I’ve seen and heard a lot about compression socks since I started running, but I didn’t really get interested in them till I was pregnant. About 1 month ago I noticed that I just wasn’t recovering after runs like I always have. My calves were feeling runs the next day, just generally tired and heavy and sometimes cramping. These are all things I’ve honestly never dealt with unless I was running over 10 miles. Blah. After a little research in to ‘those compression sock things I’ve heard about” I found that sure enough they are great for recovery, why? Its pretty simple really they stimulate blood flow, helping your legs recover faster, bringing more oxygen to your muscles are always a good thing.
So I e-mailed Pro Compression to see if they would work with me on a review and giveaway, they said yes and quick as can be a hot pink pair of their Marathon Socks arrived in my mail box. I started wearing them as recovery only meaning after runs. Honestly since I only one pair I wanted to get a lot of use from them and sweating in them would mean washes and washes mean I don’t get to wear them. They felt great I could literally feel min legs start to tingle instead of ache, I couldn’t believe it!
Not to much later I had a day where my legs were so tired from heels at work that I couldn’t even fathom a run when I got home, but I decided to go for one anyway with my new socks on. I won’t lie it wasn’t my most comfortable run, HOWEVER I made it through 2 miles which I never would have without them. here is the exact quote from Daily Mile that day. Check out that pace!!!!
” 2 miles with a dirty dog 😀 #sweatpink 2 mi 00:23 11:30 pace
Great run but I’m ready for non snowy trails! First run with my #procompression socks felt great!”
These lovely socks are also highly recommended during pregnancy. They can help with swelling, vein problems, circulation issues and are great for flying!
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I really badly want the light blue ones!
I’m in luuurrrve with the purple pair!
I LOVE the Pink Argyle!
Oh man, I would love love LOVE a pair of those – the brighter the better but these pink ones look awesome 😉
I like the Pink or Blue Argyle!
I love the regular pink ones. I’ve heard they do wonders during pregnancy.
I am cool with the black marathon socks.
Love love love the marathon sock!
I love the marathon sock and want the orange or NEW red ones!
I would love to try the marathon socks in pink or purple!
I would LOVE pink ones!
I like the marathon socks in baby blue.
Marathon Pink Argyle
I love the blue ones
I want a pair of black ones. I have sleeves but haven’t tried socks yet.
I like the marathon sock in lime and purple!
I love compression socks 🙂 I own several pairs since they’re quite popular here. I especially love wearing them when we fly since it keeps my legs from getting all twitchy during the 11 hour flight back and forth California. I know that they are really good for pregnant women too since the baby puts pressure on the spine which can lead to poor blood circulation to the legs. I know that the doctor had me wear them to help with the swelling in my feet towards the end. I’m glad you like wearing them too!
I like the Marathon Compression Socks in black.
I love the Marathon Pink socks!
I love the purple ones!
I live the pink argyle… but i would probably stay with plain black 🙂
I love the neon green or anything neon for that matter!
I would love to win the red marathon socks!
Always bet on black
I am loving the pink/green combo!
I love pro compression socks. I use them during runs an after for faster recovery.
I really want to try these!
Purple would be great!
Lol I am dying to win this… 17 hours, 17 hours 😉
I love the featured blue Marathon sock of the month! 🙂
I have the purple marathon socks & would love the pink!
Tough choice! Either purple, lime or the bright orange marathon socks.
I’d love the neon orange marathon sock or the pink calf sleeve! How awesome!
I loved these during my marathon!
Compression socks are just part of the running gear right?! I love mine!
I keep seeing these everywhere and am dying to try them! My calves need it! Those bright pink argyle’s are amazing.