Post by jennistarr1 on Sept 23, 2014 14:33:40 GMT -5
I'm not a super-serious runner, I go for one 2-mile run a week. But I would like to have these now that I'm pregnant. Any brands you recommend I get or think I should avoid.
Compression calf wraps would be fine, too...not sure which I prefer.
I don't have a preferred brand, but I prefer calf sleeves for running. I am very wedded to my favorite Balega socks, and like being able to wear my fav socks and still have compression on my calves. For pregnancy though, if you are looking for compression to help with foot swelling (does that work?) obviously socks would be preferred. Most socks are too long/tall for me though and end up with extra which is uncomfortable.
I love my CEPs. I have both the socks and the sleeves. I mostly use them for recovery, but I have run in my sleeves before. I don't think I would like running in the socks...plenty of people do, though.
I have CEP sleeves and socks. Sleeves for running, socks for recovery/rest. I don't like running in the socks because my feet are picky about socks. I don't like the sleeves for recovery because they make me feel like circulation is cut off to my feet if I'm just hanging around. But I love them both for their intended uses.
I have CEP sleeves and pro compression socks. I only use them for recovery when running however I wore the socks a lot when pregnant. I would gets socks in whichever brand you choose so the swelling doesn't just pool in your feet and you get more consistent pressure. I also bought a pair of black compression socks off amazon that were dressier so I could wear them to work.
Post by bostonmichelle on Sept 23, 2014 20:04:10 GMT -5
I have a couple pairs of 2xu and one pro compression socks. I have run and worn for recovery the socks. I might buy a pair of sleeves to run in though because the foot part is a bit loose.
Post by boston340 on Sept 23, 2014 20:49:26 GMT -5
I wear calf sleeves when I run long distances and full compression socks for recovery. I have both Pro Compression and Zensah. I prefer the Zensah a little more because they are tighter. CEP is another good brand but I don't have personal experience with that brand.
Post by bluedaisyus on Sept 23, 2014 21:48:48 GMT -5
I have Zensah sleeves and love them for running. I can't run in socks and only use them for recovery because the sock part is always too long, so they bunch at the toe if I wear them with shoes.
See, I have Zensah sleeves and socks and Pro Compression socks. I thought the Pro Compression socks were tighter than the Zensah socks, but both the Zensah sleeves and socks stretched over time. I mostly wore the sleeves while pregnant. I had a hard time getting the foot part of the sock on, especially toward the end.