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Favorite Compression Socks
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 2013-03-22 11:10 AM |
 56 |  Subject: Favorite Compression SocksThought I'd ask and see what everyone thinks about compression socks and are they worth it? What's everyones top choice? |
| 2013-03-22 8:01 PM in reply to: #4670381 |
Veteran 257  Dallas/Ft. Worth | Subject: RE: Favorite Compression Socks CEP - recommended by my PT, and I have been very happy. |
| 2013-03-22 8:23 PM in reply to: #4670381 |
| 56 | Subject: RE: Favorite Compression Socks I'm leaning towards the sleeves for triathlons b/c of how hard they are to get on. would I need to wear these under my wetsuit? or just put them on during either T1 or T2? |
| 2013-03-22 8:34 PM in reply to: #4671096 |
Expert 1375 McAllen | Subject: RE: Favorite Compression Socks I wouldn't wear them to begin with. Do they actually aid performance anyways? I feel like during exercise your blood is pumping so much anyways it wouldn't do anything for you except actually restrict flow. |
| 2013-03-22 9:01 PM in reply to: #4670381 |
Member 321 Spokane | Subject: RE: Favorite Compression Socks I don't think you are allowed to wear compression gear under wet suits. Thought i heard that somewhere don't quote me on that... |
| 2013-03-22 9:52 PM in reply to: #4671125 |
| 287 | Subject: RE: Favorite Compression Socks dkahns51 - 2013-03-22 9:01 PM I don't think you are allowed to wear compression gear under wet suits. Thought i heard that somewhere don't quote me on that...
It is legal to wear compression socks under a wetsuit.
As for favorite brand of compression socks, that is like trying to answer what is your favorite triathlon shorts/kits. Sometimes, one just has to try out the clothing for sizing purposes and other. I love my Desoto wetsuits, triathlon shorts/tops but their compression sleeves/socks are just a little too long for my preference. |
| 2013-03-23 5:50 AM in reply to: #4670381 |
Expert 1375 McAllen | Subject: RE: Favorite Compression Socks But the longer the socks the more triathlete they are. And more aero. |
| 2013-03-23 7:30 AM in reply to: #4670381 |
| Minneapolis, MN | Subject: RE: Favorite Compression Socks Put on sleeves before the swim (with or without wetsuit). There is no way to get them on in transition. It might be placebo but I wear them for any hard training day and every race and socks/tights afterward; they aid in my soreness and recovery. |
| 2013-03-23 10:08 AM in reply to: #4670381 |
Pro 3804  Seacoast, NH! | Subject: RE: Favorite Compression Socks I like the sleeves for longer distance stuff. I feel like they keep my calves from getting fatigued a little longer. I like zoot for most of this type of stuff. Just be warned that if you are really tall or have really long legs, most of these sleeves are meant for an "average" height person. No they don't make you more aero. You're a nut. |
| 2013-03-23 10:11 AM in reply to: #4670381 |
Expert 1375 McAllen | Subject: RE: Favorite Compression Socks I was being sarcastic haha I'm on my phone so can't do the red text |
| 2013-03-23 4:31 PM in reply to: #4670381 |
| 152 | Subject: RE: Favorite Compression Socks Just bought CEP socks and wow do I love these things. Don't train in them but use them for recovery after runs and leg days. Cannot believe how good I feel when and after wearing them. Call it placebo I don't care, I feel a difference |
| 2013-03-23 4:42 PM in reply to: #4670381 |
| 56 | Subject: RE: Favorite Compression Socks I think I'm leaning towards the sleeves, seems like the socks are too difficult to get on and off |
| 2013-03-23 4:59 PM in reply to: #4671611 |
Regular 152 Gretna, Louisiana | Subject: RE: Favorite Compression Socks btrenter - 2013-03-23 4:42 PM I think I'm leaning towards the sleeves, seems like the socks are too difficult to get on and off I like the sleeves because I can wear what ever socks I want. I do have a pair of compression socks that I used today with an additional pair of socks. Normally my feet would be too hot, but it was 30 degrees out! |
| 2013-03-24 2:42 AM in reply to: #4670381 |
| 1 | Subject: RE: Favorite Compression Socks btrenter - 2013-03-22 12:10 PM Thought I'd ask and see what everyone thinks about compression socks and are they worth it? What's everyones top choice?
My personal favorite are CEP compression socks and Jobst, they are great brands and are very comfortable to use. I usually buy them online at Legs Therapy (http://www.legstherapy.com/). |
| 2013-03-24 7:07 AM in reply to: #4670381 |
Expert 1644 Oklahoma | Subject: RE: Favorite Compression Socks I have a pair of CEP's and Zensah sleeves they are both ok to train in if I feel the need but for recovery I like the cheap ones you can buy at any pharmacy. They actually feel better and are more comfortable then the expensive ones. |
| 2013-03-24 4:26 PM in reply to: #4670381 |
Expert 1263 Wendell, NC | Subject: RE: Favorite Compression Socks I'm a true believer in compression socks for recovery. I use the Drug store brand anti-embolism stockings. After a very long run, I'll even sleep in them. Greatly reduces post run soreness and swelling and is less painful than the ice bath. I don't use them while running and haven't seen any studies that indicate any benefits to using them while exercising. |
| 2013-03-27 10:02 AM in reply to: #4670381 |
| 26 | Subject: RE: Favorite Compression Socks I have a cotton based one and a few polyester types too. The cotton one seems to be "tighter" but I normally use the other one as it's easier to wear for work, and it's black too. I forgot the brands but they're marketed for embolism and not sports recovery (same banana anyways).  |
| 2013-03-27 10:07 AM in reply to: #4670381 |
| 56 | Subject: RE: Favorite Compression Socks Never gave a thought to getting the ones from the drug store. I think I'd mostly like them for recovery, but would end up using them for long runs and cold weather. I'm doing the Pburg marathon in may, so I think i'll give them a shot while doing it |
| 2013-03-27 10:09 AM in reply to: #4670381 |
Veteran 1384 Panama City, FL | Subject: RE: Favorite Compression Socks I really like my Zensah calf sleeves. They're about to come out with a pair with reflective patterns on it as well. I'm sure there are many other brands that are great too. CEP, 2XU are all supposed to be very good. |
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