- stabilization of the lower leg for greater muscle efficiency
- enhanced venous return to the heart through a more efficient calf muscle pump, leading to increased endurance capacity
- cramp prevention
- minimized muscle fatigue as a result of more compact muscles, which enhances balance and proprioception and reduces muscle fatigue
http://triathlons.thefuntimesguide.com/2009/06/running_compression_socks.php Edited by reecealan 2012-01-13 11:17 AM
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