Effects of Compression Garments on Muscle Activity during Running
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The average muscle activation for the major muscles such as rectus femoris (RF) and Gastrocnemius (GN) during running reveals that they need to exert higher muscle force without wearing compression garment. Previous evidences have shown that lower muscle activity at particular phases of gait cycle prolongs activity, reduces fatigue and reduces injury susceptibility. Therefore, it would seem that reduced muscle activation whilst wearing sports compression apparel may have advantages during physical exercise.
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