A new study questions the supposed benefit of compression clothing for athletes. Many athletes swear by expensive compression shorts, socks, tights, and other garments. These tight-fitting items are ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Although the jury's still out on whether compression shorts directly enhance your workout or recovery, ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." LET'S START with the obvious: Wearing compression shirts makes you look bigger due to the snug fit. To be ...

Compression shorts have become a staple in the athletic wardrobe, not just for their sleek appearance but for the substantial benefits they offer. These garments are tightly woven, usually from a ...

Maybe you've seen them in the gym, or even squeezed into them yourself: super-tight T-shirts, leggings, knee and calf sleeves, even tube tops. More and more athletes are wearing compression garments, ...

Researchers have examined whether compression garments for the lower legs and upper thighs influenced athletic performance and found little effect. Two Indiana University studies examined the ...

Working out is hard on the body, which is the point right? Building muscle, burning calories, and cardiovascular improvement only happens as a direct result of putting stress on your body. However, ...

There’s been a lot of chit chat around lymphatic drainage lately, whether it’s TikTok videos about manually stimulating your lymph flow or the rise of massage studios like The Tox popping up across ...

Objective: To compare the effects of three types of full-body compression garments (Skins, Adidas and Under Armour) on repeat-sprint and throwing performance in cricket players. Results: No ...

Why are we asking for donations? Why are we asking for donations? This site is free thanks to our community of supporters. Voluntary donations from readers like you keep our news accessible for ...