When I tell people that I have restless leg syndrome (also known as RLS), they usually laugh. Admittedly, it does sound pretty odd, but trust me, there is nothing funny about the feeling. It’s not ...

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Running a single mile — at about a 10-minute pace — consists of 1,700 steps. And each one of those steps produces ground reaction forces of about two and a half times your body weight. And you know ...

Compression socks increase circulation by applying pressure to the tissues surrounding the blood vessels in the feet, ankles, and lower legs. They are available over the counter or by prescription ...

Normatec was the original inflatable compression boot maker, popping up on Instagram feeds of pro runners like Ryan Hall and Meb Keflezighi more than a decade ago. It wasn’t widely embraced by us ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." A trusty pair of socks can do more than just provide a barrier between your feet and walking shoes. They ...

I’ve been sidelined by enough injuries as a runner to learn the value of proper recovery. But while stretching and foam rolling have their place in helping me bounce back after a hard workout, ...

As a fitness enthusiast, I have always been on the lookout for the best tools to help aid in the recovery process. I recently had the pleasure of testing the FIT KING Recovery Pro Full Leg Compression ...

Compression therapy means using compression socks, stockings, boots, or bandages to apply gentle pressure to the leg. Doctors have prescribed compression therapy for thousands of years, as far back as ...

Compression socks apply pressure to your lower legs. This can help to increase blood flow and boost circulation, which can be especially helpful if you have venous insufficiency. Compression socks and ...