5 Best Compression Running Socks

A number of runners claim compression socks improve performance and reduce recovery time, and while a number of excellent products are available, if you want to try them yourself, then check out the 5 best compression running socks. Compression socks were originally designed as a medical product for patients experiencing poor leg circulation. While medical professionals are divided as to the effectiveness of compression socks for runners, many runners who have tried them now swear by them. Athletes looking for compression socks need to look for qualities like: ventilation, moisture wicking, and stretch resistance.

1. CEP Running 02 Compression Socks. CEP Compression sports socks are made according to CEP's patented pressure flow technology. The 02 also offers blister prevention, Achille's heel support, padded sole, shin protection and polyamid/elasthan fabric for optimum wearer comfort.
2. SLS3 Compression Sox. SLS3 Compression Sox are made of polypropylene rather than nylon, with the result of up to 300% less water absorption than other socks. Graduated compression makes SLS3 Compression Sox ideal for athletes, people recovering from injuries, anyone seated for long time periods, and pregnant women.
3. Quattro Fitness Compression Technology Socks. Quattro's Compression Technology socks are designed with graduated compression, moving blood away from areas were it tends to pool and pushing it back towards the heart at an ideal 20 to 30 mmHg.
4. CW-X Compression Support Socks. CW-X Compression Support Socks are the result of exercise physiology studies of participants both with and without the benefit of compression socks. CW-X compression socks have a patented support system and are made from breathable, moisture-wicking four-way stretch fabric to give wearers the benefit of variable compression.
5.  Zensah Compression Socks. With arch support, thermo-regulating, anti-microbial fabric, and seamless construction, the Zensah company proclaims Zensah Compression Socks are recognized by runners, triathletes, and world travelers as the number one compression sock.