Anyone feel they help? And if so, during or after a run?
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Compression socks
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I only wear compression socks at runs, they are very comfortable, I did buy two pairs, I may wear the other pair when I go for longer walks during the winter months over my normal thinner socks, I l will see how that feels.
Do you find they help? I’m struggling with tired legs in the midst of all this training.
Yes, they help, as for tiredness, have a few extra days off running, that way you should not feel so tired.
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I love my compression socks post workout. I find they really help with recovery - feel great the next day. Haven’t worn them whilst running much.
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Yes, I always wear them on longer runs as they just give that little bit extra support and in the areas I run, protection from scrub/nettles 🤣
I will occasionally put an even firmer pair on after a really tiring run (I certainly did after the 26.2) again just for the added support in recovery. 👍🏻
How long do you wear them for? I had them on for about 8 hours yesterday and my legs are still tired. I’ve just put them back on again. How do they help whilst running?
Oh for post run only until bedtime which is probably only about 4 to 5 hrs.
I find they just help during a run to keep tiredness at bay.
Are you making sure you eat well post session? Or try a recovery drink after, I've tested with and without and they do help! You can get the "for goodness shake" brand in supermarkets to try before investing in a sports specific one.
Yes I always have a recovery drink after otherwise I have to write the whole day off! I’m trying protein shakes daily now and have started taking iron, magnesium and b6. I’ll try the socks next long run 👍🏽 Desperate times. Thank you.
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I have some and have worn them in post v long run and marathon recovery (in bed). Never used them whilst running. Have to say that I'm not a fan. Maybe they are too tight for me, but I just don't like the sensation etc.
What's the difference between compression tights and compression socks? I think I wear compression tights... I don't know for sure though. 😂
Tights are like leggings
Socks are just long socks
Sleeves are just over your calf and don’t have feet in
Do they all offer the same benefits though? Or are the socks tighter? 🤔
I would’ve thought the socks and sleeves were tighter than leggings but not sure
Thanks. I only mention it because I hardly notice that i'm wearing my tights. I don't really know how much they help.
Not necessarily tighter but the all in one compression from the feet up helps as out feet swell during long runs especially. If you just had tights you've got a stop point at the ankle. I've considered the sleeves but just can't be bothered with finding the right size and compression, whereas socks are really easy to find
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Ah but I need to wear my injinji socks 🤣
Yes socks are probably the best for recovery and sleeves for running, as I can then wear my preferred running socks. Wearing sleeves when not running isn’t something I’d recommend. To prove it I flew in my compression sleeves last time and my feet swelled up just like 2 balloons. 😬
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I used to wear them, but they were such a hassle to get on I quit after about a year. I honestly don't know if they help or not. I guess one way of finding out would be to wear just one and see if that leg felt better than the other after a good run.
🤣 I’d look weird doing that 🤣
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I wear compression socks on long runs (10+miles) and have definitely noticed a difference the day after with reduced leg fatigue. I have a few pairs but found it quite hard to get a pair I found comfortable to run in. I bought a pair of CEPs a few months ago (measured calves etc) but they were so tight they gave me calf pain during the run and I ended up rolling them down. Have never tried them the day after though. Try it and see.
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I use Karrimor long socks for my trail runs. They give protection from nettles, insects etc and offer some compression that provides some calf support for me anyway. I bought some compression sleeves but find them too tight around the ankle so prefer the socks.
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Shortly after I started running more than 5k I tweaked my right calf muscle badly enough to put me on the IC for a fortnight. Since then I've always worn compression socks for my longer runs, and for Parkruns if I'm hoping for a good time. No more tweaks, and significantly less post-run ache in my calves than previously. So I'm a convert. Never considered just wearing them after a run - in fact I usually roll them down to get rid of the support as soon as I finish. I've got Karrimors (cheap and longer) and Hillys (not cheap and shorter) and prefer the Karrimors (but them I'm biased because they were an Accrington company originally).
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I have some calf sleeves from decathlon. I like them. I use them in bed sometimes if I'm feeling fatigue in my calves. I had the socks but wrecked them in a tumble dryer 😥
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I’ve worn them post tendinitis and feel they’ve helped but now I’m upping the distance I’ve been getting blisters on long runs. I’ve switched to runderwear anti blister socks (which I love) & am now looking into calf sleeves.
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Update - hated them! Stopped after 3 miles to take them off - made my legs feel even worse!
👎🏼👎🏼 what put you off? Too restrictive? Maybe they're too tight...
I’ve measured and bought accordingly. Felt they made my legs feel tight which is the opposite of what I need.
Definitely. Mine are only fairly light compression, not noticeable really, just creates a supported feeling, not constricting.