As a woman who lifts I am often walking around with sore legs. Sure, it’s a good feeling but sometimes it is too much. When you can barely walk or cross your legs you know the time has come to do something about it! I had the opportunity to review PRO Compression Socks and I knew these would help so much with my post workout soreness. And I was right.
I received the over the calf compression sock in black, I ordered a size small because I wear a size 8 shoe. This was the right size and they hit right by my knee. After wearing them post workout a few evenings last week I can say I am hooked. I was noticeable less sore after doing PiYo, Yoga Sculpt and 2 days of heavy lifting.
It is funny how few pictures I actually have of myself in workout clothes! Scott got roped into taking a few for me. What am I wearing? Top is Ellie, blue sports bra is Fila, the shorts are Under Armour, the PRO Compression socks, and New Balance shoes. Obviously I am not loyal to just one brand
So what do compression socks do? Graduated compression technology improves blood flow, resulting in better, more consistent performance with less fatigue and faster recovery. In addition to improving vascular performance, Marathon compression socks support critical areas, muscles and tendons and help reduce inflammation, swelling and soreness. While that is a mouth full I fully understand why so many athletes use these.
Besides having great benefits for fitness, they are excellent for travel. On long flights legs tend to swell, when we went to Thailand I wish I would have had these. My feet wouldn’t have looked like huge bricks! They were so swollen after that 18+ hour flight. I know I will be wearing these when we go to Hawaii this fall. Anything that I can do to help reduce swelling in my legs I am all for. Even if you were going to be going on a long car ride I would recommend these.
The one activity I am really excited to try them in is cross country skiing this winter. I can’t wait! Wearing these with my boots and feeling that gentle compression on my legs will probably really help with ankle and leg fatigue. Feeling like you need to try a pair? Use the discount code PINK for 40% OFF an entire purchase at the PRO Compression online store.
