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Running arm sleeves11/24/2023 ![]() I don’t think many non-elite runners will put arm sleeves for runners at the top of their list of most important bits of kit. I know running is very different from a wheelchair athlete however, if the benefits from a performance perspective were negligible for them, it has to be said it would be optimistic to think it would make huge differences in performance but might assist in recovery. Intermittent sequential pneumatic compression may provide some benefit for perceptual recovery measures immediately after and 24 hrs after a high-intensity wheelchair activity with negligible effects on performance recovery. However, the results were less than amazing…. Participants completed two recovery trials, separated by 1 wk, of either passive recovery (control) or 20 mins of wearing recovery arm sleeves (intermittent sequential pneumatic compression) applied to both arms. Subjective muscle soreness and fatigue measurements were taken at the same time points as performance tests, with an additional 24-hr postrecovery measure. The aim of the current study was to investigate the efficacy of an upper-body intermittent sequential pneumatic compression device on recovery after wheelchair team sport activity.Įleven well-trained wheelchair basketball and rugby athletes (male, 8 female, 3 mean ± SD age = 33 ± 10 yrs) performed a series of performance measures pre-exercise, postexercise, and postrecovery (grip strength, pressure-to-pain threshold, medicine ball throw, wheelchair sprints, repeated sprints). The only test that caught my eye was that done on a group of wheelchair athletes. I did look for some science behind runners wearing arm sleeves and their benefits. Increasing blood flow in the compressed area and speeds up lactic acid removal from the body, which in turn assist in the speeding up of recovery. Plus, you can use compression arm sleeves the same as compression socks as a recovery tool. Of course, it’s a little bit more nuanced than that.Ī runner needs performance throughout the body, so having compression in the arms, can help with reducing swelling in the arms when you are doing longer types of runs, the compression in the arms assists in reducing swelling and reduce the inflammatory response because it takes away fluid build-up from the arms. However, the benefits to a runner of compression of the arms may be much less beneficial than a sport or pastime that is more arm centric. When wearing UV compression, arm sleeves can assist your arms in feeling cooler and comfortable when running in hotter weather conditions due to the moisture-wicking effect on your skin and how the material helps control your sweating. Wearing compression arm sleeves when running can help when the weather is hot as they give your arms direct protection from the UV rays of the sun as well. Running In The Heat And Sun With A-Arm Sleeve. ![]() Wearing brightly coloured arm sleeves when running, of course, could assist with increased visibility personally I can think of ways to make myself more visible however it’s an option and, for some people, would make sense. So from a performance and recovery side of things, it would have to be said wearing arm sleeves would more than likely deliver limited results. Of course, with running, the obvious point is a runner’s arms aren’t the highest impact area for a runner that belongs to the good ole legs. With compression of the arms aiding recovery. However, there might be gains in post-recovery. The bottom line seems there is a little positive impact on performance. Their technical fabric, exceptional fit and unobtrusive weight (an astonishing 28g per pair in size M) make them ideal for anyone who’s serious about cold weather speed.Why would a runner wear these compression sleeves on their arms? Bonded seams provide peerless comfort, while a darted elbow section adds a pre-curved fit for ease of movement.ĭesigned to be worn with a race vest, the Sleeves are your first line of defence from intrusive chills on race day. A laser-cut cuff sports a silicone gripper to keep them firmly in place at the wrist, while a new silicone-faced band at the top ensures the Sleeves stay snugly anchored at the biceps. Designed to keep out the chills while retaining total freedom of movement, their technical, breathable construction provides protection without adding bulk, allowing you to keep the pace fast when the temperature drops.Ĭonstructed from the same lightweight French-made fabric as the ELITE Tempo Top 2.0, their close fit features a heat-retaining, sweat-wicking weave with elastane for stretch. The lightweight Sleeves are a go-to for winter races and cold weather training.
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