Sports Compression Underwear

They started talking about compression sportswear not so long ago, but in such a short period of its existence, it quickly gained popularity and spread to almost all sports. We could not afford to ignore such an interesting topic.

Lingerie with a squeeze effect has made a splash in the sportswear market. Every athlete considers it his duty to put on compression clothing before starting a workout. There are several reasons why compression garments are so important and even necessary for active people.

• The hygienic side of the issue lies in close contact with sports equipment, which can cause the formation of skin diseases, irritation on the body, and burns. The presence of antimicrobial impregnation, which is not present in all models, will inhibit the growth of bacteria.

Increased training efficiency and accelerated recovery from injury / illness. This advantage is based on the ability of the underwear to improve blood flow, saturate tissues and muscles with oxygen, which leads to increased endurance and performance of the body as a whole. Choosing compression athletic underwear can help reduce the body's production of lactic acid as well as relieve muscle pain.

• Thermoregulation is provided due to the high density of the compression material and good body fit. At the same time, an air gap remains between the linen and the body, which is responsible for maintaining the thermal effect. This feature leads to constant support of the muscles in a heated position, which means that the risk of injury is significantly lower than without the use of such special underwear.

• The lightness of the linen makes it invisible and imperceptible, which contributes to the comfort and convenience of doing sports.

• Moisture permeability does not lie in the ability to absorb moisture, which is completely inappropriate for an athlete. This concept implies the removal of moisture to the outside and its further evaporation.

• Although design is not the main factor when choosing compression-type sports underwear, you still want to be beautiful, bright and expressive even in training. Sport is not a hindrance to beauty. It is very important that the drawings are sublimated into the linen material, made using hypoallergenic paints that are resistant to external influences.

• Wearability is ensured through the use of very strong and highly stretchable synthetic fabrics. But you can ruin such a product if you handle it incorrectly and violate the rules of care.

One type of compression garment is boring and extremely impractical. Designers are actively working to create a wide variety of these sportswear.

• Protective clothing efficiently distributes the force of impact that occurs during a collision or fall. This reduces the likelihood of getting bruised.

• Lingerie has a seamless structure, and the design of the straps prevents them from cutting into the skin, relieving the woman of discomfort.

• There are several types of bras, depending on the intensity of the load during training or playing a certain sport. Either way, a compression bra will support your breasts and protect them from bruising.

• T-shirts are the most common type of compression sportswear. Recovery models with long sleeves are most often chosen by men whose workouts involve a lot of stress on the arms and upper shoulder girdle. It is better to work out in such underwear on the street, and for the gym there are sleeveless T-shirts or tops.

• Tights, capri pants, shorts of various lengths - all of these types of underwear are used to protect the lower body.

• Socks and leggings are actively used by runners who want to protect their feet from swelling, painful tension and other troubles.

• Warming underwear or thermal underwear maintains a constant temperature in the body, which protects muscles from sprains and injuries.

The squeezing effect in compression underwear is provided through the use of knitwear based on synthetic material. Compression garments can be made from the following materials:

• polyester;
• polymers have the ability to drain, endow the finished product with durability and strength indicators;
• lycra or elastane provides the linen with the squeezing effect for which it is so valued, makes it possible to stretch and take on the same size.

When it comes to sportswear, first of all, everyone remembers the Adidas company. According to the manufacturer itself, compression garments not only have the ability to compress the body, but also wick moisture away and keep the temperature within normal limits. There is one dubious factor that misleads a potential buyer: many models are positioned as compression underwear and thermal underwear. In this case, versatility is not in favor of products from Adidas.

A serious competitor to the previous brand is Nike, which has also included compression underwear in its product range.This manufacturer managed to create a unique product, the list of characteristics of which includes the ability to improve blood circulation, retain heat, maintain temperature and remove moisture. The Nike company does not relegate questions of style to the background, trying to constantly present a unique product with an exclusive design. Nike sportswear is advertised by world-famous stars, trying to convince us of the high quality of these products. But do they wear it themselves? The question remains open.

In addition to such world leaders in the production of sportswear, 2XU, Bad Boy, Venum and Under Armor offer their products. They are not as promoted and advertised, but their compression underwear is no worse in quality, it is distinguished by a bright design and a wide functional set.

Only the correctly selected compression underwear will allow you to experience its benefits and use one set for a long time. The tight-fitting should be tight, but without frills, so that the clothes do not crack at the seams, do not pinch the body and do not create excessive pressure. But it is also not worth choosing a large size, since such a purchase will be pointless. Trying on the linen before buying it will be very helpful. Choosing the appropriate size, you can navigate by the dimensional grid, which coincides with the standard. Lingerie sizes usually start at S and go up to XXL.

A common mistake many people make is to choose a smaller size. In this case, the exercises will be associated with discomfort, excessive pressure on the body and a decrease in flexibility.

The quality of the material is a very important parameter that determines the durability of the product, its performance characteristics, hypoallergenicity and the ability to give comfort. Many manufacturers provide quality certificates certifying the high level of the product. You have the right to require the seller to provide such a document.

Believe it or not, compression garments have a century of history. It was originally used for medicinal and regenerative purposes. Currently, in hospitals during the post-traumatic period, when a person has undergone a complex operation, stockings / socks made of compression material are prescribed. Such clothes have helped many people to restore their health, return to their previous physical form, and avoid the formation of blockages in blood vessels. This information allows you to dispel the opinion that all the advantages and features inherent in compression underwear are far-fetched.

Such underwear should not be used for everyday wear. If the body is dressed in special clothing with a compression effect, then it must be constantly in motion. Otherwise, you can cause serious disturbances in the work of the cardiovascular system. Another contraindication applies to people who are overweight. Compression underwear can be more harmful than good, so consulting a doctor and an experienced trainer will be a must before shopping for such clothing.

Also, do not use compression garments in the presence of venous blockage, blood clots and cardiac arrhythmias. This contraindication is based on the characteristics of the listed diseases, which require vasodilation, and not their contraction.

It will be extremely difficult to find negative reviews regarding correctly selected high-quality linen. Often, such reviews arise due to the choice of low-quality / fake underwear, ignoring contraindications and not adhering to the rules for choosing this special clothing for sports.