Recovery Clothing Guide
How specialized clothing can aid in muscle recovery post-workout.
What is recovery clothing? Recovery clothing consists of graduated compression garments worn after a workout. They apply targeted pressure to limbs to increase venous blood flow, flush out metabolic waste (like lactic acid), and reduce delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS).
How Recovery Apparel Accelerates Healing
After an intense workout, muscles are micro-torn and filled with metabolic byproducts. The faster blood circulates through these areas, the faster nutrients are delivered and waste is removed.
Graduated Compression
True recovery garments use graduated compression—meaning the pressure is tightest at the extremities (like the ankles) and gradually decreases towards the heart. This acts as a secondary pump, assisting the cardiovascular system in returning blood from the limbs.