Compression Clothing: Con or Not?

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In the world of athletics, the barrier of entry to most is the cost of equipment. You’d think a low-impact recreational sport like jogging wouldn’t come with much of a cost, but that’s where you’d be wrong. Sweeping the nation and making a massive name for itself in the world of athletic gearcompression clothing, compression clothing is the next biggest thing to hit sports. But does it really have a benefit, or are we being sold another batch of sports snake oil?

Claiming to have benefits beyond covering your body during your daily workout, compression clothing suggests that it can improve performance, prevent injury and aid in the recovery of soft-tissue damage. Luckily, you as the consumer are not limited to which body part you’d like to wrap in this miracle fabric. Shirts, pants, shorts and underwear are all available to you, should you have the inclination and bank account to afford them.

The $3.2 billion dollar industry has done well to market itself to professional athletes and young up-and-comers, becoming a staple in nearly every locker room from coast to coast. But is there science behind this fashion? Analysts have performed countless tests on athletes both with and without the slick fabric, and results were inconclusive. An Indiana University study compared the running speeds of athletes wearing the lower-leg compression to those without, and found zero difference in their performance.

However, there is some truth to the advertisements. Compression clothing does infact aid in the recovery of soft-tissue damage, and reduce the pain caused by muscle soreness. Great for those suffering from tendon and ligament issues, compression clothing prevents blood from pooling around damaged or bruised areas of the body. While not the magic solution to your suffering scores in sports, there are benefits to using Compression clothing other than its sleek look.

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Bass Fishing Tips

Bass fishing is a fun sport that can result in some large and exciting catches. There are many different opinions on what to do to catch the best bass, and how to go about it. The longer you participate in bass fishing, the more you will learn about which areas to go, what times to fish, and how to go about getting the best of the lot. Follow these simple bass fishing tips to help get you where you want to be.

  • Be sure to choose the right lure for the right situation. Not every time of day or area of water will require the same type of lure. Each lure has its own purpose, and is meant for different bass or different locations. It may take trial and error, but this is a very valuable lesson.
  • Get familiar with the waters you’re fishing in. If you go to one specific location more than another, learn about which areas the bass tend to swim in, and find out which time of day they are most prevalent. Timing is everything when it comes to bass fishing.
  • Ask some experts or seasoned fishermen for advice. People who have been bass fishing for a long time will most likely have plenty of good advice to share.
  • Casting styles are important. It may take a bit of research, but find out which casting styles will work best for your particular fishing area. For example, fan casting works well for large ponds or lakes where there is not much interference, but this method may not work well in other situations.
  • Bait is very important. Plastic worms tend to do well, and most bass enjoy worms. Decide whether live bait or plastic works best, depending on your own personal preferences.
  • Learn about different species of bass. By learning about what kinds of bass live in the areas you fish in, as well as what they like and where they tend to hang out, you can get an insider’s view of how to catch them.

Original article adapted for this use. Courtesy of www.FineFishing.com  

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Dr. Gregory Casey & Friends Go Fishing

Dr. Gregory Casey & Friends Go Fishing