Why does Ted Ligety where compression socks and baselayer?

Simple, he can train longer, perform with increased intensity, and recover faster.

PRE EXERCISE

1. IMPROVED CIRCULATION
By using graduated compression gear your blood circulation to your and lymph nodes is increased and that means a faster warm up.

2. REDUCED RISK OF BLOOD CLOTTING
With heightened blood circulation, compress gear lowers the risk of blood clots
as well as deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Swelling in ankles, legs and arms is also
reduced.

DURING EXERCISE

1. REDUCES MUSCLE FATIGUE AND DAMAGE

Contains and stabilizes muscles to minimize vibration and damage during
vigorous exercise.

2. HEIGHTENED AGILITY

Pressure applied to the surface of the skin maximizes the body’s awareness of
posture, agility and stability, helping to improve and maintain athletic form.

3. IMPROVED PERFORMANCE

Increases power while lowering heart rate through improved circulation.

POST EXERCISE

1. FASTER RECOVERY

Graduated pressure shortens the recovery cycle through the heightened pumping action of the cardiovascular system.

2. DECREASED SORENESS

Efficient removal of lactate in the blood from muscles, reducing swelling, speeding up muscle repair and minimizing soreness.

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