Why?
If yea, for running, recovery, or both?
I bought a pair of compression sock for recovery this past Sunday an LOVE them. I wore them for four hours after running 11.5 miles this past Sunday and have been wearing them again since this morning, after running 7.0 miles. My feet and calves feel super-fresh.
I'm wondering if leggings for my marathon would be worth the $$$.
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I like the calf sleeves. I wear them durning and after long runs. Like you, I like them and they help my legs feel good. I am considering a pair of socks at some point.
I wear the compression sleeves for two reasons - supposed aid in recovery and warmth on those 'tweener days [wearing a jacket + shorts on a brisk day].
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I've tried them. Both for recovery and while running. Didn't notice any difference. I do like them, as Moth said, for those days when it's between shorts and tights weather.
Recent research is seeming to indicate they are pretty much useless during exercise but they do help with recovery.
Do Compression Socks Work?
Short term goal: 17:59 5K
Mid term goal: 2:54:59 marathon
Long term goal: To say I've been a runner half my life. (I started running at age 45).
I wear them more for warmth than anything.
(I also think they look pretty styling on the right racers)
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I like the socks for after long runs. I have a pair of sleeves, but have only worn them for one long run and for my 24-hour run, so I don't have any comparison about how they impact during a run.
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Hip Redux
I posted this in the dailies, but here it is for the general public-
I have compression gear - both recovery and ones for use while running.
I get a lot of relief from fatigue/tired legs when I wear my Zoot recovery leggings. Because they are not intended to be run in, they are pretty constrictive. They make my legs happy.
I like my running compression gear - it feels good to wear while running, etc. but I don't notice any large improvements in speed, fatigue etc. They are not nearly as compressive as my recovery leggings, obviously because you need to move in them. lol
YMMV
Will run for scenery.
Biggest and best reason - they feel good.
Stupid feet!
Stupid elbow!
I like the socks for running and never wear them for recovery. They help me not feel sore after marathons. Never worn compression leggings though but if you are planning on wearing them for the race, do one or two LRs in them to make sure you will feel comfortable running in them for the marathon.
Damaris
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