I HAVE NEVER understood the obsession with compression in activewear. In the world of athletes, compressive gear is a regular topic. For the uninitiated, compression means your clothes squeeze you.

Shapewear should remain hidden, which is why you should consider your outfit before choosing a shapewear style. Shorts are the most common because they come in varying inseam lengths and are easy to ...

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 ...

Whether you’re an elite athlete or just someone who likes staying active, aches and pains are almost unavoidable. It’s easy to reach for a bottle of pain-relieving pills and hope it gets you through ...

Whether you’re looking to hit a personal record at the gym or simply feel really nice and tucked in while you go about your day, there’s certainly a place for compression clothing in your athleisure ...

As any runner knows, the calves tend to bear the brunt of post-workout soreness. So I was intrigued to learn about the new Spryng 2.0, a portable compression device that specifically targets the ...

Which long-sleeved bodysuit is best? No matter what you pair your long-sleeved bodysuit with, it can help you streamline your ensemble. While tops can bunch at the waistband of your favorite skirts ...

Although golf is not always considered a physically demanding sport, the time it takes the body to recover after walking 18 holes can be underestimated—particularly the lower body. To combat leg ...

Lower-body compression best tackles the troublesome heart rate response and symptoms associated with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), a small study suggests. POTS affects an estimated ...

Among patients with compression fractures, outcomes of disability, back pain, and progression of anterior body compression were similar among those treated without a brace or with soft or rigid braces ...